Notary Public Permit Requirements in Jackson, MS

1. EIN (Employer Identification Number)

   Required if you have employees or operate as an LLC or corporation. Free from the IRS.

   Official government source

   Free·Immediate (online application)

   Free

   Immediate (online application)

1. Mississippi Department of Revenue - Sales Tax Permit

   Any business selling tangible personal property or a taxable service in Mississippi must hold a sales tax permit from the Department of Revenue. The general state rate is 7%, one of the highest in the country; reduced rates apply to some categories, including 5% on SNAP-eligible groceries and light vehicles, 3% on heavy trucks and manufactured homes, and 1.5% on farm and manufacturing machinery. Register online through TAP.

   Official government source

   No fee - the Mississippi Department of Revenue does not charge for a sales tax permit.·Register online through TAP; allow about two weeks to receive your permit and filing information by mail.

   No fee - the Mississippi Department of Revenue does not charge for a sales tax permit.

   Register online through TAP; allow about two weeks to receive your permit and filing information by mail.

1. Mississippi Secretary of State — Notary Public Commission

   To become a Notary Public in Mississippi, apply to the Secretary of State's Business Services Division, obtain a $5,000 surety bond, and file the oath of office. Applicants must have been a Mississippi resident for more than 30 days. No examination or training course is required. Commissions run four years and are renewable; commissions are delivered by email.

   Official government source

   $25 notary commission application fee (Secretary of State Services & Fees schedule), plus the premium for a $5,000 surety bond purchased from an insurer. Change of address or change of name is $20.·Less than one week if you submit a complete application together with the bond and oath.

   $25 notary commission application fee (Secretary of State Services & Fees schedule), plus the premium for a $5,000 surety bond purchased from an insurer. Change of address or change of name is $20.

   Less than one week if you submit a complete application together with the bond and oath.

2. City of Jackson - Business License (Privilege Tax)

   Jackson requires a city business license for all businesses operating within city limits, issued by the Business Licensing Division at 200 S. President Street - not a Revenue Division. The application requires a completed notarized Privilege Tax form, a Certificate of Good Standing and formation documents from the Mississippi Secretary of State, proof of occupancy (lease, deed, or utility bill), and any industry-specific permits. Renewed annually and displayed at the place of business.

   Official government source

   Fees vary by business type and size; Jackson does not publish a fee table - the Business Licensing Division quotes the amount at application (601-960-1148).·Usually 7-14 business days after a complete application is submitted.

   Fees vary by business type and size; Jackson does not publish a fee table - the Business Licensing Division quotes the amount at application (601-960-1148).

   Usually 7-14 business days after a complete application is submitted.

Official Sources

• Mississippi Secretary of State

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