How to register for a sales tax permit in Nevada

by TaxJar May 5, 2024

Please note: This blog was originally published in 2017. It’s since been updated for accuracy and comprehensiveness.

For more information about collecting and remitting sales tax in Nevada, check out Nevada Sales Tax Resources.

1. Who needs a sales tax permit in Nevada?
From the Nevada Department of Taxation website:

Every person, firm, partnership, corporation, etc., engaging in business as a seller of tangible personal property of a kind the retail sale of which is taxable must apply to the Nevada Department of Taxation for permits. Separate permits must be obtained for each place of business and must be conspicuously displayed at the place for which issued and are valid until suspended or revoked by the Commission. If there is a change in location or ownership, a new permit must be obtained. Companies having retail outlets in more than one county must furnish the Department with an estimate of the percentage of gross sales allocated to each county.

2. How do you register for a sales tax permit in Nevada?
Sellers are encouraged to use the Nevada Tax Center.

You can also download the Nevada Business Registration form and fill out the Supplemental Registration portion. Send it to:

Nevada Department of Taxation
Compliance Division
1550 College Parkway
Carson City, Nevada 89706

3. What information do you need to register for a sales tax permit in Nevada?
DBA (as shown on the Nevada Business Registration form)
Estimated total monthly receipts
Estimated total Nevada monthly TAXABLE receipts
Reporting cycle choice
Total Nevada business locations
Information for business registration, such as Social Security Number, address, list of owners, partners, and description of your business

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4. How much does it cost to apply for a sales tax permit in Nevada?
To apply for a sales tax permit in Nevada, Taxpayers are asked if they meet one or both economic nexus thresholds (more than $100k sales or 200+ transactions). If you reply “Yes” to any of these questions, the “Certificate of Authority” option is not given; instead, you must apply for a “Sales Permit” automatically, which requires:

A $15 registration fee
A security deposit if your estimated monthly taxable sales are above $1,500 (Around $18K annually)

The security deposit is held for a minimum of three years and is not applied to current year taxes. If you have good filing history after the three year period, you can send in a request to have it refunded at that time. The security deposit is calculated as follows:

If annual taxable sales are less than or equal to $18k, no security deposit is required
If annual taxable sales are greater than $18K, but less than or equal to $120k (quarterly filer)= monthly taxable sales x highest county rate (8.375%)x3x2
If annual sales are greater than $120k (monthly filer) = monthly taxable sales x highest county rate (8.375%) x 3

If you reply “No” to both questions, the state will populate a third question, letting you know you can apply for a certificate of authority. In that scenario, no fee or security deposit is required.

5. How long does it take to receive your Nevada sales tax permit?
Most permits should be received within 1-2 weeks.

6. Do you have to renew your Nevada sales tax permit?

There is no need to renew your Nevada sales tax permit. Remember if you open a new business location you must register for a new permit.

7. How can I learn more about Nevada sales tax?