Obtaining a Business License
Occupation tax certificate
An occupation tax certificate, also know as a business license, is a certificate issued by government agencies. The certificate is evidence that an individual or company has paid an occupation tax as required by the local ordinance.
How to obtain a city of Dallas business license (occupation tax certificate)
1. Determine if your business is located in the city limits of Dallas.
2. Complete the Occupational Tax Application online or print out.
3. Pay the occupational tax fee (an invoice will be issued once the application has been submitted.)
*All commercial businesses and some home-based will be required to schedule inspections with both the Paulding County Fire Marshal and the City of Dallas Community Development.
