The Ohio Business Gateway (Business.Ohio.gov (opens in a new window)) Licenses and Permits page provides a list of professional licenses and business permits necessary to do business in Ohio.

The Ohio Department of Taxation’s Small Business Resource Hub explains your tax responsibilities. Learn how to get an EIN, handle payroll taxes, understand sales and use tax, and more.

5 days ago · Not sure how to start an LLC in Ohio? Our 5-step guide makes forming an Ohio LLC easy, from picking a name to filing paperwork — no lawyer needed.

3 days ago · Forming a Limited Liability Company (LLC) is one of the most common ways to start a business in Ohio. LLCs offer flexibility, liability protection, and relatively simple ongoing …

Dec 23, 2025 · On this page, you’ll get all the steps you must take to form your Ohio LLC. These steps include naming your LLC, hiring a registered agent, filing a formation certificate, getting EIN, and …

4 days ago · Thinking about starting a limited liability company (LLC) in Ohio? Then you’re likely wondering what steps are needed to set up this business structure.

Apr 11, 2025 · If you are ready to get started, follow our step-by-step guide to create an Ohio LLC. Your first action is to determine a legally proper LLC name. Once you name your Ohio LLC, your next step …

Jan 8, 2026 · In order to form an LLC in Ohio, you’ll need to complete the following steps: In the sections below, we’ve broken down each of these steps in more detail. The first thing you’ll need to do before …

Nov 25, 2025 · To start your LLC in Ohio while avoiding any snags and potential fines, you’ll need to follow a series of steps that we’ve put together below. These include choosing the right business …

Whether you’re a local entrepreneur, a non-resident, or even a non-U.S. citizen seeking to launch operations in the Midwest, building your LLC in Ohio confers substantial advantages regarding cost, …