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When must I register?
You are required to register with the Ohio Department of Taxation (ODT) before you conduct business in Ohio. If you don't know if you need to register, you can use the OBG Electronic Filing on-line Registration Wizard.
How does it work?
As a business taxpayer, you are able to register your business and obtain a license (if applicable) quickly and easily via OBG Electronic Filing. You can select the registration(s) or license(s) that you need or choose to be guided by a series of questions that will identify the necessary registration(s) or license(s). You will then complete the on-line registration form(s) and provide any required ACH payment information. OBG Electronic Filing sends the registration data and ACH payment information directly to ODT, and you will be able to immediately print your license(s).
You can register for the following business taxes:
Before You Start
- Online applications must be paid for at the time you complete the registration process or no license will be issued. This fee must be paid by ACH (Electronic Check). In order to pay by ACH, you will need the following information:
- Checking or Savings Bank Account number
- Checking or Savings Bank Routing number
- You will need a printer to print your license and confirmation. The license you print at the end of your transaction is your official license.
- No refunds are permitted on any license related fees, so review your selections carefully.
- If your computer is idle for 20 minutes, your session will “time-out” and you will lose any data you are entering on the current screen. You will have to log in again to continue working on any registrations that are in-progress.
Confirmation and Registration/License Number
A confirmation number and license/registration number will be issued to you upon completion of your application. This number will serve as an official acknowledgement that your application has been received by ODT.
How to Get Help
ODT is ready to help you and offers several resources where you can get answers to your Ohio tax questions.
- To register for any other tax types, or to receive additional support by phone, please contact ODT through OBG Electronic Filing's help desk at 1-866-OHIO-GOV.
- ODT's website provides additional information regarding all Ohio taxes administered by ODT.
- Online help text is also available to assist you as you complete your registration application(s) on OBG Electronic Filing.
Ohio's Commercial Activity Tax Registration
You will need the following information to complete your registration:
- Legal name and business name (DBA), if applicable
- Primary address, business location address (Ohio only) and mailing address (if different than Primary)
- NAICS Code (North American Industry Classification System) Don't know it, use the NAICS drop down provided in the registration application
- Names, addresses and social security numbers of the officers, partners or members
- Email address, name and telephone number of contact person
- If you are a Consolidated or Combined group you will need to complete a list of members. This list will include FEIN or Social Security Number, legal name, trade name and physical business address of each member
Ohio's Employer Withholding Tax Registration
You will need the following information to complete your registration:
- Legal name and business name (DBA), if applicable
- Primary address, business location address (Ohio only) and mailing address (if different than Primary)
- NAICS Code (North American Industry Classification System) Don't know it, use the NAICS drop down provided in the registration application
- Names, addresses and social security numbers of the officers, partners or members
- Email address, name and telephone number of contact person
School District Withholding
You will need the following information to complete your registration:
- If you do not have an Ohio Withholding Account, you may use OBG Electronic Filing to register for an Ohio Withholding Account. OBG Electronic Filing's Ohio Withholding Account registration process will give you the opportunity to activate your School District Withholding Account.
- If you have an active Ohio Withholding Account, you can activate your School District Withholding Account by either filing your first School District Withholdling tax return or by calling the Ohio Department of Taxation's Taxpayer Services at 1-888-405-4089.
- If you are unsure about the status of your Ohio Withholding Account or School District Withholding Account, please call the Ohio Department of Taxation's Taxpayer Services at 1-888-405-4089.
Ohio's Sellers Use Tax Registration (Out of State)
You will need the following information to complete your registration:
- Federal Employer Identification Number (FEIN), if applicable. To apply for FEIN, go to www.irs.ustreas.gov/businesses
- Social Security Number (sole proprietor's only)
- Legal name and business name (DBA), if applicable
- Primary address, business location address (Ohio only) and mailing address (if different than Primary)
- NAICS Code (North American Industry Classification System) Don't know it, use the NAICS drop down provided in the registration application
- Names, addresses and social security numbers of the officers, partners or members
- Email address, name and telephone number of contact person
Ohio's County Vendors Tax Registration
You will need the following information to complete your registration:
- Legal name and business name (DBA), if applicable
- Primary address, business location address (Ohio only) and mailing address (if different than Primary)
- NAICS Code (North American Industry Classification System) Don't know it, use the NAICS drop down provided in the registration application
- Names, addresses and social security numbers of the officers, partners or members
- Email address, name and telephone number of contact person
Ohio's Consumer Use Tax Registration
You will need the following information to complete your registration:
- Federal Employer Identification Number (FEIN), if applicable. To apply for FEIN, go to www.irs.ustreas.gov/businesses
- Social Security Number (sole proprietor's only)
- Legal name and business name (DBA), if applicable
- Primary address, business location address (Ohio only) and mailing address (if different than Primary)
- NAICS Code (North American Industry Classification System) Don't know it, use the NAICS drop down provided in the registration application
- Names, addresses and social security numbers of the officers, partners or members
- Email address, name and telephone number of contact person
Ohio's Delivery Vendors Tax Registration
You will need the following information to complete your registration:
- Federal Employer Identification Number (FEIN), if applicable. To apply for FEIN, go to www.irs.ustreas.gov/businesses
- Social Security Number (sole proprietor's only)
- Legal name and business name (DBA), if applicable
- Primary address, business location address (Ohio only) and mailing address (if different than Primary)
- NAICS Code (North American Industry Classification System) Don't know it, use the NAICS drop down provided in the registration application
- Names, addresses and social security numbers of the officers, partners or members
- Email address, name and telephone number of contact person
Ohio's Transient Vendor Tax Registration
You will need the following information to complete your registration:
- Federal Employer Identification Number (FEIN), if applicable. To apply for FEIN, go to www.irs.ustreas.gov/businesses
- Social Security Number (sole proprietor's only)
- Legal name and business name (DBA), if applicable
- Primary address, business location address (Ohio only) and mailing address (if different than Primary)
- NAICS Code (North American Industry Classification System) Don't know it, use the NAICS drop down provided in the registration application
- Names, addresses and social security numbers of the officers, partners or members
- Email address, name and telephone number of contact person
Ohio's Service Vendor Tax Registration
You will need the following information to complete your registration:
- Federal Employer Identification Number (FEIN), if applicable. To apply for FEIN, go to www.irs.ustreas.gov/businesses
- Social Security Number (sole proprietor's only)
- Legal name and business name (DBA), if applicable
- Primary address, business location address (Ohio only) and mailing address (if different than Primary)
- NAICS Code (North American Industry Classification System) Don't know it, use the NAICS drop down provided in the registration application
- Names, addresses and social security numbers of the officers, partners or members
- Email address, name and telephone number of contact person
Master Cumulative Account Information
To obtain a Master Cumulative account, please contact the Taxpayer Services Division at 1-888-405-4039.
