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Nevada Commerce Tax guide

How to file the Nevada Commerce Tax

A practical walk-through of filing the Nevada Commerce Tax — what to gather, where to file, the deadlines, and the mistakes that trip people up.

Last reviewed June 2026 against Nevada Department of Taxation guidance.

What you'll need

  • Your Nevada gross revenue for the July–June fiscal year
  • Your primary NAICS business category
  • A Nevada Tax Center account

Step by step

  1. 1Confirm whether your Nevada gross revenue exceeds $4,000,000 for the fiscal year.
  2. 2Identify the NAICS category that produces the largest share of your Nevada revenue, and its rate.
  3. 3Subtract the $4,000,000 standard deduction from your gross revenue.
  4. 4File Form EXC-F025 within 45 days after June 30 (about August 14) and pay at your category rate.

Where to file

Nevada Commerce Tax Return

Form EXC-F025

Official form / filing portal

Deadlines

Annual (fiscal year July 1 – June 30).

  • Fiscal yearJul 1 – Jun 30
  • Return due~August 14
  • Extension30 days (on request)

Common mistakes to avoid

  • The Commerce Tax year runs July 1 – June 30, not the calendar year.
  • Your rate is tied to your industry category — choosing the wrong one changes the tax.
  • A 30-day filing extension does not extend the time to pay.

Estimate your Nevada Commerce Tax and get a pre-filled worksheet first.

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General information, not tax advice — confirm the current procedure with the Nevada Department of Taxation or a qualified CPA before filing.