Completing your annual business tax return? With the right information, it's a snap!

For your convenience, we've compiled all of the helpful information, links, and resources that you'll need to complete your annual tax return. If you can't find what you are looking for listed below, please contact us.

 

 

 

 

Annual business tax return due date

January 31, 2018 is the due date to file (with payment) your annual 2017 Business Excise Tax Return.

File timely to avoid late penalties.

 

You must do one of the following steps by January 31, 2018
 

Step 1:

If you had business activity, the simplest way to file your return is to use our free service, My DOR.

To register for My DOR you'll need your UBI number and Letter ID. 

 

Step 2:  

If you did not have business activity, you must still file your return by using one of the following options:

• My DOR: The simplest way to file is to use our free electronic filing service at secure.dor.wa.gov.
  • To register for My DOR you'll need your UBI number and Letter ID.
• Phone: To use our automated system at anytime call 1-800-647-7706. At the greeting enter 1 at each prompt, your 9-digit tax account ID/UBI number, and then follow the instructions.
• Mail: Check the “no business activity” box at the top of your tax return, sign, date, and mail to the address listed at the top of your return.
   

Step 3:  

If your business is closed, and the close date is within this filing period, you must still file your return by using one of the methods in Step 2.

If you haven’t already closed your business you must close your account by using one of the following options:

• Online: Close your account electronically
• Phone: To use our automated system call 1-800-334-8969. At the greeting enter 1, then 430 and follow the instructions.
• Mail: Complete your return reporting any revenue collected and check the “Business Closed” box at the top of your tax return, enter the date closed, and mail to the address listed at the top of your return.
• Visit a local Department of Revenue field office.

          Note: Please refer to the Close my account page for more information.
 

File and pay your taxes online

Register for My DOR and you can file and pay your taxes online. You can even file a "No Business Activity" return. To register for My DOR you'll need your UBI number and Letter ID.

What you need to know before you fill out your return

• Check out our online description of tax classifications, deductions, and credits.
• Use the Annual Small Business Credit Table to help you determine your Small Business Tax Credit.
• Take a look at our helpful Tax Legislation resource page for more information.
   

If you need a different tax return than you received by mail

If you need a different business tax return than you received by mail, determine which annual tax return is right for you.
 

How to find local sales tax rates

Check out our Local Sales and Use Tax page for a list of current sales tax rates, as well as rate changes made throughout the year.
 

Are you a lodging business? Know what you need to file taxes

Take a look at our Lodging Information page for more information about tax rates. We also have a Lodging Industry Guide to help you understand the taxes that apply to lodging businesses.
 

If you misplaced the business tax return that was mailed to you

If you misplaced the tax return that was mailed, use one of the following options:

1. Determine which annual business tax return is right for you
2. Visit a local Department of Revenue field office
3. Call us at (800) 647-7706.
    

If you misplaced your return envelope, mail your return with payment to:

Washington State
Department of Revenue
PO Box 47464
Olympia, WA 98504-7464
 

If you still have questions

1. Send us an e-mail with your tax questions and requests.
2. Write to us for a binding tax ruling if you have a tax-related question specific to your business.
3. Visit a local Department of Revenue field office.
4. Call us at (800) 647-7706. Tax specialists are here to help.

 

Regular hours (for one-on-one help):

Monday  8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Tuesday  8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Wednesday  9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Thursday  8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Friday  8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Automated services: Available 24 hours a day

 

Tips:

To avoid long waits on the phone

1. Call early in the month, before January 15.

2. Have your Department of Revenue tax account ID/UBI number and tax return available.
   Your account ID/UBI number is a 9-digit number that is printed on the tax return, above the name and address label.

3. Have the tax return you received in the mail available to complete.
   A Combined Excise Tax Return, Retailing & Other Activities Return Business & Occupation Activities Tax Return or Sales Tax Remittance Return.

• Have your gross income figures available to complete the return.
  Gross income should not include sales tax collected.
• If you paid retail sales tax on the purchase of materials that you later resold:
  • Have the dollar amount available you paid for the materials, not including the tax.
  • Have the location code available for where you purchased the materials.

4. Stay on the line and be patient.
   We answer every call in the order received.

5. Use our automated services when you can, available 24 hours a day.
   Our automated phone services give you access to:

• Request forms or publications
• File a No Business Tax Return
• Update your business phone number, address, and fax information
• Additional helpful information