Belleville, IL · St. Clair County

No notary required

Business License Application

Belleville businesses use this application to request a license for a business type the city identifies as requiring one.

What this form is

Belleville does not require every business to hold a general business license, but the application lists specific business types that do require a license or permit. Applicants provide business and contact details, identify the business type, initial applicable requirements, and certify the information. The form also lists supporting documents that may be required, including Illinois Sales Tax Registration and, where applicable, a local health permit or certificate of liability insurance.

Who needs it

A Belleville business applying for a license or permit listed on the application should complete it and provide the applicable supporting documents.

How to submit it

Return the completed application to the Economic Development, Planning & Zoning Department, 2300 West Main Street M112, Belleville, Illinois 62220. Questions may be directed to (618) 233-6810 Ext. 1250 or [email protected].

About notarization

This document is signed without a notary; the applicant certifies the statements under penalty of perjury and signs and dates the form.

How to submit this form

  1. 1

    Download The Application

    Download the Business License Application PDF.

  2. 2

    Complete The Application

    Fill in the business and applicant information, identify the business type, and initial applicable requirements.

  3. 3

    Gather Required Attachments

    Include the supporting documents required for the business type, such as Illinois Sales Tax Registration or a local health permit when applicable.

  4. 4

    Sign And Submit

    Sign and date the application, then return it to the Economic Development, Planning & Zoning Department at the address on the form.

Frequently asked questions

Who needs to complete Belleville's Business License Application?
Businesses seeking a license or permit for a type listed on the application should complete it; the form says Belleville does not require every business to have a general license.
What documents may need to be attached?
Requirements vary by business type. The application lists items such as Illinois Sales Tax Registration, a local health permit, and a certificate of liability insurance.
How do I submit the Business License Application?
Return it to the Economic Development, Planning & Zoning Department at 2300 West Main Street M112, Belleville, Illinois 62220.
Do I need a notary for the Business License Application?
No. The applicant signs and dates the form and certifies the statements under penalty of perjury; the document does not require a notary.

Need something notarized?

This Business License Application doesn’t need a notary — but Illinois residents can notarize other documents online with a commissioned online notary.