Business Registration
On this page, you will find information about registering or renewing your business license in Greeneville, registering a business name, and assessing local, state, and federal tax requirements and exemptions.Business Tax License
Visit our Recorder's Office at Town Hall to apply for a Business Tax License. The fee is $15.00. You also need to obtain a Greene County License through the Greene County Clerk's office.
Business with Employees
Business with employees have to register with the Internal Revenue Service for an Employer Identification Number. You can contact IRS at 1-800-829-4933. Such business also need to register for a Tennessee Employer ID
Registration with IRS
Register your business with the Tennessee Department of Revenue for Tax purposes by calling 1-800-342-1003.
Restaurants, Food Stores and Lodging Establishments
Restaurants, food stores, or lodging establishments need to register with the Tennessee Department of Health - call 1-615-741-7206
Professional Services
Professional services such as accountancy, contractors, cosmetology, pharmacies or real estate appriasers need to register with the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance. Pharmacies, medical offices and medical services need to contact the Tennessee Department of Health for further licensure.
Alcohol Sale
Restaurants selling alcohol should contact the State of Tennessee's Alcohol Beverage Commission at (423) 434-6451. The office of this Commission is in Johnson City, TN. Stores selling beer for off-premise consumption, or restaurants or other businesses selling beer for on-premise consumption should also submit an application to the Greeneville Beer Board at the Town of Greeneville's Recorder's Office. Call (423) 787-6187.
Contractors
Contractors should obtain additional licensure through the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance.