Sales tax now applies to some services

Starting October 1: Some business services are now subject to retail sales tax, as required by state law, ESSB 5814. When you buy these services, vendors should add sales tax to your bill. If you sell these services, you should begin collecting retail sales tax. Learn more about Services newly subject to retail sales tax.

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Convenience stores

This guide was created to help people who own or work at convenience stores and gas stations more easily understand the Washington State taxes that apply to their business activities. Please remember that state laws change on a regular basis and this guide may not reflect all changes that occur.

This guide is intended to provide general tax information only. For more information, or for answers to specific questions, please contact the Department of Revenue.

Sales Tax Reference for Convenience Stores (pdf)

Updated February 2011


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