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Look up a business license in California

Use an official business license directory or account lookup. Check the type and area of license covered.

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In California, 55 city governments and 4 county departments publish 59 official links for this service, 2 of them online. Reviewed requirements cover availability notices (1). 21 counties have a page for it below.

Before you start · 4 things to check

Start with where your business is located and where it will operate. A county license may apply only to unincorporated areas or specific activities; cities can have their own requirements.
Some county offices provide guidance or referrals and do not issue a general business license. Read the entry before choosing an application.
A business license or tax certificate, an FBN/DBA filing, business entity registration and a professional license serve different purposes. Zoning, health and other activity permits may also apply. Business stormwater registration is a separate local programme where required.
Check the license period, renewal date and rules for changes in ownership or location. A renewal may not cover a move or a new owner. Fees and application steps depend on the license category.

4 guides with reviewed service links · San Bernardino

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City government · San Bernardino

City of Chino Hills — Business licensing information

City of Chino Hills

Business license directory or lookup — City of Chino HillsOfficial instructions

The official source lists “Business License Search”. Follow the issuing provider's instructions for requirements and availability.

Service area: City of Chino Hills Area details & sources

Source checked October 28, 2026

Chino Hills municipal government · Chino Hills — business licensing discovery (opens in a new tab)

Exact named official link (entrance only; linked contents not reviewed)

Business License Search

Saved evidence: 7455997497a49b37 · Agent source review

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City government · San Bernardino

City of Colton — Business licensing information

City of Colton

Business license directory or lookup — City of ColtonOfficial instructions

The official source lists “Conduct a Business License Search”. Follow the issuing provider's instructions for requirements and availability.

Service area: City of Colton Area details & sources

Source checked October 28, 2026

Colton municipal government · Colton — business licensing discovery (opens in a new tab)

Exact named official link (entrance only; linked contents not reviewed)

Conduct a Business License Search

Saved evidence: 917735dbfd8012a4 · Agent source review

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City government · San Bernardino

City of Fontana — Business licensing information

City of Fontana

Business license directory or lookup — City of FontanaOfficial instructions

The official source lists “Business License, Pay or Search a Business”. Follow the issuing provider's instructions for requirements and availability.

Service area: City of Fontana Area details & sources

Source checked October 28, 2026

Fontana municipal government · Fontana — business licensing discovery (opens in a new tab)

Exact named official link (entrance only; linked contents not reviewed)

Business License, Pay or Search a Business

Saved evidence: a6dbead8f4510603 · Agent source review

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City government · San Bernardino

City of Highland — Business licensing information

City of Highland

Business license directory or lookup — City of HighlandOfficial instructions

Click on theSearch icon which is under Search Existing Business License/Business License Renewal.

Service area: City of Highland Area details & sources

Source checked October 28, 2026

Highland municipal government · Highland — business licensing discovery (opens in a new tab)

Visible topic-specific information on the official page

Click on theSearch icon which is under Search Existing Business License/Business License Renewal.

Saved evidence: d54336fde6d7c811 · Agent source review

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