Walnut Grove, GA · Walton County
Business License Application
The Town of Walnut Grove's business license (occupation tax) application, which includes a sworn SAVE affidavit verifying citizenship or lawful immigration status.
- 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
Businesses operating in Walnut Grove must apply for a business license or occupation tax certificate. The application packet includes an Affidavit Verifying Status for City Public Benefit Applicant under O.C.G.A. §50-36-1(e)(1), required for business license, alcohol license, and taxi permit applications, which the applicant must swear to before a notary.
Who needs it
Anyone applying for a business license, occupation tax certificate, alcohol license, or taxi permit in Walnut Grove.
Why it needs a notary
The affidavit section ends 'SUBSCRIBED AND SWORN BEFORE ME ON THIS THE DAY OF, 20 NOTARY PUBLIC,' so it must be signed before a notary along with a secure and verifiable ID.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Form
Get the Business License Application from the Town of Walnut Grove Forms page.
- 2
Fill In Business Details
Complete the business, applicant, and affidavit sections.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Schedule a remote online notarization session.
- 4
Sign on Video
Sign the sworn affidavit in front of the notary and present your ID.
- 5
Submit to the Town
Submit the notarized application to Walnut Grove Town Hall.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Walnut Grove. 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
- Do I need a notary for the Walnut Grove business license application?
- Yes. The application includes a SAVE affidavit that must be sworn and subscribed before a notary public.
- How do I get this application notarized online?
- Complete the business information and affidavit sections, then book a remote online notary session to sign on video.
- What is the affidavit for?
- It verifies your citizenship or lawful immigration status under O.C.G.A. §50-36-1, required for business license, alcohol license, and taxi permit applicants.
- Do I need an ID for the affidavit?
- Yes, Georgia law requires the SAVE affidavit to be accompanied by a secure and verifiable document establishing identity.