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Delaware business license (2026)

State business license or registration. The Delaware Division of Revenue says: “All businesses operating in Delaware need a business license from Division of Revenue.”

  • State page read October 21, 2026
  • Quoted from the state

Delaware at a glance

State rule
State business license or registration
Next step
Apply through the agency named above before you operate.
Forming an LLC
$110 with the Delaware Secretary of State
Best overall in Delaware

Mainstay Filing

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$199 / year, same at renewal

  • LLC formation, prepared and filed
  • Registered agent, all year
  • EIN application (with an SSN or ITIN)
  • Annual report filed every year it is due where the state requires one
  • Compliance reminders and stored documents

Price from the Mainstay Filing pricing and FAQ pages, checked October 21, 2026. State fees are passed through at cost and shown before you pay.

Questions

Does Delaware require a business license?

State business license or registration. The Delaware Division of Revenue says: “All businesses operating in Delaware need a business license from Division of Revenue.”

Who do I contact in Delaware?

Delaware Division of Revenue (page linked below), your city or county clerk, and the Delaware Secretary of State for forming the company.

Is a Delaware LLC the same as a license?

No. Forming the LLC is a filing with the Delaware Secretary of State, which charges $110. A license, where one applies, is a separate step.

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