NYC Business Express
NYC Business Express is an interactive website designed to help you identify the permits and licenses required to open your business in New York City, based on the unique needs of your establishment. The site also provides useful resources and incentive information to help you open and operate your business.

Easy Start Permits and Licensing
A guide to City & State agencies that regulate licensing of business activities, including contact information (En Español )

Easy Start Employer Identification Number
Answers to frequently asked questions about whether your business will require an Employer Identification Number (EIN) and if so how to obtain one (En Español )

Easy Start Sales Tax Identification Number
Answers to frequently asked questions about whether your business will require a Sales Tax Identification Number and if so, how to obtain one (En Español )

Easy Start Zoning
Information and contacts related to New York City zoning rules and regulations