What's the NAICS and SIC code for a graphic design business?
For a graphic design business, use NAICS 541430 (Graphic Design Services) in the US and SIC 74100 (Specialised design activities) in the UK.
United States, NAICS 2022
541430 Graphic Design Services
Graphic Design Services covers logos, branding and visual design for clients.
SBA small business limit: $9 million average annual receipts.
United Kingdom, SIC 2007
74100 Specialised design activities
Specialised design activities; ONS indexes "Graphic designer" here.
Use this code when you register with Companies House or file your confirmation statement.
When a different code fits better
These are the codes most often confused with the main answer. Pick by the activity that earns most of your revenue.
| Code | Title | Use it if |
|---|---|---|
| NAICS 541511 | Custom Computer Programming Services | you mainly build websites |
| NAICS 541810 | Advertising Agencies | design is part of a full advertising service |
| SIC 62012 | Business and domestic software development | you mainly build websites |
Good to know
Interior designers also use 74100 in the UK but have their own code (541410) in the US.
You can list more than one code. Companies House accepts up to four SIC codes, and SAM.gov lets you add several NAICS codes, with one marked as primary.
What the code affects
- SBA programs and federal contracts: your NAICS code sets the size limit you must stay under to count as small. Check your size.
- SAM.gov registration: contracting officers search by NAICS, so list every code you can deliver work under.
- Companies House: your SIC code appears on the public register and in your confirmation statement.
Related business types
Codes checked against the US Census 2022 NAICS index and the ONS UK SIC 2007 index. Information only; confirm with the agency you file with.