Starting a business in The Silver State is complicated enough. Getting your ready-to-file Fictitious Firm Name Certificate (often called a DBA or "Doing Business As") shouldn't involve hours of forms and guesswork.
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If already you have an LLC or a corporation, you may have a different filing process for filing an assumed name at the state level. AssumedName.org focuses on helping Sole Proprietorships with local business name filings.
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❓ Still have questions? Find out what a DBA is, why most states require them, and if you need one for your business.
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When using a business name that is different from your legal name.
Fictitious firm names are filed with the County Clerk for your county, such as Clark County for Las Vegas.
Yes. Renewals are typically required every **five years**.
Steps:
Visit the website or office of the county clerk where you will operate, such as Washoe County for a business in Reno.
Access their fictitious firm name search or index.
Search the exact name you want and similar spellings.
Review search results and determine whether your name is available.
Print or save your search results for your filing records.
Documents Required:
None
Estimated Time:
5–10 minutes
Steps:
After you complete your name search and find an available fictitious name, gather your legal name, mailing address, fictitious firm name, and business location.
Create your Fictitious name Certificate (here at assumedname.org) and have it notarized.
Visit or mail it to the county clerk where you will do business, such as the Clark County Clerk for a business in Henderson.
File the certificate with the county clerk and keep your recorded or stamped copy and start using the name.
Documents Required:
Fictitious Firm Name Certificate
Government-issued ID (for in-person filing)
Filing fee payment
Estimated Time:
Preparation: 15–20 minutes
Filing approval: same day to a few business days
What does the law say:
The relevant state law for assumed names / DBAs is: Nev. Rev. Stat. § 600.020 & § 600.030
Steps:
File your fictitious firm name with the appropriate county clerk and get a certified copy of your filing.
Decide whether to obtain an EIN; many banks in Nevada prefer an EIN for business accounts, even for sole proprietors.
Gather your certified fictitious firm name filing, EIN letter (if applicable), government-issued ID, and proof of business address.
Visit or contact a local bank and ask about business checking accounts for businesses operating under a fictitious firm name.
Provide your documentation and complete the application; most banks open accounts within a few business days.
Documents Required:
Certified fictitious firm name registration
EIN (if required)
Government-issued ID
Proof of business address
Estimated Time:
Preparation: 20–30 minutes
Bank approval: 1–3 hours