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Each city in SC and nine counties (Beaufort, Charleston, Dorchester, Horry, Jasper, Marion, Orangeburg, Richland, and Sumter counties) in SC require a business license to be obtained for any business that is located in or doing business in their jurisdiction.

Some counties and states let sole proprietors and general partnerships run without a permit. But more often than not, you'll at least need a general business license. Contact your state's secretary of state or local Small Business Administration office for more details.

After doing so, you'll want to research any local requirements, those enforced by the county or city where you're doing business. Good news, South Carolina doesn't require a ?general? business license at the state-level for Sole Proprietors.

1. Registration of the Business: You need to register your business as a legal entity under the Companies Act, Limited Liability Partnership (LLP) Act, or any other applicable law. 2. GST Registration: You need to obtain GST registration as per the GST laws to pay taxes on the sale of goods and services.

Nearly all cities in SC and nine of 46 counties in SC require businesses either located in or doing business in their jurisdiction to have a business license.

Research more in Local Resources. There is no statewide business license in SC. Business Licenses are local government licenses, issued by the incorporated towns, cities and counties in SC.

Here's an overview of the key steps you'll need to take to start your own business in South Carolina. Choose a Business Idea. ... Decide on a Legal Structure. ... Choose a Name. ... Create Your Business Entity. ... Apply for Licenses and Permits. ... Pick a Business Location and Check Zoning. ... Report and File Taxes. ... Obtain Insurance.