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Business License by State › New Mexico

New Mexico business license (2026)

Depends on the business. The New Mexico Business Portal says: “New Mexico requires several types of businesses obtain licenses.”

  • State page read October 21, 2026
  • Quoted from the state

New Mexico at a glance

State rule
Depends on the business
Next step
Look up your industry’s license, and ask your city or county about a local one.
Forming an LLC
$50 with the New Mexico Secretary of State
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$199 / year, same at renewal

  • LLC formation, prepared and filed
  • Registered agent, all year
  • EIN application (with an SSN or ITIN)
  • Annual report filed every year it is due where the state requires one
  • Compliance reminders and stored documents

Price from the Mainstay Filing pricing and FAQ pages, checked October 21, 2026. State fees are passed through at cost and shown before you pay.

Questions

Does New Mexico require a business license?

Depends on the business. The New Mexico Business Portal says: “New Mexico requires several types of businesses obtain licenses.”

Who do I contact in New Mexico?

New Mexico Business Portal (page linked below), your city or county clerk, and the New Mexico Secretary of State for forming the company.

Is a New Mexico LLC the same as a license?

No. Forming the LLC is a filing with the New Mexico Secretary of State, which charges $50. A license, where one applies, is a separate step.

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