Oxford, GA · Newton County
Occupational Tax License Application
The business license application every new business in Oxford must file with the city before starting operations.
- licensed online notary
- ~15 min average
- Notarized PDF emailed
What you’ll need
- Government-issued photo ID
- Webcam-enabled device (laptop or phone)
- This form, ready to upload as a PDF
What this form is
This is the City of Oxford's Occupational Tax License Application, required of any new business, home occupation, retail store, or professional office operating within the city. It requires a description of the business and any state professional licenses.
Who needs it
Anyone opening a new business, home occupation, or professional office within the City of Oxford.
Why it needs a notary
The application's verification statement must be subscribed and sworn before a notary public, consistent with Georgia's SAVE Program requirements for public benefit applications.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Form
Get the Occupational Tax License Application from the City of Oxford website.
- 2
Fill It Out
Complete all business information and description sections.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Schedule a remote online notarization session.
- 4
Sign on Video
Present ID and sign the verification statement before the notary.
- 5
Submit to the City
Submit the notarized application to Oxford City Hall.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Oxford. Look it over, then upload your filled copy to start the notary session.
You’ll need ID and a webcam.
A licensed online notary will join you on video, verify your government-issued ID, witness your signature, and apply their seal. You’ll receive the notarized PDF by email when the session ends.
Frequently asked questions
- How do I get my Oxford business license application notarized?
- Fill out the application, then book an online notary session to sign the verification statement by video.
- Do I need a notary for a new business license?
- Yes, the application's verification statement must be sworn before a notary public.
- What is the SAVE affidavit?
- Georgia requires applicants for public benefits, including business licenses, to attest to lawful presence under O.C.G.A. §50-36-1, sworn before a notary with secure and verifiable ID.
- What if my profession requires a state license?
- You must attach a copy of your valid Georgia Secretary of State professional license with the application.