Starting a Business in Vermont Checklist

Check business name availability Search to see if your business name is available: http://corps.sec.state.vt.us/corpbrow.aspx Vermont Secretary of State Corporations Division 128 State Street Montpelier, VT 05609 P: (802) 828-2386 F: (802) 828-2853
File paperwork to create your business You have to mail or hand deliver your Articles of Incorporation or Articles of Organization to the Secretary of State. The filing fee for a corporation or LLC is $125. Send the original articles, a copy, and a self addressed, stamped envelope. Originals must have ink signatures.State processing takes 3-5 business days. There is no expedite service available. You can incorporate in Vermont with Northwest Registered Agent if you don’t want to complete the filing yourself. Corporations Division Vermont Secretary of State Corporations Division 128 State Street Montpelier, VT 05609 P: (802) 828-2386 F: (802) 828-2853 corps@sec.state.vt.us
Register with the Department of Taxes You will need to complete an Application for Business Tax Account form. You can use this application to register for sales tax, corporation income tax, business entity income tax, income tax withholding, and more. Mail or fax your application to the Department of Taxes.Sales Tax: Vermont has a 6% state sales tax. Income Tax: Individual Income Tax rates range from 3.55% to 8.95% C Corporation Income Tax – for income up to $10,000, tax is 6%. For income from $10,001 to $25,000 tax is $600 plus 7% on amount over $10,000. For income from $25,001 and up, tax is $1650 plus 8.5% on amount over $25,000 Business Entity Income Tax – most businesses (S corporations, partnerships and LLCs) pay the $250 minimum. Vermont Department of Taxes Department of Taxes 133 State Street PO Box 547 Montpelier, VT 05601 P: (802) 828-2551 F: (802) 828-5787
Get a business license There is no general state business license but you may need a business license based on your location or occupation. Professional licenses are issued by individual boards. See the state’s website for a list of Vermont professional licenses http://vermont.gov/portal/business/index.php?id=96You also need to check with your local government regarding any city or county licenses and permits.Any other registration requirements? Chittenden County – City of Burlington There is no city or county business license. You can get information about doing business in Burlington from the Community and Economic Development Office. Local License Info Chittenden County Chittenden County Regional Planning Commission 110 West Canal Street, Suite 202 Winooski, Vermont 05404-2109City of BurlingtonCommunity and Economic Development Office City Hall, Room 32 149 Church Street Burlington, VT 05401 P: (802) 865-7144
Collect and Charge Sales Tax Do I need to collect Vermont sales tax? You need to collect sales tax if you are selling or renting tangible personal property or providing certain services in Vermont. What is the Vermont sales tax rate? Vermont has a 6% state sales tax. How do I register for Vermont sales tax? You will need to complete an Application for Business Tax Account. The form is available on the Department of Taxes website. You may use the application to register for multiple tax types, including sales tax. Mail or fax your application form to the Department of Taxes. How much does a Vermont sales tax permit cost? No fee Department of Taxes Department of Taxes 133 State Street PO Box 547 Montpelier, VT 05601 P: (802) 828-2551 F: (802) 828-5787 bustax@state.vt.us http://www.state.vt.us/tax/business.shtm