Short answer: Must be distinguishable and contain a designator like Limited-Liability Company, Limited Liability Company, LLC, or L.L.C. Restricted words like Bank or Trust require special approval.
We've pulled these figures from the Nevada Secretary of State's own pages. If something's changed since our last check, the state's portal wins, so it's worth a quick look before you pay.
Nevada naming rules
Must be distinguishable and contain a designator like Limited-Liability Company, Limited Liability Company, LLC, or L.L.C. Restricted words like Bank or Trust require special approval.
Open the official Nevada name search
Reserving a name
Nevada lets you reserve a name for $25, which holds it for 90 days.
Doing business under another name
Nevada DBAs are filed with: county. Fee: $25 (varies by county).
How Nevada compares
Nevada's name reservation fee is $25. That's the 18th highest of 50 jurisdictions we track. The national median is $25, right where Nevada sits.
| State | Fee | National rank (1 = highest) |
|---|---|---|
| Nevada | $25 | 18 of 50 |
| Idaho | $20 | 33 of 50 |
| Oregon | $100 | 1 of 50 |
| Utah | $22 | 32 of 50 |
| Wyoming | $60 | 4 of 50 |
| California | $10 | 41 of 50 |
Nevada fees that apply here
| Filing | State fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Articles of Organization | $436 | $75 for Articles, $150 for Initial List, $200 for State Business License, plus 2.5% credit card fee. Identical for mail and online. |
| Name reservation (optional) | $25 | 90 days |
| Amendment | $175 | |
| DBA / assumed name | $25 (varies by county) | county |
Name search and rules: Nevada questions
How do I check if an LLC name is available in Nevada?
Use the official Nevada Secretary of State business search. A name that's distinguishable from existing records can usually be registered.
What words must a Nevada LLC name include?
Must be distinguishable and contain a designator like Limited-Liability Company, Limited Liability Company, LLC, or L.L.C. Restricted words like Bank or Trust require special approval.
Can I reserve an LLC name in Nevada?
Yes. Reservation costs $25 and holds the name for 90 days.
Do I need a DBA in Nevada?
Only if you'll do business under a name other than your exact LLC name. DBAs are filed with: county. Fee: $25 (varies by county).
Sources and verification
Last checked against official state sources on . States change fees with little notice, so confirm on the filing portal before you pay. How we verify.
Still being confirmed with the state: publication.details.