Out of City Business Registration

Welcome and thank you for your interest in opening a business. The City Clerk’s Office is excited about your plans of doing business and is committed to making the process as smooth as possible. This list of resources has been assembled to help you navigate through the registration process from start to finish. Additionally, our office is available to answer questions or provide additional information, so please contact us via phone, email or in-person. 

Step-by-step instructions for obtaining an Out of City Business Registration:

Step 1 – Application The attached form must be filled out completely, signed and returned to the City Clerk’s Office
Click here for Out of City Business Registration Packet*

*A valid NM State Business Tax Identification Number (BTIN) is required for ALL businesses.  If you do not already have a BTIN, please obtain from NM Taxation & Revenue Department by Clicking Here. 

Step 2 – Where to Return Completed Application Once form is filled out and signed**, they must be returned to the City Clerk’s Office as follows:

• In-Person: 3200 Civic Center Circle NE, Suite 150, Rio Rancho, NM 87144
• Mailing Address: Office of the City Clerk, 3200 Civic Center Circle NE, Suite 150, Rio Rancho, NM 87144
• Fax Number: 505-994-2557
• Email Address: clerk@rrnm.gov

**A copy of required State or Federal licensure MUST be submitted with completed application (for applicable businesses). 

Step 3 – Review of Application City Clerk staff will review the application to verify completeness and accuracy. You will be contacted via phone or email to obtain missing information. Applications will be processed and we will email you with payment instructions. 

Business Registration fee is an annual fee of $35.00.