Get a Professional or Occupational License

People practicing professions, e.g. lawyers, doctors, accountants, teachers, architects, and engineers require a professional license issued by the state where they practice. Some states also require people in a broad range of trades, from auto mechanics and barbers to real estate agents and tax preparers, to license themselves. Some licenses are issued to the business, while other licenses are issued to the individual. You cannot guess which occupation needs a license, so you’ll just have to ask. Your state website or trade association is a good place to start. The state may also want you to get a license if you make or sell certain products, such as liquor, food, lottery tickets, gasoline, or firearms. We do not currently offer licensing services for professionals. We only offer services to help you obtain those licenses that are issued to your business, rather than to your person.