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Business License. All businesses operating within the City of Savannah must have a current Business Tax Certificate (also known as a business license). You can apply for a new business tax certificate by completing the Business Tax Application.
This search provides access to all the entity’s information of record with the Secretary of State. For information on ordering certificates and/or copies of documents, refer to the HOME tab under the top menu. Note: This search is not intended to serve as a name availability search.
Sole Proprietorships, Microenterprises, Professional Offices and Businesses of any size will need to obtain a business license to lawfully operate within the city of Savannah. This process/license is called a Business Tax Certificate.
The Georgia Secretary of State oversees voting, tracks annual corporate filings, grants professional licenses, and oversees the state's securities' market. SOS Office Homepage
Go to the BLA Process Flowchart for a map of the process. All businesses operating in the City of Savannah are also required to have a Business Tax Certificate (BTC) (business license) and must submit the BTC application. Contact the Revenue Department at 912-651-6445 for more BTC information.
To help you understand which office deals with a particular area, the City has developed the Business Resources Directory to provide you with useful information. You'll find agency and office contact information on licensing, permitting, capital, training, technical assistance, and much more.
This page links to the Savannah City Revenue Department for guidance on starting a business, including location approval and required documents. Search for existing business licenses by number, name, address, or issuance number.
