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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:
Start your business
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.
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
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.
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
Explore business growth opportunities
Every business in CT started small. Ready to grow yours? Start here.
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
Efficiently close or dissolve your business
View frequently-asked questions, answers, and guides to close your Connecticut 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.