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    The Georgia Secretary of State oversees voting, tracks annual corporate filings, grants professional licenses, and oversees the state's securities' market.

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      Secretary Brad Raffensperger and his staff are honored to serve the citizens of Georgia.

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      Get to know Georgia's Secretary of State.

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      Documents that serve as acceptable proof of citizenship in the state of Georgia.

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  • Georgia Corporations Division

    Corporations, limited liability companies, and limited partnerships in Georgia are formed by filing with the Corporations Division. Some foreign (out-of-state) entities which do business in Georgia also must file with the Corporations Division.

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      The Corporations Division of the Georgia Secretary of State

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      Search for a Georgia registered business entity

    • Create a Domestic Entity

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    • Complete Annual Registration

      How To Complete Annual Registration

    • Register a Foreign Entity

      How to Register a Foreign Entity in Georgia

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      Filing Fees and Expedited Processing of Document Filings

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      Conveniently Complete Many Filings Online

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  • Georgia Charities Division

    The Charities division enforces the laws regulating charitable organizations, paid solicitors, and solicitor agents.

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      Charities information for the State of Georgia

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      How to start, register, renew, amend, reinstate, or withdraw a charity in Georgia

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      Learn about the Charities Division

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      Contact the Charities Division

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      File a Charities related complaint

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    Proud to be of service to Georgia’s voters and candidates, the Elections Division of the Secretary of State’s Office organizes and oversees all election activity, including voter registration, municipal, state, county, and federal elections.

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      The Georgia Elections Division - Voter and Election information

    • Election Results

      Results for recent and historical elections in Georgia

    • How and Where to Vote

      Voter information on how to register and finding your polling location

    • Register to Vote

      Eligible Georgians can register to vote online

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      Check your voter registration information

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      Instructions for Requesting and Ordering Voter Registration Lists and Files

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    Georgia Securities Division

    The Securities Division of the Office of the Secretary of State is charged with the implementation and enforcement of the Georgia Uniform Securities Act of 2008.

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      The Securities Division of the Office of the Secretary of State

    • About the Division

      Get to know the Georgia Securities Division

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    • FAQs

      Frequently asked questions regarding Securities

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      Submit a complaint to the Securities Division

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      Forms related to Georgia Securities Division

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      The financial literacy program aimed at empowering Georgians to optimally manage their finances and build financial success.

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  • Georgia Professional Licensing Boards Division

    The Professional Licensing Boards Division of the Secretary of State’s Office provides administrative support to the 42 licensing boards housed with our agency.

    • Licensing Division

      The Professional Licensing Boards Division of the Secretary of State’s Office.

    • About the Division

      Learn about the Georgia Licensing Division

    • Apply for a License

      Submit an online license application

    • File a Complaint

      File a complaint regarding licensed or unlicensed individuals

    • Renew a License

      Renew a license online

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      Search for a licensee

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  • The Office of the Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger

    The Georgia Secretary of State oversees voting, tracks annual corporate filings, grants professional licenses, and oversees the state's securities' market.

    • SOS Office Homepage

      Secretary Brad Raffensperger and his staff are honored to serve the citizens of Georgia.

    • About Secretary Raffensperger

      Get to know Georgia's Secretary of State.

    • Staff Directory

      View our staff directory and contact information.

    • Employment & Internships

      Apply for a job/internship at our office.

    • Proof of Citizenship

      Documents that serve as acceptable proof of citizenship in the state of Georgia.

    • Open Records Requests

      All Georgia public records are available for inspection and copying unless they are specifically exempted from disclosure under the law.

    MORE RESOURCES

  • Georgia Corporations Division

    Corporations, limited liability companies, and limited partnerships in Georgia are formed by filing with the Corporations Division. Some foreign (out-of-state) entities which do business in Georgia also must file with the Corporations Division.

    • The Corporations Division

      The Corporations Division of the Georgia Secretary of State

    • Search for a Business

      Search for a Georgia registered business entity

    • Create a Domestic Entity

      How To Create a Domestic Entity in Georgia

    • Business FAQs

      Browse Business FAQs

    • Complete Annual Registration

      How To Complete Annual Registration

    • Register a Foreign Entity

      How to Register a Foreign Entity in Georgia

    • Filing Fees

      Filing Fees and Expedited Processing of Document Filings

    • Online Services

      Conveniently Complete Many Filings Online

    MORE RESOURCES

  • Georgia Charities Division

    The Charities division enforces the laws regulating charitable organizations, paid solicitors, and solicitor agents.

    • Charities Division

      Charities information for the State of Georgia

    • Charities How-To Guide

      How to start, register, renew, amend, reinstate, or withdraw a charity in Georgia

    • About the Division

      Learn about the Charities Division

    • Contact Us

      Contact the Charities Division

    • File a Complaint

      File a Charities related complaint

    • FAQ

      Frequently asked questions about Charities

    • Verify Permit

      Verify a Charitable Org

    • Subscribe To Updates

      Subscribe to update notifications from the Charities Division

    MORE RESOURCES

  • Georgia Elections Division

    Proud to be of service to Georgia’s voters and candidates, the Elections Division of the Secretary of State’s Office organizes and oversees all election activity, including voter registration, municipal, state, county, and federal elections.

    • Elections Division

      The Georgia Elections Division - Voter and Election information

    • Election Results

      Results for recent and historical elections in Georgia

    • How and Where to Vote

      Voter information on how to register and finding your polling location

    • Register to Vote

      Eligible Georgians can register to vote online

    • Check Voter Registration

      Check your voter registration information

    • Order Voter Lists

      Instructions for Requesting and Ordering Voter Registration Lists and Files

    • Qualified Candidates

      Qualifying Candidate Information

    MORE RESOURCES

  • 24EEC9DA-927B-401D-BC2A-F10FC41E94F1 Securities

    Georgia Securities Division

    The Securities Division of the Office of the Secretary of State is charged with the implementation and enforcement of the Georgia Uniform Securities Act of 2008.

    • Securities Division

      The Securities Division of the Office of the Secretary of State

    • About the Division

      Get to know the Georgia Securities Division

    • Cemeteries

      The Board of Cemeterians licenses and regulates cemeteries

    • FAQs

      Frequently asked questions regarding Securities

    • File Online

      Securities Offering Upload Form

    • File a Complaint

      Submit a complaint to the Securities Division

    • Securities Forms

      Forms related to Georgia Securities Division

    • She Leads

      The financial literacy program aimed at empowering Georgians to optimally manage their finances and build financial success.

    • Subscribe To Updates

      Subscribe to update notifications from the Securities Division

    MORE RESOURCES

  • Georgia Professional Licensing Boards Division

    The Professional Licensing Boards Division of the Secretary of State’s Office provides administrative support to the 42 licensing boards housed with our agency.

    • Licensing Division

      The Professional Licensing Boards Division of the Secretary of State’s Office.

    • About the Division

      Learn about the Georgia Licensing Division

    • Apply for a License

      Submit an online license application

    • File a Complaint

      File a complaint regarding licensed or unlicensed individuals

    • Renew a License

      Renew a license online

    • Licensee Search

      Search for a licensee

    • Subscribe to Updates

      Receive licensing updates and notifications

    • Georgia Licensing Boards

      List of Georgia Licensing Boards

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Who needs a business license in GA?

How do I get a business license in Georgia? Every business needs an operating license, which is obtained from the county or city in which the business resides. Please contact your local business licensing office which is generally housed within city hall.

How much work can you do without a contractor license in Georgia?

Certain specialty trades or work costing less than $2,500 does not require the services of a state licensed contractor.

Does Georgia require a contractor's license?

If you're doing work in GA on construction projects that are over $2,500 Georgia state law requires that you have a contractor's license.

Do all businesses in Georgia need a business license?

While many Georgia businesses are required to register with the Corporations Division, businesses often need local operating licenses, federal operating licenses depending on the business, and/or state-level professional licenses. In certain cases, employees may need to be individually licensed as well.