SETTING UP YOUR NEW BUSINESS
Getting Started
Following is a brief overview of information needed prior to qualifying for a Business License in the City of Carlsbad. Should you require additional information, please call (760) 602-2495.
Forms and Licenses Required to Obtain a Business License
License applications must be complete with Federal Employer Identification number, Seller's Permit number, and State Tax number if applicable. Contractors must supply a copy of their State Contractor's License. Sole proprietors must furnish their social security and driver's license numbers.
Information which is required:
- Federal Employer Identification Number
This number may be obtained from the Internal Revenue Service, (800) 829-1040.
- Seller's Permit
A seller's permit number is required for all persons selling tangible property which is subject to State Sales and Use Tax. For more information contact the State Board of Equalization, 141 E. Carmel St., San Marcos, CA 92078, (760) 510-5850.
- State Tax Identification Number
Businesses are required to obtain a State identification number to report employee taxes to the State. For more information contact Employment Development Department or call (888) 745-3886.
- Health Permit
A copy of the County of San Diego Health Department certificate must accompany all applications for hot or cold catering trucks.
- Contractor's License
Contractors must supply their state contractor's license number and a copy of their license.
- Fictitious Names
The owners of a business who use a fictitious name (one other than his/her own name) for their business must clear the name through the County Clerk to ensure no one else is using it. For more information contact the San Diego County Clerk, 141 E. Carmel St., San Marcos, CA 92078, (760) 940-6858.
- Standard Industrial Classification (SIC)
The Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) is the statistical classification standard underlying all establishment-based Federal economic statistics classified by industry. The classification covers the entire field of economic activities and defines industries in accordance with the composition and structure of the economy. For assistance in determining your SIC, please see Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) U.S. Department of Labor.
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