Complete the process to properly establish your business with local, state and federal authorities.

Business Entity Forms and Fees
For Business Entities Organized Under Virginia Law from the Clerk of the State Corporation Commission, under the Domestic section.

Business Entity Forms and Fees
For Non-Virginia businesses seeking to operate in Virginia from the Clerk of the State Corporation Commission, under the Foreign section.

Unemployment Insurance
Registering for Unemployment Insurance Liability from Virginia Employment Commission.

Filing assumed, fictitious or trade name
From the Clerk of local circuit court.

Workers’ Compensation Coverage
Demonstrate Workers’ Compensation Coverage from Virginia Workers’ Compensation Commission.

Additional References

Business Registration Guide (PDF)
- This guide is designed for new businesses operating in the Commonwealth or deriving income from Virginia sources.

Virginia Guide to Establishing a Business (PDF)
- Virginia Guide to Establishing a Business summarizes the major state and local tax, labor, occupational and environmental regulations that may affect businesses in Virginia, and more.

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