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The Nebraska state sales and use tax rate is 5.5%. In addition, local sales and use taxes can be set at 0.5%, 1%, 1.5%, 1.75%, or 2%, as adopted by city or county governments.

You don't have to register your Sole Proprietorship with the Nebraska Secretary of State. It simply exists once you decide to start a business and engage in business activities. However, if your Sole Proprietorship will use a DBA (aka Trade Name), then that needs to be filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State.

Nebraska LLC Formation Filing Fee: $100 To file your Nebraska Certificate of Organization with the Secretary of State, you'll pay $100 to file online, or, for $110, you can file in-office. It typically takes the state 10 days to process your paperwork after they receive it.

Nebraska doesn't have a general business license at the state level, so there are no fees there. However, your business may need a state-level occupational license or municipal-level license or permit to operate.

Fortunately, Nebraska doesn't have a state-wide requirement. However, Nebraska counties and cities have their own licensing requirements, which may include a general business license. You'll want to check the county and city websites, the county clerk's office, and the local tax office to find out more.

If you are starting a new business in Nebraska, you may need to register with the Nebraska Department of Revenue (DOR). Registration is required if you will have employees, intend to engage in retail sales, renting/leasing tangible personal property, or will be providing services which are subject to sales tax.