Nevada Secretary of State Business Search (SilverFlume)
Nevada's business records are on SilverFlume, the Secretary of State's online portal. Its free entity search lets you look up any Nevada company by name, number, officer or registered agent — no account needed — and check name availability before forming. Bastion forms a Nevada LLC from anywhere from $399 + state fees.
Search Nevada business entities
Official source: Nevada Secretary of State — SilverFlume entity search — free, no account needed.
How the SilverFlume search works
Search by entity name, entity number, Nevada Business ID, officer or registered agent. Results show entity status, formation date and registered agent.
Trademarks and trade names (DBAs) are searchable in the same system, which is handy if you're checking whether a brand name is taken in Nevada beyond just LLC/corp filings.
Checking a name before you form
Nevada will reject your filing if your name isn't distinguishable from an existing entity. Search first, then form.
Why people choose Nevada
Nevada is known for strong asset-protection statutes, owner privacy, and no state income tax — popular with founders who prioritise legal protection.
Forming in Nevada? Bastion handles the full $425 state bundle for you, service from $399.
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FAQs
How do I search Nevada business entities?
Use the Nevada Secretary of State SilverFlume entity search at esos.nv.gov. Search by entity name, entity number, Nevada Business ID, officer or registered agent.
Is the Nevada business search free?
Yes. SilverFlume's basic entity search is free and requires no account.
How do I check if an LLC name is available in Nevada?
Search your desired name on SilverFlume. If no active entity matches and the name is distinguishable, it is likely available. Bastion confirms availability with the state before filing.