Pet Sitting Business Permit Requirements in Jackson, MS

1. EIN (Employer Identification Number)

   Required if you have employees or operate as an LLC or corporation. Free from the IRS.

   Official government source for EIN (Employer Identification Number) (opens in a new tab)

   Free·Immediate (online application)

   Free

   Immediate (online application)

1. Mississippi Department of Revenue - Sales Tax Permit

   Any business selling tangible personal property or a taxable service in Mississippi must hold a sales tax permit from the Department of Revenue. The general state rate is 7%, one of the highest in the country; reduced rates apply to some categories, including 5% on SNAP-eligible groceries and light vehicles, 3% on heavy trucks and manufactured homes, and 1.5% on farm and manufacturing machinery. Register online through TAP.

   Official government source for Mississippi Department of Revenue - Sales Tax Permit (opens in a new tab)

   No fee - the Mississippi Department of Revenue does not charge for a sales tax permit.·Register online through TAP; allow about two weeks to receive your permit and filing information by mail.

   No fee - the Mississippi Department of Revenue does not charge for a sales tax permit.

   Register online through TAP; allow about two weeks to receive your permit and filing information by mail.

1. City of Jackson - Business License (Privilege Tax)

   Jackson requires a city business license for all businesses operating within city limits, issued by the Business Licensing Division at 200 S. President Street - not a Revenue Division. The application requires a completed notarized Privilege Tax form, a Certificate of Good Standing and formation documents from the Mississippi Secretary of State, proof of occupancy (lease, deed, or utility bill), and any industry-specific permits. Renewed annually and displayed at the place of business.

   Official government source for City of Jackson - Business License (Privilege Tax) (opens in a new tab)

   Fees vary by business type and size; Jackson does not publish a fee table - the Business Licensing Division quotes the amount at application (601-960-1148).·Usually 7-14 business days after a complete application is submitted.

   Fees vary by business type and size; Jackson does not publish a fee table - the Business Licensing Division quotes the amount at application (601-960-1148).

   Usually 7-14 business days after a complete application is submitted.

2. City of Jackson General Business License (pet sitting / boarding)

   No kennel or animal-boarding permit and no 'Hinds County Animal Services' permitting agency could be found for home-based pet sitting in Jackson. A pet-sitting business needs the city's general business license; the application makes the applicant responsible for confirming the location is appropriately zoned for the intended use, which is where overnight boarding of multiple animals at a residence would be raised. Confirm with the Business Licensing Division (601-960-1148).

   Official government source for City of Jackson General Business License (pet sitting / boarding) (opens in a new tab)

   General business license fee only; fees vary by business type and size and are not published online. No separate kennel permit fee exists.·General business license processing is usually 7-14 business days; there is no separate kennel permit step.

   General business license fee only; fees vary by business type and size and are not published online. No separate kennel permit fee exists.

   General business license processing is usually 7-14 business days; there is no separate kennel permit step.

Official Sources

• City of Jackson Revenue Division
• Hinds County Animal Services

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