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Who is required to get a business license?
A business operating in the city must obtain an occupational license. This requirement applies to business entities regardless of their size or composition: corporation, partnership, association, company, individual or any other type of business arrangement. A few professions, which are licensed by the state, most notably doctors, dentists and lawyers, do not required occupation licenses. To verify if you need a business/occupational license, contact the Business License section at 816-513-1135.
What is the business license fee?
The cost of a license varies by type of business. When first obtaining a license, new businesses are required to register the business, file the appropriate return prior to operating and pay an initial fee. This fee will be prorated based on the number of months remaining in the year. The fee for subsequent years is due at the time of license renewal and is often based on the business' gross receipts during the previous year of operation.
How and when do I file?
Business license renewal fees are due Feb. 28 each year (or anytime prior) for businesses operating within the previous year. Business license forms can be obtain online, click here.
What documentation do I need to obtain a business license?
Businesses operating in the city may be required to provide additional documentation depending upon the type of business. Business taxpayers and tax preparers are encouraged to obtain all supporting documentation before submitting renewal information. This allows for more prompt service and efficient processing.
What form(s) do I need for my business license?
Business license applications/renewal
Existing businesses: All forms are to be completed fully along with Prior Year Business License-Adjust Return (RD-104), all required clearances and any supporting documentation.
New businesses: The preliminary business license fee due on forms RD-101 and RD-102 is based on estimated gross receipts for the current year. Businesses operating less than 12 months and whose license fees are based on a flat rate (form RD-103), may prorate fees of more than $5 (if applicable).
Note: All forms are to be completed fully along with all required clearances and any supporting documentation.
What if I am a non-resident who owns a business in Kansas City, Mo.?
Non-resident businesses are subject to local Kansas City, Mo. taxes. The City collects and administers a number of taxes. To determine if your business is responsible for collecting and /or paying local City taxes to the City of Kansas City, Mo., please contact Taxpayer Services at (816) 513-1120.
What if I have questions about other business taxes?
Many questions can be answered by reviewing the actual tax return and instructions. Please refer to the tax forms and instructions page.
What if I still have questions about business license?
Contact our offices by e-mail, telephone, or in person.
Send an e-mail with your tax questions and requests to www.revenue@kcmo.org. We will respond within 5-10 business days.
Call the business license section at 816-513-1135.
Visit our office at:
Kansas City's Business Customer Service Center
1118 Oak Street
Kansas City, MO 64106
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