Nevada Business Overview

Business Resources

Nevada's Industrial Development and/or Mini-Bond Programs through Management Assistance Partnership (MAP)
If you are a Nevada manufacturer and in need of low-cost (2 to 3% below typical commercial rates) financing for real estate, buildings or new equipment, MAP may be able to help you qualify for Nevada's Industrial Development and/or Mini-Bond Programs.

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Nevada's Largest Employers

Source: Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation (DETR), 3rd Quarter 2008

Nevada Fortune 500 Companies

Source: 2009 Fortune 500 List

2007 Expansions & Relocations

(e) = expansion

Business Start Up Information*

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 below to locate and download forms.

Nevada Department of Taxation
1550 E. College Pkwy.
Carson City, NV 89706
Phone: 775.684.2000
Fax: 775.687.5981

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

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.

Employer Identification Number

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.

Internal Revenue Service Employer Identification Number
675 W. Moana Lane
Reno, NV 89509
Phone: 800.829.1040

4750 W. Oakey Boulevard
Las Vegas, NV 89102
Phone: 800.829.1040

Business Personal Property Declaration Form

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.

Disability Insurance

Nevada does not mandate disability insurance.

Workman's Compensation Insurance

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.

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

Nevada Unemployment Compensation Program

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.

Employment Security Division
1325 Corporate Blvd.
Reno, NV 89502
Phone: 775.688.2663
Fax: 775.688.2667

1830 E. Sahara Avenue #313
Las Vegas, NV 89104
Phone: 702.486.0250
Fax: 702.486.8226

I-9 Forms for New Employees

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.

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

W-4 Forms

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.

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

Nevada Labor Statutes

All employers must comply with Nevada's Labor Statutes and must post a sign explaining these laws at the place of business.

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

Incorporating

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.

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

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 above under Local Business License Offices.

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.

*Source: Nevada Commission on Economic Development