Living Working Industries Business News & Events Government Home Doing Business in ND Starting or Expanding Business Starting or Expanding Business In North Dakota, our economy is booming and providing new opportunities to both job seekers and businesses every day. With one of the lowest unemployment rates in the nation, we have many wonderful opportunities available whether you are looking to start your own business or jump-start your current business. North Dakota works hard to assist existing business through many of the same programs used to attract new businesses. The Manufacturing Extension Partnership, for instance, assists manufacturers to help them become more competitive; other programs and incentives are available to assist in efforts to expand or continue your operations. Business development staff is available to assist all primary sector businesses, whether new or existing, especially those related to our target industries. Local development staff in communities throughout the state also pursue business retention and expansion activities. Business incentives, government accessibility, and workforce performance, combined with North Dakota's favorable position as one of the lowest cost states for operating a business, are driving top companies to establish operations in North Dakota. Ready to start, relocate or expand a business in North Dakota? Call 1-866-4DAKOTA (1-866-432-5682) LINKS & RESOURCES Bank of North Dakota Business Assistance Business Forms & Licenses Economic Development and Finance Entrepreneurial Assistance Find a Site for Your Business Incentives & Funding Incentive Certification Forms International Trade Assistance Job Service(link is external) Local Developers Minority Certification Patents & Trademarks Regional Council Regulatory Permitting Secretary of State Securities Tax Commissioner Workforce Safety and Insurance(link is external) Workforce Training Economic Outlook Short Term Fiscal Stability Energy, Transportation, Internet Best State for Business Copyright © 2020 State of North Dakota - 600 E. Boulevard | Bismarck, ND 58503 Footer menu Accessibility Contact Disclaimer Privacy Policy Security Policy State Marketing Feedback (+) Provide Website Feedback