Starting a business in Nebraska is an exciting venture, but it’s crucial to understand the legal requirements that come with it. A common area of confusion for many new business owners is understanding the need for a Sales Tax Permit in Nebraska, also known as a seller’s permit. This permit allows you to collect sales tax on taxable products and services from customers in Nebraska.
This blog will guide you through each step of applying for a sales tax permit, with clear instructions to help you and your business begin collecting sales tax effortlessly.
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Who Needs a Seller’s Permit in Nebraska?
A business must register for a sales tax permit in Nebraska if:- you meet physical or economic nexus within the state and
- you are selling taxable products or providing taxable services to customers in Nebraska
How to Register for a Seller’s Permit in Nebraska?
When applying for a Sales Tax Permit in Nebraska, you can use the online application process on the Nebraska Department of Revenue website to complete your sales tax registration.1. Where to Apply for a Seller’s Permit in Nebraska?
The first step to register for a sales tax permit online is to go to Centurion login page and in the “Create User Account” section, type in the email address you want to use for the registration process and then click “Register New Account.” You will then follow through the prompts that walk you through your registration process and provide the necessary information. The registration process will begin with creating your online user profile with the state of Nebraska. Under the “Tax Categories” section, you will select “Sales Tax” for the tax type you are applying for. In the Sales Tax section of the application, you will also be asked if you have more than one licensed location. If you are an out-of-state/remote seller, you will select “No” for this question. If you have more than one physical retail location within Nebraska, you will select “Yes.”2. What Information Do You Need to Get a Seller’s Permit in Nebraska?
To successfully acquire a seller’s permit in Nebraska, it’s important to prepare and provide specific information and documents. The following is a list of the necessary information and documents required to register a sales tax permit in Nebraska:- Business Identification Information: Legal Business Name, Physical Address, Mailing Address
- Business Entity Structure (i.e., Sole Proprietorship, Partnership, Subchapter S Corp., Corporation, LLC, etc.)
- Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN or FEIN)
- Name, Address, and SSN of Owners, Partners, or Officers
- Business Activity Details: Date & State of Incorporation, Start Date with the State of Nebraska (Nexus Start Date), Estimated Yearly Sales Tax Liability, Month of Fiscal Year End, Accounting Method (Cash vs. Accrual)
- A Signed Power of Attorney (Form 33) (if applicable)
- NAICS Code
3. How Much are the Fees for Applying for and Renewing a Seller’s Permit in Nebraska?
Registering for a sales tax permit in Nebraska is free, and you won’t need to provide payment details to acquire your permit. Nebraska sales tax permits do not need to be renewed and remain valid for as long as the business exists without any changes in ownership or structure.4. What are Other Ways to Register for a Seller’s Permit in Nebraska?
- Use TaxHero. Registering for a seller’s permit, mainly when it involves multiple permits, can be a tedious and time-consuming task requiring much effort. Let the experts at TaxHero save you from this hassle, and let us handle the registration process in all states where you have nexus as part of our all-inclusive sales tax service.
- Paper Application: You can fill out Nebraska Tax Application (Form 20), attach the necessary documents, and mail them to the address provided in the form.