Start a Business | Louisiana

Start a business in Louisiana.

Starting a business can be exciting, yet overwhelming. Discover the basic steps to be successful.

There a number of steps to take and agencies to work with to get started. Each state typically has a list of steps to help you, such as:

Create a business plan
Get licensing and tax information
Create a business structure
File a business application
File trademarks
Get licenses and permits
Obtain a employer identification number (EIN)
Apply for loans or grants
Hire employees