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Starting a business in Alexandria requires a Business License through the City of Alexandria. Base fee: $50-$500+. BPOL tax at city level. Virginia has independent cities not in any county. No general state business license.
State: Register business entity with Secretary of State
Federal: EIN from IRS (free, instant)
State: Sales tax / seller's permit (if applicable)
City: Business licence / registration
County: Health Department permit (if food)
City: Fire / building inspection
Estimated total: $50-$500+ depending on permits and inspections.
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