NAICS Code for Photography Business
The NAICS code for a photography business is 541922, Commercial Photography. Commercial photography, including medical and aerial photography and commercial event videography, falls under 541922, Commercial Photography. Portrait and wedding studios use 541921 instead. Federal photography work for events, facilities and documentation is commercial, so 541922 is the one to register for government work.
- Primary NAICS code
- 541922
- SBA size standard
- $9 million or less in average annual receipts
- Open federal contracts
- None right now
Related codes to add
Most businesses list several NAICS codes. Use 541922 as your primary if it covers most of your revenue, and add these when they describe work you also do:
| Code | Use it when | Size standard |
|---|---|---|
| 541921 Photography Studios, Portrait | You shoot portraits, weddings, school or passport photos. | $16 million or less in receipts |
| 512110 Motion Picture and Video Production | You produce videos or films. | $40 million or less in receipts |
| 541370 Surveying and Mapping (except Geophysical) Services | You do aerial photogrammetry or mapping. | $19 million or less in receipts |
How to choose
Your primary NAICS code should match the work that brings in most of your revenue, and it sets which size standard applies to you for most set-aside contracts. Read each code's Census definition before you register. Our guide on how to choose NAICS codes covers the trade-offs. To see whether you count as small under these codes, try the size standard checker.
Frequently asked questions
What is the NAICS code for a photography business?
The NAICS code for a photography business is 541922, Commercial Photography. Commercial photography, including medical and aerial photography and commercial event videography, falls under 541922, Commercial Photography. Portrait and wedding studios use 541921 instead. Federal photography work for events, facilities and documentation is commercial, so 541922 is the one to register for government work.
What is the SBA size standard for NAICS 541922?
A business counts as small under NAICS 541922 with $9 million or less in average annual receipts, under the SBA's table of size standards. Federal contracts set aside for small businesses under this code are limited to firms that meet it.
Can I list more than one NAICS code?
Yes. In your SAM.gov registration you pick one primary NAICS code and can add as many others as describe work you can actually do. Add every code below that fits, because agencies search and set aside contracts by code.