Services provided by the Department of Revenue
Services provided by the Department of RevenueThe Department of Revenue offers many services to make reporting your taxes as convenient as possible. The following list contains a sampling of the Department’s services.
Our web site offers a wide variety of information and resources for your business:
- Electronic filing (e-file): File and pay taxes electronically using My DOR, Revenue’s secure online filing application.
- Business Information Update: You can notify us online if your business has moved, closed, or changed activities.
- Local Offices: Find telephone numbers, office hours, and directions to a local office near you.
- Tax Rate Lookup Tool (GIS): Find the correct code and tax rate for specific locations.
- Publications and Forms: Find our tax guides, fact sheets, reports, and forms.
- Laws and Rules (Taxpedia): Search our online database for rules, laws, advisories, administrative decisions, and court cases through Taxpedia.
- Contact Us: You can ask a general tax question. You can generally expect a response within 10 working days.
Telephone and One-on-one Assistance
Assistance in registering businesses, completing tax returns, and responding to questions can be requested by calling the Telephone Information Center at 360-705-6705 or by visiting your local Revenue office.
Taxpayer Advocate
For assistance in understanding and accessing your rights in working with the Department, call the Taxpayer Advocate at 360-705-6714.
Letter Rulings
To receive a written letter ruling on a complex tax question, you must identify your business and include all pertinent facts surrounding the issue. Send your request to:
Interpretations & Technical Advice
Department of Revenue
PO Box 47453
Olympia, WA 98504-7453
You will generally receive a response within 10 business days. You may also fax your request to 360-705-6655 or Contact Us.