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Tutoring Business Permit Requirements in Burlington, VT

Complete permit and license guide for starting a tutoring business in Burlington, Chittenden County, Vermont.

Verified 2026-09-07 4 stops $100–$400 est. 1–3 weeks to obtain all registrations
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Not legal advice. Requirements may change — always verify with your local government authority before applying. Key agencies and fees on this page were re-checked against official government sources on .

Federal — start here

1 stop

  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)

    FreeImmediate (online application)

State of Vermont

1 stop

  1. Vermont Department of Taxes — Sales Tax Registration

    Required for all businesses selling tangible personal property or taxable services in Vermont. Vermont charges a 6% state sales tax; meals and lodging are taxed at 9%. Register with the Vermont Department of Taxes online.

    Official government source for Vermont Department of Taxes — Sales Tax Registration (opens in a new tab)

    FreeImmediate (online via myVTax)

City of Burlington / Chittenden County

2 stops

  1. Burlington Business License (not required for most businesses)

    Burlington's City Clerk/Treasurer does not issue a general business licence, and there is no gross-receipts-based city business tax certificate. The office licenses exactly four categories: cannabis, liquor, peddler, and taxi. Fitness studios, tutoring, cleaning services, salons, contractors, food trucks, child care, pet services, photography, and professional services are not required to hold a blanket city business licence. Check whether your business falls into one of the four licensed categories; otherwise the relevant approvals are trade- or use-specific — a zoning permit or Certificate of Occupancy from the Department of Permitting & Inspections, a state Health Department food licence, or a state professional licence from the Office of Professional Regulation.

    Official government source for Burlington Business License (not required for most businesses) (opens in a new tab)

    $0 — no general business licence exists in BurlingtonN/A — there is no application to file unless your business is cannabis, liquor, peddling, or taxi

  2. DBA (Fictitious Business Name) Registration

    If operating under a trade name, file an Assumed Business Name (DBA) registration with the Vermont Secretary of State — Vermont has no county clerk that accepts business filings (only town/city clerks). This is required to open a business bank account and accept payments under a business name. The filing fee is $70 and the registration must be renewed every 5 years.

    Official government source for DBA (Fictitious Business Name) Registration (opens in a new tab)

    $70Online filing typically under 1 business day; mail filing 7–10 business days.

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Open for business — est. $100–$400 · 1–3 weeks to obtain all registrations

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