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Licensing KY

KY Business Registration

Source: KY Secretary of State Verified: March 1, 2026

Kentucky businesses must register with the Secretary of State before conducting business. Sole proprietors using a trade name must file a DBA with the county clerk. Businesses with employees or taxable sales must register with the Department of Revenue. The Kentucky One Stop portal centralizes the registration process.

Official Source:
KY Secretary of State
Always verify current information directly with this agency.

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