State Benefit·Nevada·💼Employment

Veteran-Owned Business License Fee Waiver

Waiver of initial and renewal state business license fees for the first 5 years for veteran-owned businesses.

Verified May 12, 2026againstnvsos.gov

Who qualifies

Veterans
  • Available to any veteran
  • Honorable discharge required
  • Nevada residency

How to apply

$1,000-$2,500 over 5 years

Apply through the official Nevada agency.

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Details

Eligibility

Honorably discharged veteran who owns the business, OR business at least 50% owned by one or more honorably discharged veterans. Business must be created on or after July 1, 2023 (per AB 306, 2023).

Covers

Waiver of the initial state business license fee AND renewal fees for the first 5 years. Standard fee is $200/year for LLCs and most entity types ($500/year for corporations), so savings total $1,000-$2,500 over 5 years. File via SilverFlume portal (nvsilverflume.gov).

Always confirm current rates and rules with the Nevada state agency before applying.

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