Licensing Services Provided

Tribal Business Licenses (For-profit, nonprofit, cooperative)

UBIN Registration (Unique Business Identification Number)

Vendor & Distributor Permits (IHEA Network & Internal Trade)

State or Federal Entity Verification Letters

Export/Import Clearance for Sovereign Trade Zones

Hemp-Related Commercial Licensing (under IHEA)

Trade & Commerce Zones

The Cheasequah Nation recognizes internal and external commerce:

Internal Trade – Businesses operating solely within tribal jurisdiction.

Inter-National Trade – Transactions between tribal and non-tribal jurisdictions, including U.S. and international partners.

Sovereign Trade Zones – Special economic areas for production, distribution, and logistics approved by Tribal Council.

How to Apply

Complete Business License Application Form (available May 10, 2025)

Submit Tribal Business Plan (template available upon request)

Provide proof of ID and citizenship or member status

Pay applicable licensing fee

Await review and approval (7–21 business days)

Business Support Services

Startup Consulting (Legal structure, licensing, trusts)

IHEA Vendor Onboarding

Access to Indigenous Markets & Trade Partners

Business Trust & Tax Exemption Workshops

Contact & Assistance

Office of Tribal Commerce & Licensing Email: info@cheasequah.org

For UBIN verification or hemp business inquiries, contact: ihea@cheasequah.org