
How to Register Your Business in Kentucky
Is your company hiring an employee in Kentucky, but based in another state? Learn how to register your business in just a few simple steps.


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Published on May 19, 2021

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Read Story →From horse racing in Lexington to bluegrass in Berea, Kentucky is a famously beautiful and vibrant state. Locals and visitors alike cherish the stunning waterfalls, caves, forests, and grasslands of The Bluegrass State. Then there’s the delicious Kentucky food and drink—bourbon balls, mint juleps, and Arnold Palmers, to name a few. Chances are if your next employee is a Kentuckian, they won’t want to leave the great state of Kentucky. Fortunately, no matter where your business is based, collaborating across state lines is easy in this era of remote work.Bringing on a new employee can be exciting, but there’s often a lot to do as well. You want to onboard your new hire as quickly and smoothly as possible to ensure their success at your organization. But before you get started with onboarding, you’ll need to register your company with the state of Kentucky.
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Register your business in Kentucky in three easy steps:
- First, you’ll need to sign up for an account on the Kentucky Business One Stop portal.
- Once you’ve signed up for an account, you can apply online with the Kentucky Department of Revenue to receive your Commonwealth Business Identifier.
- Next, you’ll need to register with the Kentucky Office of Employment and Training to receive your account number
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