{"id":16344,"date":"2023-12-04T09:43:52","date_gmt":"2023-12-04T15:43:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/norwoodlegal.com\/?p=16344"},"modified":"2024-12-17T13:26:35","modified_gmt":"2024-12-17T19:26:35","slug":"oklahoma-business-licenses","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/norwoodlegal.com\/oklahoma-business-licenses\/","title":{"rendered":"For many Oklahoma businesses, no license is needed"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"16344\" class=\"elementor elementor-16344\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-21cdc17 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"21cdc17\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-9c9b00a\" data-id=\"9c9b00a\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8f42c51 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"8f42c51\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>By G.W. Schulz<\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So you\u2019re ready to make <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/norwoodlegal.com\/business\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">your dream of opening an Oklahoma<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> business a reality. Do you know where to start? It\u2019s okay if you don\u2019t, because few people do. Check out this explainer from Norwood.Law on business licensing <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">created with help from the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.okcommerce.gov\/doing-business\/startups-entrepreneurs\/how-to-start-a-business\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Oklahoma Department of Commerce<\/a><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Factors like where you to choose to operate the business will inform whether both state and local permits and licenses are required. There\u2019s a lot to consider for any entrepreneur or business owner, so keep reading below.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you trapped in a legal dispute? Does your business or organization need an attorney? If the answer is yes, turn to Norwood.Law to be your advocate and speak for you. We practice business, criminal defense, personal injury, family law, and more. Need help with a will, trust, or estate? We do those, too. Visit Norwood.Law online or call us for a consultation at 918-582-6464.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cities, counties, and towns \u2013 in addition to states \u2013 may have their own permit requirements for businesses. The state of Oklahoma does not require a general license for operating a business. But here are some of the specific occupations and businesses that may require special licenses, permits, and registrations from the state:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Out-of-state contractors<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Must register with the Oklahoma Tax Commission.\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Massage therapists<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Licensed through the Oklahoma State Board of Cosmetology.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Pawn shops<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Must obtain a license from the Oklahoma Department of Consumer Credit.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Restaurants selling alcohol<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Required license from the Oklahoma Alcohol Beverage Laws Enforcement Commission.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Retail businesses<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Must charge and collect taxes on behalf of the Oklahoma Tax Commission.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Pools and baths<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Approval from the Oklahoma State Department of Health is necessary for constructing bathing facilities and swimming pools.\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Air, heating, plumbing, and electrical<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Calls for licenses from the Oklahoma Construction Industries Board.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Roofing contractors<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Required to register with the Oklahoma Construction Industries Board.<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now here are some of the businesses and industries that DON\u2019T require a license from the state of Oklahoma:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consulting on computer and information technology<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">General business consulting<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Business brokering<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Auctioneer services<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tax services, bookkeeping, and accounting<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Repairing and installing windows and doors<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gutter installation and repair<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cleaning and power-washing services<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lawn Services<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Repair services for cars and engines<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep in mind that we\u2019ve only discussed state licenses here. Recall that you may need to also obtain permits and remit taxes to county and city authorities depending on where you are in Oklahoma. At this stage, you\u2019re still a long way from opening your doors to the public.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That\u2019s why you should consider having Norwood.Law on your side to help navigate the government\u2019s requirements for opening a new business in Oklahoma and making your dream of entrepreneurship come true. The additional steps you\u2019ll need to take may include securing an insurance policy for workers\u2019 compensation, opening an account for unemployment taxes, and opening an account for the withholding of income taxes. You\u2019ll also need a federal employer identification number. That\u2019s just a glimpse at the hurdles we can help you overcome on the way to making your business idea a reality. The Oklahoma Department of Commerce has this to say:<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cDue to the complexity of forming and operating a business, you may want to consult with financial and legal business advisors such as attorneys, accountants, and bankers before making any decisions or taking action.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>So you\u2019re ready to make your dream of opening an Oklahoma business a reality. Do you know where to start? It\u2019s okay if you don\u2019t, because few people do. 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