Are you looking to start a business? Then you're in the right place.
This section contains information to help you through the process of starting a business: The basic instructions for forming, naming, and registering a business, descriptions of the types of businesses in Minnesota, and further resources for business owners.
Please read this page and visit the links on the left for all the information you need to start a business in Minnesota.
First steps to starting a business
When starting a new business or non-profit organization there are many important decisions to make. Click here to learn about the first steps you need to take, including registering your business with our office.
Ready to Register?
If you already know what to do, go here to register your business
Business Help & Step-By-Step Guides
We want to make it as easy as possible to set up a business in Minnesota. That's why we've created several step-by-step guides for frequently asked questions, such as how to register your business using our online system, how to renew or amend your business filing and much more, including:
Help with Your Online Account
If you intend to register your business online, you will need to set up an online account. For more information on how to create an account, password help, printing your filings, or other account related issues, please see the resources below.
Elections Phone Numbers
Metro Area: 651-215-1440
Greater MN: 1-877-600-VOTE (8683)
MN Relay Service: 711
Hours: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Elections & Administration Address
Get Directions
Veterans Service Building, Suite 210
20 W 12th Street
Saint Paul, MN 55155
The Veterans Service Building has limited public access. Those who need to conduct business with the elections or administration division in person should make arrangements ahead of time by email or phone.
Safe At Home Phone Numbers
Minnesota’s address confidentiality program Metro Area: 651-201-1399
Greater MN: 1-866-723-3035
MN Relay Service: 711
Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Safe At Home Mailing Address
PO Box 17370
Saint Paul, MN 55117-0370
Business Services Phone Numbers
Metro Area: 651-296-2803
Greater MN: 1-877-551-6767
MN Relay Service: 711
Phone Hours: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
In-Person Appointment Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
We are appointment-only. Appointments take place at our First National Bank Building location.
Business Services Address
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First National Bank Building
332 Minnesota Street, Suite N201
Saint Paul, MN 55101