Your Step-by-Step Business Starter Kit
Your Step-by-Step Business Starter Kit
Knowing exactly what your business needs to get started can be difficult.
Business.NJ.gov provides a free, personalized Starter Kit unique to you and your business needs.
Check your application status
You can check the status of various applications for licenses and permits you may need to run your business.
Check your application status
You can check the status of various applications for licenses and permits you may need to run your business.
Find funding and certifications for your business
You can see what funding and certifications fit your business needs by answering just a few questions.
Find funding and certifications for your business
You can see what funding and certifications fit your business needs by answering just a few questions.
Learn about business licenses
Your personalized guide will help you understand what licenses your business needs to operate in New Jersey.
Learn about business licenses
Your personalized guide will help you understand what licenses your business needs to operate in New Jersey.
Get Your Business Started in 4 Easy Steps
Plan Your Business
Have a strong plan in place to make later decisions and filings easier and more predictable.
(30 Days)- Write Your Business Plan
- Decide if You Will Be a Reseller
- Determine Your NAICS Code
- Select Your Business Structure
Register Your Business
Get legally recognized by the State and federal government so you can start acting on behalf of your business.
(1–5 Days)- Check Available Names and Form Your Business
- Get Your EIN from the IRS
- Register Your Business for State Taxes and Employer Purposes
After Registering Your Business
Enter insurance and/or location agreements in your business's name to protect both you and your business legally.
(30–60 Days)- Open Your Business Bank Account
- Get an Insurance Policy
Before Opening Your Site in New Jersey
Obtain industry-specific approvals or inspections to make sure you’re in compliance with State or local laws before opening.
(30–60 Days)- Search Licenses