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Business Recovery Grant Program Phase 2 of the Business Recovery Grant program is now open! Many businesses that did not qualify in Phase 1 are now eligible to apply in Phase 2. Apply now through June 1, 2022
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How to Register a Business

Want a quick overview of how to register your business? Check out our how-to video.

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Sales and Use

Including: Electricity, Telecommunications, Direct-to-home satellite, Video programming.

Motor Vehicle Lease and Subscription

911 Service Charge for Prepaid Wireless Telecommunications Service

State Privilege License

Alcoholic Beverages

Tobacco

Motor Fuels

Motor Carriers (IFTA/Intrastate)

Severance

Spirituous Liquor

Aviation Gasoline and Jet Fuel

Dry-Cleaning Solvent

Scrap Tire Disposal

Solid Waste Disposal

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General Information

Business Registration Checklist

As you prepare to register, please use this checklist to ensure that you have the information needed to successfully complete your registration.

Business Address Correction

If you have to change the address of your business, you can access the Business Address Correction form from here.

Out of Business Notification

Going out of business? Please let us know by completing this form.

Change Your Name

Find information about how to change an Individual or Business name with the Department. The specific action required may vary depending on entity type.

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North Carolina Department of Revenue

PO Box 25000
Raleigh, NC 27640-0640
General information: 1-877-252-3052
Individual income tax refund inquiries:
1-877-252-4052

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