Nevada Childcare Licensing
Nevada Childcare Licensing Fees (2026)
Nevada childcare licensing carries an application fee at first licensure and, in most cases, a recurring fee at renewal. Per the State of Nevada Child Care Licensing Reference Guide, child care licensing application fees are: Family Care home (up to 6 children) $20; Group Care home (up to 12 children) $60; and Centers (13 children or more) range from $100 up to $300 (State of Nevada Child Care Licensing Reference Guide; fee-setting authority NRS 432A.143/432A.146).
Last updated: April 2026
Researched by the TotReady Research TeamNevada Licensing Fees: The Specifics
Per the State of Nevada Child Care Licensing Reference Guide, child care licensing application fees are: Family Care home (up to 6 children) $20
up to 6 children
Group Care home (up to 12 children) $60
up to 12 children
and Centers (13 children or more) range from $100 up to $300 (State of Nevada Child Care Licensing Reference Guide
13 children or more
fee-setting authority NRS 432A.143/432A.146).
State of Nevada Child Care Licensing Reference Guide
Not published as a separate renewal dollar amount in Nevada's child care licensing materials
Family Care $20, Group Care $60, Centers $100-$300
a Nevada child care license is effective for not more than 1 year and is renewed for 1-year terms (NRS 432A.141), and the State of Nevada Child Care Licensing Reference Guide publishes only the schedule of application fees (Family Care $20, Group Care $60, Centers $100-$300).
Family Care $20, Group Care $60, Centers $100-$300
Nevada Licensing Fees at a Glance
| Application fee | Per the State of Nevada Child Care Licensing Reference Guide, child care licensing application fees are: Family Care home (up to 6 children) $20; Group Care home (up to 12 children) $60; and Centers (13 children or more) range from $100 up to $300 (State of Nevada Child Care Licensing Reference Guide; fee-setting authority NRS 432A.143/432A.146). |
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| Renewal fee | Not published as a separate renewal dollar amount in Nevada's child care licensing materials; a Nevada child care license is effective for not more than 1 year and is renewed for 1-year terms (NRS 432A.141), and the State of Nevada Child Care Licensing Reference Guide publishes only the schedule of application fees (Family Care $20, Group Care $60, Centers $100-$300). |
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Nevada Licensing Fees: Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a Nevada childcare license cost?
Per the State of Nevada Child Care Licensing Reference Guide, child care licensing application fees are: Family Care home (up to 6 children) $20; Group Care home (up to 12 children) $60; and Centers (13 children or more) range from $100 up to $300 (State of Nevada Child Care Licensing Reference Guide; fee-setting authority NRS 432A.143/432A.146).
What is the Nevada childcare license renewal fee?
Not published as a separate renewal dollar amount in Nevada's child care licensing materials; a Nevada child care license is effective for not more than 1 year and is renewed for 1-year terms (NRS 432A.141), and the State of Nevada Child Care Licensing Reference Guide publishes only the schedule of application fees (Family Care $20, Group Care $60, Centers $100-$300).
Are Nevada licensing fees refundable?
In most states, licensing application fees are non-refundable even if the application is denied or withdrawn. Confirm the refund policy with the Nevada Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Welfare and Supportive Services (DWSS), Child Care Licensing (CCL) program. (Statewide child care licensing is consolidated under DWSS; the last county program, Washoe, transferred to the state on July 1, 2024.) before paying.
Nevada childcare licensing rules are amended regularly. This page is compiled from published Nevada administrative codes and statutes for informational purposes only — always verify current requirements with the Nevada Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Welfare and Supportive Services (DWSS), Child Care Licensing (CCL) program. (Statewide child care licensing is consolidated under DWSS; the last county program, Washoe, transferred to the state on July 1, 2024.) before relying on them. TotReady provides information and document templates, not legal or regulatory advice.