50-State Sales Tax Compliance Guide
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Sales and Use Tax Registration

Obtain tax IDs & tax exemption certificates

Obtaining needed sales and use tax permits is a required step for all businesses and nonprofits. The government penalizes companies that do not comply with the laws to collect and remit tax.

This guide summarizes some of our nationwide expertise in helping clients obtain tax ids, get exemption certificates, and maintain sales tax compliance. Depending on your organization's activities, the following licenses may be needed:

  • Sales Tax Registration
  • Sales & Use Tax Ids
  • Sales Tax Vendor ID Number
  • Sales Tax Exemption Certificate
  • Reseller Certificate
  • Reseller Tax Id
  • Reseller Permit
  • Nonprofit Sales & Use Tax Exemption Certificate
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Introduction to Sales & Use Tax Registration

Businesses are generally required to register for sales tax once their sales activity hits the threshold for physical or economic nexus. If your business has determined it has nexus and needs to register, keep reading to learn how to register your business for sales tax in a state.

If you need additional assistance with state sales tax registration, Harbor Compliance can help. Visit our Sales and Use Tax Registration service page to learn more.

Where Sales & Use Tax Is Levied

Forty-five states and the District of Columbia impose sales taxes (or similar taxes, which we'll refer to as sales tax for simplicity). Alaska, Delaware, Montana, New Hampshire, and Oregon do not collect sales and use taxes, but all other states mandate some form of sales and use tax registration for qualifying businesses.

Not all sales and use taxes are levied or administered by the state. There are roughly 11,000 sales tax jurisdictions in the United States. Most of these are counties, municipalities, and other localities. Some states simplify administration by collecting local sales tax, but in states like Arizona even cities ("non-program cities") administer their own sales tax.

What Is Registration?

Once a business has determined its physical and economic nexus, it must register with the state revenue authority. Registration is the process of opening the relevant tax account(s) so that the business can file returns and pay taxes.

In each jurisdiction where registration is required, the seller applies for a sales tax id, collects sales tax, and remits the tax to the governing agency. You get a Sales Tax ID Number from the Department of Revenue (or a similar agency) by submitting the appropriate application and supporting documentation. All states ask for the IRS-issued EIN as a part of tax registration. Many states require business entities to register with the secretary of state (usually through foreign qualification) before applying for a sales and use tax account.

Different states may refer to sales and use tax registration as a tax account, license, or permit, so it is important to keep this terminology straight when registering in multiple states. Most states do not require a fee for registration; however, a handful do.

Below are some state-specific examples of the variation in the registration process.

  • Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Hawaii, Indiana, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Wisconsin, and Wyoming have fees for registration.
  • Hawaii collects a General Excise Tax instead of a traditional sales tax.
  • Wisconsin charges $20 for the first tax permit, but there is no fee for additional permits.
  • Colorado’s registration fees depend on the time of year you register and range from $4-$16

Why Is Registration Required?

While customers are generally responsible for paying sales tax, businesses are generally required to collect and remit it to state agencies. By registering, a business creates the account necessary to file returns and remit the appropriate amount of sales tax owed on activity in that state.

Without registration, a business is unable to comply with state sales tax requirements. This may result in penalties and audits that far exceed the cost of compliance. Businesses should view registration proactively and as a way to protect itself from risk.

What is Exemption?

Exemptions from sales and use tax are frequently available to resellers, nonprofits, and others. While in some jurisdictions your organization must expressly apply for an exemption, in others your organization must present an exemption certificate or other form of confirmation to the seller at the time of sale.

Most often, but not always, the buyer is responsible for presenting evidence of tax exempt status at the time of transaction. To do this, nonprofits, wholesalers, and others who qualify from tax exempt certificates create an organized packet listing each tax-exempt identification number and the appropriate certificate to present. Consider using the Uniform Sales & Use Tax Exemption/Resale Certificate (Multijurisdiction) , which is currently accepted in 36 states.

Nonprofits should not assume they are exempt from paying sales and use tax or from collecting sales tax on sales. In most cases, nonprofits can obtain exemptions from transactions relating to their charitable mission. The chart below outlines each state-level process for obtaining exemption. In addition, there are limits to granted exemptions based on whether the nonprofit is the purchaser, seller, the type of nonprofit, and the type of transaction.

Overview By State

Alabama

Our Resources:

Sales & Use Tax Info

Nonprofit Sales Tax Exemption Info

Register for Sales & Use Tax Accounts

Apply for Nonprofit Exemptions

Agency:Alabama Department of Revenue Form:

ST: EX-A1: Application for Sales Tax Certificate of Exemption and Instructions

State Fee:

$0

Notes:

Most nonprofit organizations will not qualify for a sales tax exemption in Alabama. Alabama Statutes § 40-9-1 et seq describes organizations that may qualify for an exemption.

Alaska

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Sales & Use Tax Info

Nonprofit Sales Tax Exemption Info

Register for Sales & Use Tax Accounts

Not required

Alaska does not have sales and use taxes at the state level. However, some local jurisdictions impose local sales taxes.

Apply for Nonprofit Exemptions

Not required

Alaska does not currently have a state level sales tax.

Arizona

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Sales & Use Tax Info

Nonprofit Sales Tax Exemption Info

Register for Sales & Use Tax Accounts

Form:

Form JT-1: Joint Tax Application

Filing Method:

Form or online

Fee:

$12 per location 

Notes:

Business entities can register for transaction privilege tax (sales tax), use tax, and withholding/unemployment taxes through the joint tax application form.

Apply for Nonprofit Exemptions

Agency:Arizona Department of Revenue Notes:

Arizona does not offer an overall exemption for nonprofits, but they allow exemptions in some circumstances. For a list of the few available exemptions, contact the Arizona Department of Revenue.

Arkansas

Our Resources:

Sales & Use Tax Info

Nonprofit Sales Tax Exemption Info

Register for Sales & Use Tax Accounts

Form:

Form AR-1R: Combined Business Tax Registration

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Fee:

$50

Apply for Nonprofit Exemptions

Agency:Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration Form:

SSTGB Form F0003: Exemption Certificate

Instructions:

Streamlined Sales and Use Tax Agreement Certificate of Exemption Instructions

Notes:

Arkansas does not offer a general exemption application for nonprofits, but charitable sales are exempted under certain conditions. The certificate of exemption can be used to exempt an organization from sales tax in a specific purchase.

California

Our Resources:

Sales & Use Tax Info

Nonprofit Sales Tax Exemption Info

Register for Sales & Use Tax Accounts

Filing Method:

In-person or online.

Fee:

$0

Notes:

Sales and use tax registration is know as a seller's permit in California.

Apply for Nonprofit Exemptions

Agency:California Department of Tax and Fee Administration Notes:

Few nonprofits are eligible for sales tax exemption in California. Volunteer fire departments, veteran's organizations, qualifying youth organizations, religious organizations, and few others may be eligible for exemption. See the Sales and Use Taxes: Exemptions and Exclusions guide to see if your organization is eligible to apply for an exemption.

Colorado

Our Resources:

Sales & Use Tax Info

Nonprofit Sales Tax Exemption Info

Register for Sales & Use Tax Accounts

Form:

Form CR-0100

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Fee:

$4 to $16, depending on when you register + $50 deposit

Apply for Nonprofit Exemptions

Agency:Colorado Department of Revenue Form:

DR 0715: Application for Sales Tax Exemption and Form DR-0716: Statement of Non-Profit - Church, Synagogue, or Organization

State Fee:

$0

Notes:

Colorado organizations can apply for state sales tax exemption if they have an IRS determination letter. If approved, you will receive a Certificate of Exemption.

Connecticut

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Sales & Use Tax Info

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Form:

Form REG-1: Business Taxes Registration Application

Filing Method:

Form or online

Fee:

$100 for sales and use tax

Apply for Nonprofit Exemptions

Not required

Upon receiving an IRS determination letter, Connecticut nonprofits are automatically exempt from state sales tax. Organizations must follow the guidelines in Guide SN 95(10). This includes providing sellers with a copy of CERT-119: Purchases of Tangible Personal Property and Services by Qualifying Exempt Organizations.

Delaware

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Sales & Use Tax Info

Nonprofit Sales Tax Exemption Info

Register for Sales & Use Tax Accounts

Not required

Delaware does not have sales and use taxes at the state level.

Apply for Nonprofit Exemptions

Not required

Delaware does not collect sales and use taxes at the state level.

District of Columbia

Our Resources:

Sales & Use Tax Info

Nonprofit Sales Tax Exemption Info

Register for Sales & Use Tax Accounts

Form:

FR-500: Combined Business Tax Registration

Filing Method:

Form or online

Fee:

$0

Apply for Nonprofit Exemptions

Agency:District of Columbia Office of Tax and Revenue State Fee:

$0

Notes:

  • Foreign organizations must have an office or physical location in DC to be eligible.
  • A certificate of authority is also required of foreign organizations.
  • Paper exemption applications are available upon request.

Florida

Our Resources:

Sales & Use Tax Info

Nonprofit Sales Tax Exemption Info

Register for Sales & Use Tax Accounts

Form:

Form DR-1: Florida Business Tax Application

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Fee:

$0

Apply for Nonprofit Exemptions

Agency:Florida Department of Revenue Form:

DR-5: Application for a Consumer's Certificate of Exemption

State Fee:

$0

Law:Chapter 212, Florida StatutesNotes:

Certain not-for-profit organizations are exempt from sales and use tax on purchases and rentals of tangible personal property if that property is used in carrying out the organization's not-for-profit activities. See the form for information on the available exemptions.

Georgia

Our Resources:

Sales & Use Tax Info

Nonprofit Sales Tax Exemption Info

Register for Sales & Use Tax Accounts

Filing Method:

Online

Fee:

$0

Apply for Nonprofit Exemptions

Agency:Georgia Department of Revenue Notes:

Georgia currently does not provide a general sales or use tax exemption. A few exemptions exist for nursing homes, hospices, hospitals, and other organizations, and you can contact the Georgia Department of Revenue for a full list.

Hawaii

Our Resources:

Sales & Use Tax Info

Nonprofit Sales Tax Exemption Info

Register for Sales & Use Tax Accounts

Form:

Form BB-1: Hawaii Basic Business Application

Filing Method:

Form or online

Fee:

$20 fee for GET/Use Tax

Notes:

Hawaii does not have a sales tax, but instead collects a general excise tax from businesses. Form BB-1 should be used to apply for general excise and use taxes.

Apply for Nonprofit Exemptions

Agency:Hawaii Department of Taxation Form:

G-6: Application for Exemption from General Excise Taxes

Instructions:

http://tax.hawaii.gov/forms/a1_b2_1geuse/

State Fee:

$20 unless you already have a Hawaii GET tax ID number.

Notes:

Hawaii does not have sales tax; instead, it has general excise tax (GET).Hawaii does not have sales tax; instead, it has general excise tax (GET).

Idaho

Our Resources:

Sales & Use Tax Info

Nonprofit Sales Tax Exemption Info

Register for Sales & Use Tax Accounts

Form:

Form IBR-1: Idaho Business Registration

Filing Method:

Form or online

Fee:

$0

Apply for Nonprofit Exemptions

Agency:Idaho State Tax Commission Notes:

Currently, most Idaho nonprofit organizations must pay and collect sales tax. For a list of exempt organizations, visit Idaho Tax Commission Brochure #50: Nonprofit Groups & Churches.

Illinois

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Sales & Use Tax Info

Nonprofit Sales Tax Exemption Info

Register for Sales & Use Tax Accounts

Form:

Form REG-1: Illinois Business Registration Application

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Fee:

$0

Notes:

For sales tax registration, also attach schedule REG-1-L: Business Site Location Information.

Apply for Nonprofit Exemptions

Agency:Illinois Department of Revenue State Fee:

$0

Indiana

Our Resources:

Sales & Use Tax Info

Nonprofit Sales Tax Exemption Info

Register for Sales & Use Tax Accounts

Filing Method:

Form or online.

Fee:

$25 fee for sales tax registration

Apply for Nonprofit Exemptions

Agency:Indiana Department of Revenue Form:

NP-20: Nonprofit Application for Sales Tax Exemption

State Fee:

$0

Notes:

This form is due within 120 days of incorporation, and you must attach your IRS determination letter.

Iowa

Our Resources:

Sales & Use Tax Info

Nonprofit Sales Tax Exemption Info

Register for Sales & Use Tax Accounts

Form:

Iowa Business Tax Permit Registration

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Fee:

$0

Apply for Nonprofit Exemptions

Not required

Iowa nonprofits receive limited exemption from sales tax. Sales made to nonprofits are not exempt from sales and use tax. The exception is private nonprofit schools do not pay sales tax on the purchase of goods and taxable services used for educational purposes. Also, sales made by educational, religious, or charitable organizations are exempt on proceeds expended for qualifying educational, religious, or charitable purposes.

Kansas

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Sales & Use Tax Info

Nonprofit Sales Tax Exemption Info

Register for Sales & Use Tax Accounts

Form:

Form CR-16: Business Tax Application

Filing Method:

Form or online

Fee:

$0

Apply for Nonprofit Exemptions

Agency:Kansas Department of Revenue Form:

Online

State Fee:

$0

Notes:

Not all 501(c)(3) organizations are eligible for exemption. Use the online system to file for exemption.

Kentucky

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Sales & Use Tax Info

Nonprofit Sales Tax Exemption Info

Register for Sales & Use Tax Accounts

Apply for Nonprofit Exemptions

Agency:Kentucky Department of Revenue Form:

Form 51A125: Application for Purchase Exemption

State Fee:

$0

Notes:

Include a copy of your articles of incorporation and IRS Determination Letter.

Louisiana

Our Resources:

Sales & Use Tax Info

Nonprofit Sales Tax Exemption Info

Register for Sales & Use Tax Accounts

Form:

Form CR-1: Application for Louisiana Tax Number

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Fee:

$0

Apply for Nonprofit Exemptions

Agency:Louisiana Department of Revenue Form:

Form R-1048: Application for Exemption from Collection of Louisiana Sales Tax at Certain Fund-Raising Activities

State Fee:

$0

Notes:

In general, Louisiana nonprofits are not exempt from sales and use tax. You can request an exemption for a fundraiser by filing an exemption application at least 2 weeks prior to the event.

Maine

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Sales & Use Tax Info

Nonprofit Sales Tax Exemption Info

Register for Sales & Use Tax Accounts

Form:

Application for Tax Registration

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Fee:

$0

Apply for Nonprofit Exemptions

Agency:Maine Revenue Services Form:

Find the form for your type of organization

Notes:

Maine has a large number of sales tax exemptions, and you will file a form specific to your type of organization.

Maryland

Our Resources:

Sales & Use Tax Info

Nonprofit Sales Tax Exemption Info

Register for Sales & Use Tax Accounts

Form:

Form CRA: Combined Registration Application

Filing Method:

Form or online

Fee:

$0

Apply for Nonprofit Exemptions

Agency:Comptroller of Maryland Form:

Sales and Use Tax Exemption Certificate Application

State Fee:

$0

Notes:

Must have IRS tax determination letter first.

Massachusetts

Our Resources:

Sales & Use Tax Info

Nonprofit Sales Tax Exemption Info

Register for Sales & Use Tax Accounts

Filing Method:

Online

Fee:

$0

Apply for Nonprofit Exemptions

Agency:Massachusetts Department of Revenue Notes:

There is no application form for sales tax exemption; simply send in your IRS determination letter with an explanation and the department will review the request.

Michigan

Our Resources:

Sales & Use Tax Info

Nonprofit Sales Tax Exemption Info

Register for Sales & Use Tax Accounts

Form:

Form 518: Registration for Michigan Taxes

Filing Method:

Form or online

Fee:

$0

Apply for Nonprofit Exemptions

Not required

Michigan nonprofits are automatically exempt from state sales and use tax. Simply complete and present Form 3372: Michigan Sales and Use Tax Certificate of Exemption to sellers and vendors.

Minnesota

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Sales & Use Tax Info

Nonprofit Sales Tax Exemption Info

Register for Sales & Use Tax Accounts

Apply for Nonprofit Exemptions

Agency:Minnesota Department of Revenue Form:

Form ST16: Application for Exempt Status

State Fee:

$0

Mississippi

Our Resources:

Sales & Use Tax Info

Nonprofit Sales Tax Exemption Info

Register for Sales & Use Tax Accounts

Filing Method:

Form or online.

Fee:

$0

Apply for Nonprofit Exemptions

Notes:

Mississippi nonprofit organizations are not exempt from state sales tax, with a few exceptions. Review the full of list of exemptions on the Department of Revenue website.

Missouri

Our Resources:

Sales & Use Tax Info

Nonprofit Sales Tax Exemption Info

Register for Sales & Use Tax Accounts

Form:

Form 2643A: Missouri Tax Registration Application

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Fee:

No fee, but a bond may be required if requested by the Departement of Revenue.

Apply for Nonprofit Exemptions

Agency:Missouri Department of Revenue Form:

Form 1746: Missouri Sales or Use Tax Exemption Application

State Fee:

$0

Montana

Our Resources:

Sales & Use Tax Info

Nonprofit Sales Tax Exemption Info

Register for Sales & Use Tax Accounts

Not required

There is no general sales or use tax at the state level in Montana.

Apply for Nonprofit Exemptions

Not required

Montana does not currently have a state level sales tax.

Nebraska

Our Resources:

Sales & Use Tax Info

Nonprofit Sales Tax Exemption Info

Register for Sales & Use Tax Accounts

Form:

Form 20: Nebraska Tax Application

Filing Method:

Form or online

Fee:

$0

Apply for Nonprofit Exemptions

Agency:Nebraska Department of Revenue Form:

Form 4: Exemption Application for Sales and Use Tax

State Fee:

$0

Notes:

Not all nonprofits are eligible for exemption.

Nevada

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Sales & Use Tax Info

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Register for Sales & Use Tax Accounts

Form:

Nevada Business Registration

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Fee:

$15 for each in-state business location.

Notes:

Use either the online registration system or the Nevada Business Registration form with the supplemental registration to register.

Apply for Nonprofit Exemptions

Agency:Nevada Department of Taxation Form:

Form APP-02.01: Application for Sales/Use Tax Exemption

State Fee:

$0

New Hampshire

Our Resources:

Sales & Use Tax Info

Nonprofit Sales Tax Exemption Info

Register for Sales & Use Tax Accounts

Not required

New Hampshire does not currently have sales or use taxes.

Apply for Nonprofit Exemptions

Not required

New Hampshire does not currently have a state level sales tax.

New Jersey

Our Resources:

Sales & Use Tax Info

Nonprofit Sales Tax Exemption Info

Register for Sales & Use Tax Accounts

Filing Method:

Online

Fee:

$0

Apply for Nonprofit Exemptions

Agency:New Jersey Department of the Treasury - Division of Taxation Form:

Form REG-1E: Application for Exempt Organization Certificate

State Fee:

$0

New Mexico

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Apply for Nonprofit Exemptions

Not required

If your IRS determination letter stipulates that your nonprofit is an educational or social organization, you are automatically exempt from New Mexico’s gross receipts tax. If you purchase taxable goods, you can apply for a Nontaxable Transaction Certificate (NTTC). You will file Form ACD-31050: Application for Nontaxable Transaction Certificates with the New Mexico Department of Taxation and Revenue.

New York

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North Carolina

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Sales & Use Tax Info

Nonprofit Sales Tax Exemption Info

Register for Sales & Use Tax Accounts

Form:

Form NC-BR: Business Registration Application

Filing Method:

Form or online

Fee:

$0

Apply for Nonprofit Exemptions

Not required

North Carolina currently does not offer an exemption from sales tax. However, the state offers semiannual refunds for qualified organizations. You will file Form E585: Nonprofit and Governmental Entity Claim for Refund with the North Carolina Department of Revenue.

North Dakota

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Not required

Most North Dakota nonprofits are not able to become exempt from sales tax. Certain organizations, such as hospitals and schools are automatically exempt.

Ohio

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Form:

Use whichever of the following forms apply:

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Fee:

$25 for a vendor's license; $0 for out-of-state sellers

Apply for Nonprofit Exemptions

Not required

Ohio nonprofits that have received their IRS determination letter are automatically exempt from paying state sales tax. They must present Form STEC-B: Sales and Use Tax Blanket Exemption Certificate to sellers.

Oklahoma

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Sales & Use Tax Info

Nonprofit Sales Tax Exemption Info

Register for Sales & Use Tax Accounts

Filing Method:

Online

Fee:

$20 + $10 for each additional location.

Apply for Nonprofit Exemptions

Agency:Oklahoma Tax Commission Form:

Form 13-16-A: Application for Sales Tax Exemption

Instructions:

https://www.ok.gov/tax/documents/PktE.pdf

State Fee:

$0

Notes:

Not all 501(c) recognized nonprofits are exempt from sales tax. There are a number of specific exemptions that exist.

Oregon

Our Resources:

Sales & Use Tax Info

Nonprofit Sales Tax Exemption Info

Register for Sales & Use Tax Accounts

Not required

Oregon does not have a sales or use tax.

Apply for Nonprofit Exemptions

Not required

Oregon does not currently have a state level sales tax.

Pennsylvania

Our Resources:

Sales & Use Tax Info

Nonprofit Sales Tax Exemption Info

Register for Sales & Use Tax Accounts

Filing Method:

Online

Apply for Nonprofit Exemptions

Agency:Pennsylvania Department of Revenue Form:

Form REV-72: Application for Sales Tax Exemption

State Fee:

$0

Due:

Once every five years. Approximately 2 months before an organization's sales tax exemption expires, the Department of Revenue will send a renewal packet to the organization.

Law:Institutions of purely public Charity Act of 1997

Rhode Island

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Sales & Use Tax Info

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Register for Sales & Use Tax Accounts

Form:

Form BAR: Business Application and Registration

Filing Method:

Form or online

Fee:

$10 fee for retail sales registration

Apply for Nonprofit Exemptions

Agency:Rhode Island Department of Revenue - Division of Taxation Form:

Form EXO-APP: Application for Exemption for an Exempt Organization

State Fee:

$25

South Carolina

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Sales & Use Tax Info

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Form:

Form SCDOR-111: Tax Registration Application

Filing Method:

Form or online

Fee:

$50 fee for retail sales/accomodations license

Apply for Nonprofit Exemptions

Agency:South Carolina Department of Revenue Form:

Form ST-387: Application for Sales Tax Exemption

State Fee:

$0

Notes:

Certain nonprofit organizations in South Carolina are exempt from sales and use tax on items sold by the organizations for charitable purposes. The exemption applies only to items purchased for resale and does not apply to items purchased by an organization for its own use.

South Dakota

Our Resources:

Sales & Use Tax Info

Nonprofit Sales Tax Exemption Info

Register for Sales & Use Tax Accounts

Filing Method:

Form or online.

Fee:

$0

Apply for Nonprofit Exemptions

Agency:South Dakota Department of Revenue Form:

Sales Tax Exempt Status Application

State Fee:

$0

Notes:

Only certain organizations are eligible to apply for a sales tax exempt permit.

Tennessee

Our Resources:

Sales & Use Tax Info

Nonprofit Sales Tax Exemption Info

Register for Sales & Use Tax Accounts

Filing Method:

Form or online.

Fee:

$0

Apply for Nonprofit Exemptions

Agency:Tennessee Department of Revenue Form:

Form RV-F1306901: Application for Registration - Sales and Use Tax Exempt Entities

State Fee:

$0

Notes:

Exemption certificates are only issued to Tennessee nonprofits. Out-of-state nonprofits should instead present their IRS determination letter to vendors.

Texas

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Sales & Use Tax Info

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Utah

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Register for Sales & Use Tax Accounts

Form:

Form TC-69: Business Registration

Filing Method:

Form or online

Fee:

$0

Apply for Nonprofit Exemptions

Vermont

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Apply for Nonprofit Exemptions

Not required

Vermont nonprofits that have received their IRS determination letter are automatically exempt from paying state sales tax. They must present Form S-3: Vermont Sales Tax Exemption Certificate for Resale and Exempt Organizations to sellers.

Virginia

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Sales & Use Tax Info

Nonprofit Sales Tax Exemption Info

Register for Sales & Use Tax Accounts

Form:

Form R-1: Business Registration Form

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Fee:

$0

Apply for Nonprofit Exemptions

Washington

Our Resources:

Sales & Use Tax Info

Nonprofit Sales Tax Exemption Info

Register for Sales & Use Tax Accounts

Form:

Business License Application

Filing Method:

Form or online

Fee:

$19 to $25

Apply for Nonprofit Exemptions

Instructions:Washington Department of Revenue - Nonprofit Organizations GuideNotes:

Currently, Washington does not grant nonprofits exemption from state sales tax. They must pay sales tax on all goods and retail services they purchase as consumers, such as supplies, lodging, equipment, and construction services. In addition, nonprofit organizations must collect and remit retail sales tax on their sales of goods and retail services. Limited B&O and sales tax exemptions are provided for nonprofit fundraising activities, donations, and for certain types of organizations.

West Virginia

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Form:

Form WV/BUS-APP

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Fee:

$30 registration fee unless the applicant is a nonprofit, foreign retailer, government agency, or only applying for a withholding account or agricultural/farming account.

Apply for Nonprofit Exemptions

Agency:West Virginia State Tax Department Form:

Form F0003: Streamlined Sales and Use Tax Certificate of Exemption

Instructions:

http://tax.wv.gov/Business/SalesAndUseTax/Pages/SalesAndUseTax.aspx

State Fee:

$0

Notes:

West Virginia uses a multi-state form that is not actually submitted with the West Virginia State Tax Department. West Virginia nonprofits should complete the form and display to sellers, but out-of-state nonprofits are generally allowed to use exemption certificates from another state. The form is rather complex, and not accepted in all states. Be sure to read the instructions carefully.

Wisconsin

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Apply for Nonprofit Exemptions

Agency:Wisconsin Department of Revenue Form:

Form S-103: Application for Wisconsin Sales and Use Tax Certificate of Exempt Status

State Fee:

$0

Wyoming

Our Resources:

Sales & Use Tax Info

Nonprofit Sales Tax Exemption Info

Register for Sales & Use Tax Accounts

Form:

Sales/Use Tax License Application

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Fee:

$60

Apply for Nonprofit Exemptions

Agency:Wyoming Department of Revenue Notes:

To become exempt from Wyoming sales tax, simply submit your IRS Determination Letter to the Wyoming Department of Revenue. Alternatively, submit articles of incorporation, constitution or bylaws, mission statement, budget, and income/expense statement for the past three years. When the Wyoming Department of Revenue approves your exemption, they will send you a Streamlined Sales/Use Tax Agreement (SSUTA) Certificate of Exemption.

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