Set Up an Iowa Business License

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The local Secretary of State can register a new Business License. You can find out about a Business License in Iowa at the Iowa Secretary of State search page. The Secretary of State of Iowa is the primary custodian of important state records such as Business License registrations.

Dissolution of a Business License is also handled by the Secretary of State.


Here's a site to get the latest link for finding a Business License in Iowa: Iowa Secretary of State

When you find the Business License, several pieces of information are typically available.

  • Name of Business License
  • State Business License Number
  • Company Status
  • Business License Address
  • Iowa Agent of Service for Business License
  • Agent Contact Address
  • Number to Contact Business License

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