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.

Leasehold excise tax returns

As of 2023 the multi purpose return is no longer in use.

Leasehold Location Codes (pdf)

Annual Federal permit or lease


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Quarterly leasehold excise tax returns

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