Other Useful Resources Business Start-Up Checklist
Nevada Department of Taxation 1550 E. College Pkwy. Carson City, NV 89706 Phone: (775) 684-2000 Fax: (775) 684-2020
4600 Kietzke Lane, Bldg. O, Suite 263 Reno, NV 89502 Phone: (775) 688-1295 Fax: (775) 688-1303
555 E. Washington Ave., Suite 1300 Las Vegas, NV 89101 Phone: (702) 486-2300 Fax: (702) 486-2373
850 Elm Street #2 Elko, NV 89803 Phone: (775) 738-8461 Fax: (775) 778-6814
Business License and Taxation Requirements A business license is needed for each person, corporation, partnership, proprietorship, business association and any other similar organization that conducts an activity for profit, including an independent contractor or sole proprietor. A trade show or convention held in this state in which a business previously described takes part, or in which a person who conducts such a business attends, for a purpose related to the conduct of the business also needs a business license. Detailed information on the business license application process and taxation rates may be obtained at the Department of Taxation web page.
You may obtain an application form from the Nevada Department of Taxation office nearest you, or you may click on Nevada Department of Taxation above to locate and download forms.
Select Local Business License Offices A local business license is required to operate a business in nearly all cities, most counties, and many other locations. This is in addition to the State Business License. Please contact the appropriate business license office to determine the specific licensing requirements. The Nevada Business Registration Form available from the Department of Taxation may be used to apply for a local business license as well. Contact your local government office(s), or you may find the applicable office(s) in the limited list below:
Washoe County 1001 E. 9th Street Reno, NV 89512 Phone: (775) 328-3733 Fax: (775) 328-3648
Clark County 500 S. Grand Central Pkwy. Las Vegas, NV 89101 Phone: (702) 455-4252 Fax: (702) 386-2168 Toll Free: (800-328-4813) City of Reno 490 S. Center, Rm. 111 Reno, NV 89501 Phone: (775) 334-2090 Fax: (775) 334-2049
City of Sparks 431 Prater Way Sparks, NV 89432 Phone: (775) 353-2360 Fax: (775) 353-7802
City of Las Vegas 400 Stewart Avenue, Rm. 107 Las Vegas, NV 89101 Phone: (702) 229-6281 Fax: (702) 382-6642
City of Henderson 240 Water Street #108 Henderson, NV 89015 Phone: (702) 565-2045 Fax: (702) 568-5603
City of North Las Vegas 2266 Civic Center Drive N. Las Vegas, NV 89030 Phone: (702) 633-1520 Fax: (702) 649-6091
City of Carson City 201 N. Carson Street, Suite 5 Carson City, NV 89701 Phone: (702) 887-2092 Fax: (775) 887-2139
City of Boulder City 401 California Street Boulder City, NV 89006 Phone: (702) 293-9219 Fax: (702) 293-9392
City of Mesquite 10 E. Mesquite Blvd. Mesquite, NV 89024 Phone: (702) 346-5295 Fax: (702) 346-5382
Internal Revenue Service Employer Identification Number 4750 W. Oakey Boulevard Las Vegas, NV 89102 Phone: (800) 829-1040 675 W. Moana Lane Reno, NV 89509 Phone: (800) 829-1040
Every partnership or corporation must have an Employer Identification Number (EIN) to use as its taxpayer number. Sole proprietors must also have an EIN if they pay wages to one or more employees or if they are required to file any excise tax returns. County Assessor's Office.
Nevada tax laws require all persons, firms, or businesses owning, renting, leasing, or controlling business personal property to file a Business Personal Property Declaration Form. Please contact your city or county government office for more information. Worker's Compensation Insurance.
Worker's Comp State of Nevada Department of Business and Industry Division of Insurance 788 Fairview Drive #300 Carson City, NV 89702 Phone: (775) 687-4270 Fax: (775) 687-3937
2501 E. Sahara Avenue #302 Las Vegas, NV 89158 Phone: (702) 486-4009 Fax: (702) 486-4007
Every business that employs anyone must by law, obtain workers compensation insurance coverage unless that entity is certified by the Commissioner of Insurance as a self-insured employer.
Employment Security Division 3697-D Kings Row (Viewcrest Center) Reno, NV 89503 Phone: (775) 684-1914 Fax: (775) 684-1924
1830 E. Sahara Avenue #313 Las Vegas, NV 89104 Phone: (702) 486-0250 Fax: (702) 486-8226
Any business that employs one or more workers is an "employing unit" and must register with the Nevada Unemployment Compensation Program. Registration is made by submitting a Nevada Business Registration Form to the employment security division as soon as workers are hired.
Immigration & Naturalization Service 1351 Corporate Blvd. Reno, NV 89502 Phone: (800) 375-5283 3373 Pepper Lane Las Vegas, NV 89120 Phone: (800) 375-5283
Forms Request Line 1-800-870-FORM Every employer is required, within 72 hours of hiring a new employee, to maintain a completed, signed, witnessed, and dated I-9 Form for each employee.
Internal Revenue Service 300 Booth Street Reno, NV 89502 Phone: (800) 829-1040 4750 W. Oakey Blvd. Las Vegas, NV 89102 Phone: (800) 829-1040
To receive "Your Business Tax Kit", call 1-800-TAX-FORM
Every employee hired is to complete a W-4 Form so that the employer can withhold the proper amount of income tax from each paycheck. Any change in the employee's tax status requires a new form.
State Labor Commission 1445 Hot Springs Road, Ste. 109 Carson City, NV 89710 Phone: (775) 687-4850 Fax: (775) 687-6409
555 E. Washington Avenue, Suite 4100 Las Vegas, NV 89101 Phone: (702) 486-2650 Fax: (702) 486-2660
All employers must comply with Nevada's Labor Statutes and must post a sign explaining these laws at the place of business.
Secretary of State Capital Building 101 N. Carson St., Suite 3 Carson City, NV 89701 Phone: (775) 687-5203 Fax: (775) 687-3471 Document on demand directory: 1-800-583-9486
Businesses interested in incorporating, along with non-Nevada businesses seeking permission to do business in Nevada, should register with the Secretary of State's Office. The Secretary of State's office handles commercial recordings (incorporation), securities, notaries, and election information.
Select Zoning Offices The applicable city or county zoning ordinances should be checked to ensure that the desired location is zoned for the proposed type of business before buying or leasing property. For home-based businesses, please verify if a Home Occupation Permit will be required. Contact your local government office(s), or you may find the applicable zoning office(s) in the limited list below:
Using a Fictitious Name A fictitious name/dba certificate is required for all businesses that plan to use a name different than their legal or corporate name. It is best to check with the County Clerk's office where your business is located to determine if the fictitious name desired is available.
Liquor & Gaming Licenses State of Nevada Gaming Control Board 1919 E. College Pkwy Carson City, NV 89706 Phone: (775) 684-7700 Fax: (775) 687-5187
555 E. Washington Avenue Suite 2600 Las Vegas, NV 89101 Phone: (702) 486-2008
To operate a liquor business, a State and local business license must be obtained, along with a liquor license from the applicable local jurisdiction. For gaming businesses, an application must be made with both the local jurisdiction and the State of Nevada Gaming Control Board. |