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Build your business in CT

Welcome to Business.CT.gov. No matter your business needs, we're here to help. Start a business, expand a business, or find out what licenses, permits, and filings you'll need to begin. Business.CT.gov can help you: 

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Start your business

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Join 360,000 small business owners in CT

More than 360,000 small businesses call Connecticut home. That's 99% of all businesses in the state. Ready to join us and be part of this powerful community? We can help get you started today. Learn how to file your business name, choose a business entity, get licensed, and so much more.


Start my business now  

Do a business search 

Use the Business Records Search tool to find out if your desired business name is available.

Learn more about business types 

Learn more about setting up a Limited Liability Company (LLC), S-corp, C-corp, Non-profit (501c3), and more.

Find funding, grants, and incubators 

Funding your business is easier when you start here. Find money and mentorships.

Licenses and permits 

Discover which licenses, permits, and other forms your business requires.

Maintain your business

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Keep your business running

Business.CT.gov has the tools to help you stay in compliance with the State. Check out all the services we offer.


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File an annual report 

File an annual report or learn more about submitting a paper filing.

Get tax incentives 

Learn more about tax incentives for businesses of every size.

File a UCC lien 

To file a UCC lien you first need to create an account with CT.gov or log in to an existing account.

Forms and fees 

Find the forms and fees you need to stay compliant.

Grow your business

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Explore business growth opportunities

Every business in CT started small. Ready to grow yours? Start here.
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Find expansion funds 

Find funding at Advance CT or explore grants or loans.

Explore business funding 

Learn about incentives and funding for your CT business.

Review CT’s economy 

Review economic trends in CT before you make a big business decision.

Network  

Build great relationships. Network with others in your industry.

Close your business

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Efficiently close or dissolve your business

View frequently-asked questions, answers, and guides to close your Connecticut business.
Close or dissolve a business  

Just for enterprise business

Find resources related to your industry and community. Find funding, support, and more.

Visit our taxes page to file quarterly business taxes, locate tax forms, and more.

Depending on your industry and business location, you might be eligible for enterprise zone benefits.

View a list of tax incentives from the Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development (DECD).

Just for small and minority-owned business

Entrepreneurs and small and traditionally marginalized business owners in CT can get help so their businesses can thrive. Learn more about programs just for you.
Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation has programs that support small business.
Report new employees, temporary hires, and get help with other employer duties.
Does your small business need to hire new employees? Find employer resources.
Need to fill a knowledge gap to run your business more efficiently? Find training programs at the state.
Learn how to get your Supplier Diversity Certification and do business with the State of CT.