a license issued to you by your state

a license that

a license to do business

A license obtained from the Division of Revenue to perform work in the State of Delaware, without which payment can not be processed.

There are many regulations, licenses, and other miscellaneous certifications which are required in order to start a business, depending on the industry. However, a business license is generally required for all forms of companies, ranging from simple franchise purchasing to complex corporations. All must first attain a business license from their state of residence.