Distributors and Jobbers

Distributors and jobbers must obtain an annual license from this office prior to doing business in the state. A Distributor is anyone engaged in the business of making sales of fireworks at wholesale to anyone engaged in the business of making sales of fireworks either as a jobber or as a retailer or both. Jobbers are anyone engaged in the business of making sales of fireworks at wholesale to anyone engaged in the business of making sales at retail. Only businesses or people holding a valid distributor or jobber’s license may legally transport fireworks from another state into Nebraska.

A distributor’s license costs $500 and a jobber’s license is $200. The license application may be downloaded, completed online or requested from Jodi at (402) 471-2027. The online application is available January 1 through 5 PM June 30 every year. It may only be used if payment is made with a credit card (Master Card or Visa). Otherwise, the application must be mailed in with a check or money order for the correct amount. Any changes that need to be made to a license once it is issued must be requested by using the change form.

Applicants are subject to all provisions of State Statutes and regulations governing fireworks. It is the applicant’s responsibility to read and comply with these requirements. These requirements are subject to change without notice.

Online Application 
The screens are self-explanatory. Please read all instructions on each screen carefully. Please go slowly through the screens and make sure you enter the information correctly the first time. Do not use your browser’s Back button as this may cause problems in submitting your application. At the end of the process, you will have the opportunity to edit all information.

Jobbers may select multiple distributors if necessary. Read the instructions provided in the online application to accurately make your selection(s) of distributors. Only those distributors and jobbers who have licensed will appear in the list. If your distributor and/or jobber do not appear, please do not select another distributor in order to complete your application. You should close your browser (no charges will be made against your credit card) and contact your distributor. If some of your distributors and/or jobbers appear but not all, proceed with your application but submit a Change form when your other distributors have licensed so we will have accurate license information for your stands. It could take up to 5 business days to add new distributors/jobbers to the list once they have licensed.

Once you have submitted your application, a screen will appear with your pending license number and a password. It is recommended you print this page for your records. This is your confirmation of the transaction. If you need to make a change you will need to download the Change Form from the website or contact Jodi for a form. Please do not close your browser until you have received the confirmation screen and printed the information. Doing so will result in your credit card information coming through without any data and will delay issuance of a license.

You will receive an email advising if your application was approved or denied. If approved, you will receive your license by mail within 10 business days. If your application is denied, the email will give the reason(s) why. You will need to reapply and correct the problems. No charges will be made against your credit card until your application is accepted.

Again, please go slowly through the screens and read all instructions. Most importantly – do not forget to print off your confirmation page.