Smithfield, VA · Isle of Wight County
Business License Application
Businesses use this application to request a Town of Smithfield license for a trade, occupation, profession, business, or business transaction.
What this form is
This application is for businesses seeking a Town of Smithfield license to conduct a trade, occupation, profession, business, or business transaction. It asks for applicant and business details, the business category, and gross receipts or purchases used to calculate taxes. The form also requires a copy of the applicant’s tax return showing gross sales and includes an oath that the information is true and correct.
Who needs it
A person or business seeking a Smithfield license to conduct a trade, occupation, profession, business, or business transaction should complete this application.
How to submit it
Mail all three copies to the Treasurer’s Office at P.O. Box 246, Smithfield, Virginia 23431. Include a copy of your tax return showing gross sales.
About notarization
This application is signed without a notary; it includes an oath to swear or affirm the statements, but the document does not identify a notarized attachment or step.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Application
Download the Smithfield Business License Application PDF.
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Complete The Form
Enter the applicant and business details, business category, and gross receipts or purchases requested on the form.
- 3
Gather The Tax Return
Include a copy of your tax return showing gross sales, as required by the form.
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Mail The Copies
Mail all three copies and the tax return copy to the Treasurer’s Office at P.O. Box 246, Smithfield, Virginia 23431.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Smithfield Business License Application for?
- It is an application to conduct a trade, occupation, profession, business, or business transaction in Smithfield. It collects business details and information used to calculate license taxes.
- What should I include with the application?
- The form says a copy of your tax return showing gross sales is required. It also asks for applicant and business information, business category, and gross receipts or purchases.
- How do I submit the Business License Application?
- Mail all three copies to the Treasurer’s Office at P.O. Box 246, Smithfield, Virginia 23431. Include a copy of your tax return showing gross sales.
- Do I need a notary for the Smithfield Business License Application?
- No. The application is signed without a notary and includes an oath to swear or affirm the statements. It does not identify a notarized attachment or step.
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