Do I need to register my shopify store as a business?

[Earl]

Hi, I live in Canada and I'm trying to target both the U.S and Canada with ym products. Do I need to register my online business in the U.S and Canada? If yes, where do I go and what do I do? I'm really new at this. 

[Anders3]

Hi, Earl!
 
Anders from the Social Care Team here.

Those are great questions! While a business license is not required to initially build a store on Shopify, acquiring one at some point is highly encouraged - especially once your business begins to grow. Many domestically registered businesses will not be required to register in another Country unless they directly have off-shore staff, or agreements with other businesses, in those Countries. You may also want to review our e-commerce legal guides available HERE.

I would also suggest you check with your local laws to see where you can register for a license when needed!

Take care, Earl ?

[A55]

Hello whats my Business registration number? How do I find that using  Shopify? and how do I get the proof of Buisness?

Im having a tought time with all of this , and hoping to resolve it all soon......

Thanks

Andrecus (Al-SkyviewOptiks)

[Astgfrallah]

You don't have one except if you legally register within your own country.

Why do you need to find out?

[Corpstore]

Benefits of Register a Company ( Ur Shopify Business)

• Protection of your Limited Liability.
• Easy Transferability of shares and tax benefits.
• You can avoid the conflict with your organizers
• You can raise significant capital
• Brand awareness and Improved trust factors.
• Get investment/ funding for your Business.
• For more details, Visit: https://www.corpstore.in/coimbatore/company-registration-coimbatore.php

[dhayahost]

You can register your business to avoid any future legal problems. by registration, you are securing your business. It is an added advantage.

Source: https://www.companyregistrationcoimbatore.in/

[ti_manny]

If you legally registered your business that should be your EIN that you get from the IRS.