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Thinking of starting a business in the District of Columbia?

Whether you want to start a business in traditional office space or run a business from home, you need to submit the right forms to meet District requirements.

Download and complete the forms, and mail them to DCRA or take them to DCRA's Business License Center at 941 North Capitol St NE.


 
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Check Out the Business Resource Center
Find applications, resources and services to help you start a business in the District.

Find Out If You Need a Basic Business License (BBL)
And what other forms you need.

Find Supplemental Forms for Your Business License Application
Can't find the forms you need to submit with your application? Check here.




       

For more information, contact the BBL Info Center at (202) 442-4311 or Ask the Director
Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs
941 North Capitol Street, NE
Washington, DC 20002 (202) 442-4400