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NAICS 512131, industry

NAICS 512131: Motion picture theaters (except drive-ins)

NAICS 512131 is the industry code for motion picture theaters (except drive-ins). Use it on loan applications, tax forms and registrations. Explore financing for technology and start your application when you are ready.

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What 512131 covers

Motion picture theaters, other than drive ins, show films to the public, including multiplexes and independent cinemas.

Included in this code

  • Movie theaters
  • Multiplex cinemas
  • Independent art house theaters
  • Dine in theaters

Not this code

Businesses that use 512131

Independent cinemaDine in movie theater

Financing for this trade

Theaters use SBA 7(a) and 504 loans, equipment loans for projectors and seating and real estate loans. Lenders look at attendance and concessions.

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Is 512131 the right code for a movie theater?

Yes, if you operate indoor movie theaters. Drive ins use 512132. Dine in theaters stay in this code unless food is clearly the main business. Owners in this trade most often weigh it against 512132 (drive in motion picture theaters) and 512120 (motion picture and video distribution). The right choice is the activity that brings in the most revenue, used the same way on tax returns and loan applications.

What is the SBA size standard for 512131?

The SBA size standard for 512131 is $47M in average annual receipts. SBA averages total gross receipts over the last five completed fiscal years and adds in any affiliates under common control. A movie theater at or below that figure counts as small for SBA 7(a) and 504 loans and for federal small business contracts.

What financing do movie theaters use?

Digital projectors, seating and sound systems are financed with equipment loans. SBA 7(a) and 504 loans fund buildings and acquisitions. Lenders look at attendance trends, concession margins and lease terms. A broker who works with many lenders can line up bank, SBA and alternative offers side by side, which often matters more than chasing the lowest headline price.

What does NAICS 512131 cover?

Motion picture theaters (except drive-ins). Industry level code in NAICS 2022, under 51 Information, 512 Motion picture and sound recording industries, 5121 Motion picture and video industries, 51213 Motion picture and video exhibition.

What financing do NAICS 512131 businesses use?

Equipment financing, working capital, SBA loans and invoice factoring are the products placed most for technology businesses. Start an application and the AI matches the deal to lenders that fund this code.

Where do I put NAICS 512131?

On the SBA loan application, on federal Schedule C or Form 1120, on SAM.gov and state registrations, and on most lender applications. A business can report more than one code; use this one if it describes what produces most of your revenue.