How do I look up a business license in NY?
Search for a business entity (Corporation, LLC, Limited Partnership) in New York by using the Secretary of State’s Website. The only way to preform a lookup is by Name, when doing so, you will want to use as many matching keywords as you can as the database will pull all matching records.
Does New York require a business license?
Who needs a New York business license? Any business that sells taxable goods or services needs a Certificate of Authority for sales tax. Businesses in certain professions or locations may need additional licenses.
How do I get a copy of my business license in New York?

Copies of any documents filed with the Department of State’s Division of Corporations may be obtained by submitting a written request to the New York State Department of State, Division of Corporations, One Commerce Plaza, 99 Washington Avenue, Albany, NY 12231.
How do I find out who owns a business in NY?
You can find information on any corporation or business entity in New York or another state by performing a search on the Secretary of State website of the state or territory where that corporation is registered.
How do I check if an LLC is available in NY?
To determine whether the name you want to use is available, visit the New York Department of State’s Corporation and Business Entity Database and conduct a search. If the name you want to use (or something very similar) is already registered as a business in the state, you will need to come up with a new name.

How do I find my NYS DOS ID number?
The exact name of the entity and its DOS ID number may be found by searching the name of the entity on the Department of State’s Corporation & Business Entity Database. A Biennial Statement should not be filed prior to the calendar month in which the Biennial Statement is due.
How do I find out who owns a business in New York?
Do I need a business license to sell online in NY?
Updated July 10, 2020: Starting an online business in NY requires the same process of acquiring permits and licenses as any other business. These rules are required according to the law governing the opening of a business in New York.
How do I get a BTRC number?
If you do NOT have a BTRC number contact the Tax and Permit Division at the nearest office listed below, or log on to www.lacity.org/finance to download the business tax registration application.