- 1). Reserve your business' name if you are creating a corporation, limited partnership, limited liability company, or limited liability partnership. The name reservation request is good for 120 days, and the request must be written or faxed to the Corporations Bureau of the Pennsylvania Secretary of State. Call 717-787-1057 if you have any questions. The fee is $70.
- 2). Work through Pennsylvania's Open for Business Online Business Registration Interview (OBRI) wizard to help you determine the best structure for your business. This online wizard will register your business with the Departments of Labor & Industry, Revenue, and State. Fees to register your business vary with the department you register with and the type of business you are creating. There are no fees to register your business with the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry. Business registration forms are also available for download from the Pennsylvania Open for Business website. The OBRI system should not be substituted for business legal advice from a qualified attorney.
- 3). Contact your local authorities to obtain any necessary permits or licenses to operate at the local level, to register your business, and to register to pay local taxes.
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