Start a Business in San Bernardino

Permits, costs, timeline, and step-by-step requirements.

✔ 4 permits⏱ 3-8 weeks💰 Based on gross receipts by classification

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Overview

Starting a business in San Bernardino requires a Business Registration Certificate through the Finance Department. Base fee: Based on gross receipts by classification. No state business license required. Cities handle licensing independently.

Required Permits

✓Federal: EIN from IRS (free, instant online)

✓State: LLC/Corp filing + seller's permit/sales tax registration

✓County: health department permit + fire inspection

✓City: business licence/tax certificate

Step-by-Step Process

Federal: EIN from IRS (free, instant online)

State: LLC/Corp filing + seller's permit/sales tax registration

County: health department permit + fire inspection

City: business licence/tax certificate

Costs

Estimated total: Based on gross receipts by classification depending on permits and inspections.

Contact

Finance Department

Phone: 909-384-5057

290 N D St, San Bernardino, CA 92401

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Common Mistakes

⚠ San Bernardino County DEH for health permits

⚠ City went through bankruptcy — streamlined since

⚠ Industrial zones near rail yards have special requirements

⚠ Business tax based on gross receipts by classification

⚠ Online application available

Choose Your Business Type

Restaurant Food Truck Barber Shop Retail Store Coffee Shop Bar / Nightclub Gym / Fitness Studio Nail Salon Cannabis Dispensary Dog Grooming Bakery Cleaning Service Daycare Center Auto Repair Shop

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