Sales Tax Exemption Certificate Tips: How to Fill Out the SST & MTC Forms

[@denzelwashington1660]

Thank you so much for your video!!! For clarification can i put my EIN for the identification number right?

[@LedgerGurus]

Yes you can.

[@TheSoftTissueSpecialistMarlow]

Thank you. Your explanation is excellent, well time and perfect to understand and comprehend. Other videos seem confusing or have incomplete explanations.

[@LedgerGurus]

So glad you found it helpful!

[@hazelvazquez765]

Thank you SOOOOOOOOOOOOO MUCH!!!!!! You're amazing :') I was having a hard time filling out the exemption certificate and you made it so simple.

[@LedgerGurus]

So glad we could help!

[@jakubmatus3799]

thanks for the video how about for missouri whats the best direction the sst or mst?

[@LedgerGurus]

Missouri is not on the SST form, but it is on the MTC form.

[@周雷-n7g]

Thank you SOOOOOOOO Much! You're so great. And some supplier don't support SST and MST, So how could I get a Sales tax exemption for it?

[@LedgerGurus]

You may be able to get one directly from the state, but you may not, depending on the state. 10 states do not accept the SST or MTC forms and many of them don't accept out-of-state exemption forms at all. In that case, you'll have to either pay sales tax until you pass nexus, or register to collect sales tax so you can get an exemption form from that state.

[@plmfb]

@LedgerGurus why would one use the MTC over the SST? Incidentally, Printify shares the MTC (I didn't know about the SST prior.) Does one use the MTC because there are more states listed? Could one use the SST for all those states, then the MTC in addition for others not on the SST? Thank you so much for providing these resources. When starting, I had no idea I could submit a form for all these locations (totally new, no nexus but in CO where I'm based.) I submitted ONLY for CO not realizing this was even permitted!

[@LedgerGurus]

It's not really a matter of using one over the other. The SST is easier to fill out, but I'd suggest filling it out for everything you can and using the MTC for everything else.

[@plmfb]

@@LedgerGurusthank you so, so much. These resources are truly invaluable - we know they take time and effort. Please know how appreciated the efforts are!

[@LedgerGurus]

@@plmfb You're very welcome. :)

[@chetpizzullo8013]

Thank you so much for this and the many other videos. They have been a great help as we begin our journey. Got a question here though about when it truly needs to be filled out. We have physical nexus in MI, that's it, due to the finished goods in inventory. Our vendor there will manufacture parts, and assemble other parts from outside vendors, and ship the final product to continental U.S. They have their own nexus in 24 states. Do we need to fill out the exemption due to their 24-state nexus? Or do we just fill out the resale exemption based on our nexus, Michigan? (we know we must collect sales tax on the final product for MI, but should have sales tax exemption for all the components they are molding for us).

[@LedgerGurus]

You only need to fill out the resale exemption based on your OWN nexus.

[@chetpizzullo8013]

@@LedgerGurus , thanks! That's what I figured too, but you never know with these crazy state laws. Again, thanks so much for everything.

[@LedgerGurus]

@@chetpizzullo8013 You're welcome

[@DarakshaKhan-i9i]

Thank you for the Great Information. 1. Please clarify last line of the below paragraph (In the brackets) as I am concerned. "If you plan on using a resale certificate in multiple states and want to avoid completing the individual state forms, you can instead fill out a Streamlined Sales Tax (SST) Exemption Certificate or your Multi-state Sales Tax (MTC) Exemption Certificate. (Be warned that registering for either SST or the MTC could mean you will be liable for collecting sales tax in multiple states.)" 2. Do i just fill PDF of Streamlined Tax Form, or I have to login and fill the registration on their portal? Thanks

[@LedgerGurus]

Getting an exemption certificate doesn't mean you don't collect sales tax. It makes it so you don't get charged sales tax. If you have nexus in a state, you still need to register and collect sales tax there. You can fill in the PDF and send it to your suppliers.

[@TNguyen-vi8rx]

Hi thank you very much. This is very informative. I have quick questions though. My company is located in Oregon (which is a tax free state) and operating in dropshipping. When I tried to apply for Walmart exemption for all 46 states, they ask for sale tax license number in each of those 46 states. So my question is what should I fill in for the sale tax license number? As an Oregon resident, we do not have sale tax ID or sale tax license. I appreciate your help! Thank you!

[@LedgerGurus]

This video has lots of suggestions for the numbers you can use: kzbin.info/www/bejne/f6WQh6GLnpira5o

[@tiffanyhoang9751]

Thank you for your videos!!! I have been watching them and they are so informational!!! Question: Section 3 for the Seller information & address. If we have more than one vendor (seller) we are buying from, do we need to fill out multiple SST forms? and same question for MTC - do we need to fill out multiple MTC forms for each vendor/supplier? thank you!

[@LedgerGurus]

You don't need to worry about that with the MTC form. Use the vendor name that you're sending the form to on the SST form.

[@fedferrero347]

Hello, thank you very much for your video. Very informative! I would like to understand the following. We are an online interior design company, located outside of the United States, and we have an LLC registered in Delaware. All furniture suppliers (retailers or wholesalers) request a resale certificate/tax exemption form from us. We have agreements with more than 200 of them. From what I saw in your video, to fill out the SST, we need to do it per supplier. Does this mean we should fill out a separate SST for each of the 200 suppliers we have? Thank you!

[@LedgerGurus]

Yes

[@fedferrero347]

Hi, thank you for your quick response! In some of your answers below, I read that you mentioned that if a foreigner with an LLC doesn't have a nexus or doesn't invoice a certain annual amount in certain states, they don't need to pay taxes. But if I have to charge the tax to the customer, how do I return that tax to the state if I don't have to pay taxes? Thank you very much.@@LedgerGurus

[@LedgerGurus]

@@fedferrero347 If you are providing a certificate to your suppliers you'll only need the certificate for the state you are registered in (Delaware). But Delaware doesn't have sales tax, so there's probably not a sales tax exemption certificate. If your suppliers are trying to charge you tax, then that's wrong because Delaware doesn't have tax. You could just write up a letter saying that you are going to resale the supplies and should be exempt under normal sales tax law and give that to your suppliers to cover yourself. You only need to register and collect tax if you nexus in the state. For example, you could have only one customer in CA and the sales are less than the financial threshold, so you wouldn't need to register and collect tax. Your customer in CA would need to report and remit USE tax on their own sales tax state return though. Hopefully this makes sense. If you have further questions, I suggest scheduling a sales tax consultation with one of our experts - calendly.com/ledgergurus-sales-tax/

[@fedferrero347]

Thank you!!!@@LedgerGurus

[@Rosana-ok7pt]

Hello. Thank you for this video. It helps a lot!! I just have a question: if I have Nexus with the state do I still have to register in that state and use the home state ID to fill out in the form?

[@LedgerGurus]

Yes. The SST and MTC forms are only meant to be used for states you don't already have nexus in. Once you do, you need to register and start collecting. And for the numbers you can use to fill out the form, watch this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/f6WQh6GLnpira5o

[@LillianeBee]

Thank you so much, this is very helpful! I live and do business online in Oregon(no sales tax) Do I check all 24 states in the multi-state supplemental? (sales are not reaching the economic nexus in any state.)

[@LedgerGurus]

No, you don't have to do that until you reach economic nexus, and then only for the states you have nexus in.

[@Martina-nb1bd]

Hello, I do have another question :) I just checked out your checklist for international sellers and you recommend the Mercury bank. This is also for a US Mailing address and not only a bank account? And when I do have that US Mailing address then I am able to fill out the STC Form that requires a US address / state, right? Thank you again :) really appreciate all your help on this horrible topic (taxes) 😄

[@LedgerGurus]

Here's an article about the address situation - www.llcuniversity.com/foreigners/open-us-bank-account-llc-non-resident/#:~:text=US%20residents%3A%20Mercury-,Non%2DUS%20residents%20can%20apply%20for%20an%20LLC%20bank%20account,bank%20account%20with%20Mercury%20online.. Once you have an address, you'll be able to fill out the SST form (I'm going to guess you meant that instead of STC, which is somethign different).

[@GalynaBernatskaFedoryshyn]

Hi Ledger Gurus! Thank you for the great content) I have 2 questions. 1) Suppose such a situation: our domestic state (headquarters) is FL. We agreed on the delivery location of the goods to our warehouse in the state of NY. The supplier asked this certificate from us. So, should we provide the certificate in NY (ST-121)? 2) And in general, would it be correct to remember that the certificate is needed in the state where the transfer of ownership rights to the goods takes place?

[@LedgerGurus]

You've asked several complicated questions here between all the comments on the videos. Probably the best way to make sure you're getting them all answered accurately is to schedule a sales tax consultation with one of our sales tax experts - calendly.com/ledgergurus-sales-tax/

[@gabeabramovich8096]

Great video! Quick question: as a Canadian company, selling in US, working with US suppliers -> do I need to obtain a Sales Tax Exemption form to show suppliers or would proof that the company is Canadian suffice to not be charged sales tax by the supplier? I have an EIN already.

[@LedgerGurus]

Each state has slightly different rules as to what they will accept, but in general, providing an exemption form is the safest way to go about it.

[@gabeabramovich8096]

@@LedgerGurus thank you for the response! Do you know if a Canadian company can fill this form out with a Canadian address then? Or is it best to use a U.S. mailbox address if we have one?

[@kf4769]

Thank you SO much for the video!! To clarify, do we need to register with the Streamlined Sales Tax Governing Board to use the certificate, or can we just fill it out and send it to our suppliers? Also, if using it for multiple states, do we fill it out each state line individually?

[@LedgerGurus]

You do not need to register with that board to use the certificate. Here are the instructions for how to fill it out - www.streamlinedsalestax.org/docs/default-source/forms/exemption-certificate-instructions.pdf?sfvrsn=13e687cf_5

[@Night_Tim]

These videos are super informative. Thank you for putting all the work in. Unfortunately, the more I research this topic, the more it seems like the work you have to put in to do something as simple as sell a few tshirts online isn't worth it. The tax code has boxed small creators out of the market place.

[@samsamm217]

I know right. I never realized there was so much you had to do to simply run a clothing brand until doing all the research. I still think it's definitely worth it though. Nothing successful should come easy. Stay strong

[@LedgerGurus]

It is complicated, but it's also worth it if you can make your business idea successful. Don't let taxes stop you from following a good idea.

[@tobabasplays2047]

Hello, Thank you so much for the content! I'm a foreign business owner with a Wyoming LLC. I am registered to collect sales tax in Illinois as I have surpassed the economic nexus there. I am confused about two things: - Should I be registered to collect sales tax in Wyoming as it is the state where I formed my company (I do not have any physical presence there) - What should put into "Purchaser’s tax ID number, State of Issue, ...", should I just use the FEIN on section D instead and leave section C blank?

[@LedgerGurus]

Yes you should register and collect sales tax in Wyoming because you are already registered with SOS. Which form are you trying to use?

[@hadleywinslow2255]

Very helpful! Question on the SST form section 5 It says resale #. I have a FL resale certificate. Should i use that number or my EIN number?

[@LedgerGurus]

If you are based in FL, use your resale #. If you are not based in FL, you should use your EIN.

[@PragnaMakadia-q1y]

Thank you so much, this information about how to fill these forms is going to be of great help. However I still have a clarification to make. I have a registered business in Canada, and currently I am doing FBA via Amazon in the US. But now I want to start drop shipping in the US & I don't have any registered business there currently. Will I still be able to fill out these forms and hand them out to various seller's across the US? Also how should I go about filling out the column of 'Identification number on page 2 of the SST form.

[@LedgerGurus]

For specific questions like this, I encourage you to schedule a sales tax consultation with one of our experts. They can answer all your questions, as well as show you exactly how to fill out any forms you need. You can schedule that here: calendly.com/ledgergurus-sales-tax/?

[@LedgerGurus]

Thanks for watching! Let us know if you have any questions by commenting below. Need more help with your sales tax? Contact us here - ledgergurus.com/services/sales-tax/ OR download our complete guide to sales tax compliance - ledgergurus.com/portfolio/10-steps-to-ensure-sales-tax-doesnt-burn-down-your-ecommerce-business/

[@bgoody7580]

Thanks for making this video. Do we need to fill out both forms or is the SST good enough? Also, Do I need to put my EIN# on each line on SST across from States?

[@LedgerGurus]

The SST and MTC covers different states but I would start with the SST form. And yes!

[@bgoody7580]

@@LedgerGurus Thanks again for all your great videos and timely responses

[@LedgerGurus]

@@bgoody7580 of course!

[@McMillionMedia]

I am in CA. Am I allowed to use my CA seller's permit # for all of the states in the SST? Does the state you're located/registered in, have to be one of the states in the list found in the SST? Thank you for any help!

[@LedgerGurus]

Here are the instructions for that form: www.streamlinedsalestax.org/docs/default-source/forms/exemption-certificate-instructions.pdf?sfvrsn=13e687cf_5. If you look under #3, you'll see the types of identification numbers you can use on the form.

[@McMillionMedia]

@@LedgerGurus Thank you so much, I appreciate your help!

[@damiandubiak]

Hello, very helpful video. I am a non-US citizen with LLC registered in Wyoming (WY is just a state of registration with a virtual office address, no other connections like physical presence, etc.). I will need a resale certificate to cooperate with suppliers and resell their products using an online store. From what I know, I will need a sales tax number for that. (from what I see in your video this ID might not be necessary but I’m afraid that some sellers might not accept a resale certificate without it.) 1. Do I need to get a sales tax permit from Wyoming (where it costs $60) or can I get the number from another state f.e. South Dakota where it is free? 2. For the MTC form, do I need to have a Sales Tax ID from one of the states from their list (WY is not there, bus SD is) or I can also use a Sales Tax ID from a state like WY, even if it is not on the list.

[@LedgerGurus]

First of all, you only need to get a sales tax permit in a state AFTER you have nexus there. That means that unless you have a physical presence or have passed the economic nexus threshold in South Dakota, you don't need to register there which means you can't use a sales tax permit number from there on your form. I would suggest you watch this video about nexus: kzbin.info/www/bejne/e4Wtc2lqaNZ7i5Y and download this PDF: ledgergurus.com/portfolio/10-steps-to-ensure-sales-tax-doesnt-burn-down-your-ecommerce-business/ to learn more about nexus and sales tax in general.

[@damiandubiak]

@@LedgerGurus So do you suggest that I should not register also in Wyoming, but instead use f.e. EIN in the SST form in exemption certificate? Sorry, I am confused by all of this. I only need to do whatever my suppliers require, in terms of sending them resale certificates. I watched the recommended video.URL to download the link (from email) doesn't work.

[@LedgerGurus]

@@damiandubiak I think this question is detailed enough that you really need to talk to our sales tax experts. You can schedule a consultation with them here - calendly.com/ledgergurus-sales-tax/

[@sector7Gemployee]

Thank you! This video is very helpful. Two questions; 1) Since I am working with a Marketplace Facilitator and don't collect any sales tax myself what should be entered in the "State Registration, Seller’s Permit, or ID Number of Purchase" section? My business is located in Ohio. 2) If I purchase goods from a vendor in California I only need to make an entry for OH with my state's information, is that correct? Thanks again!

[@LedgerGurus]

1. Use your OH sales tax ID number. 2. Use the SST form and use your OH number.

[@sector7Gemployee]

What is the tax ID number? Does the come from a Vendor's license?

[@LedgerGurus]

@@sector7Gemployee You have to register to get an OH sales tax permit and then you'll use that number as the tax ID number.

[@Hookie2424]

Thank you so much for this great video. Quick question - I have an LLC with nexus in WY and have used my WY sales tax permit to complete the SST form. Can I use my sellers permit number from WY on the MTC form? Or as WY isn't a part of the MTC, would I need to get a sales tax permit in one of the MTC states?

[@LedgerGurus]

You shouldn't need an MTC form since you've filled out the SST form. I'm not sure I fully understand your question, if that doesn't answer it.

[@Hookie2424]

@@LedgerGurus Apologies for not explaining myself well. I have a Wyoming sales tax permit, which I have used to fill out and be covered for the SST states. But there are states that aren't in the SST, but are in the MTC. Therefore I would want to fill out the MTC to get covered in the states that don't crossover with the SST. To fill out the MTC form, can is use my Wyoming sales tax permit number, or do I have to get a sales tax permit in a MTC state to do so? (As Wyoming isn't an MTC state). Thanks in advance.

[@LedgerGurus]

@@Hookie2424The real question is where you do and do not have economic nexus. If you don't have nexus in a state, you're not ready to register and you can't get a resale certificate for that state yet. The point of a resale certificate is that you are saying you don't need be charged sales tax because you will be charging your customer sales tax, which you will then remit to the state. However, if your supplier isn't happy with that, you can always provide your WY registration information.

[@bhagyalaxmisirupuram9046]

is it just to fill online and that's it? we don't pay anything to get it from the state, like we pay for getting the ein at the time of registration of business?

[@LedgerGurus]

Yes, they are free to use.

[@justindonaldson6035]

Do you have an updated list for the MTC that accepts as a reseller certificate?

[@LedgerGurus]

The list hasn't changed since this video was made.

[@justindonaldson6035]

@@LedgerGurus do you have a list on the multijurisdictional form that are similar to SST that allow home resale cert number for use in their state? I looked over the footnotes but want to be certain.

[@LedgerGurus]

@@justindonaldson6035 Here's the list from their website: www.mtc.gov/the-commission/member-states/. Hopefully this answers your question.

[@khldalsaeed]

Thank you very much for this clear and simple procedure. I have a question tho, my supplier who is in NY is currently asking for a resale certificate and I am a non us LLC owner in Wyoming. In this case the two forms don't include NY. Should I just type google for NY resale certificate and fill in the form? Thanks in advance. New Subscriber ;)

[@LedgerGurus]

If you don't have nexus in NY, you're not ready to register and you can't get a resale certificate. If the supplier isn't happy with that, you can always provide your WY registration information.

[@khldalsaeed]

@@LedgerGurus Appreciate it! Thanks

[@swathisingh859]

Thanks for the info! What if I am a drop shipper in Georgia. Do I need a California resale certificate? I have not reached nexus in California yet.

[@LedgerGurus]

If you haven't reached nexus in CA yet, you don't need a resale certificate yet. A resale certificate basically means that you are agreeing to charge sales tax from your customers. You can't do that yet because you aren't registered for a sales tax permit in CA yet. You'll just have to keep getting charged sales tax by your supplier for now.

[@swathisingh859]

@@LedgerGurus thank you! What if I register to get a sales tax permit in California and use that to get resale certificate? Can I file $0 return in that case till I reach economic nexus?

[@LedgerGurus]

@@swathisingh859No. If you register for a permit, you have to collect sales tax on any orders going into California. $0 returns only work if a marketplace like Amazon or Etsy is paying the sales tax for you.

[@swathisingh859]

@@LedgerGurus thank you!

[@LedgerGurus]

@@swathisingh859you're welcome

[@anointedFIREvessel]

Thank you for the video. Can you advise for Massachusetts? For e-commerce. And do I need to fill out this form as well?

[@LedgerGurus]

Thank you for being here! Here's the form you'll need to fill out: www.mass.gov/doc/form-st-4-sales-tax-resale-certificate

[@carolynhavens5932]

@@LedgerGurus Hi! Thank you for your super helpful and transparent videos. Seriously! :) Q... real quick. So because, MASS is not on the STC form or MTC form, we will need to fill out the ST-4 you provided above (thank you) With that said, do we have to register? (we are ecomm with a CA resale cert and do not have nexus in MASS) thank you (in advance!)

[@LedgerGurus]

@@carolynhavens5932 hi unfortunately you’ll need to register in MA to get an account ID for the resale certificate. I do think you can contact the state (MA) and see if they can put your business on a non-reporting basis since you are only registering for the resale certificate, this way you won’t need to report.

[@RalphHarrisComedy]

Great Information - I want to be sure that I am clear in understanding. Is it ok to send both of these forms to (for example) Printful or Amazon, with the states that are missing on the SST form, to be completed on the MTC form?

[@LedgerGurus]

MTC is not complimentary to SST, it’s another quasi-governmental organization that has their own purposes and agenda. I would fill out SST first, then use the MST form for the states that are not on SST, but be sure to read the footnotes. Then, there might be about 10 states that aren't on either form that you’ll need to register in to get a resale certificate.

[@MrMianfsd]

@@LedgerGurus hi please advise about Virginia.

[@KonstanzeLeopold]

Thank you so much for this valuable video!!! Just to get sure: I am a german seller with a german company (with VAT number, but no EIN), selling in the US: For the SST Form (where it enumerates the states in the table), under "identification number" I put my VAT number, is that right? And under 3.C. (Purchasers Tax ID) do I put in again my VAT number or do I leave that field blank and only choose the country (Germany)? Thank you very much in advance!!

[@LedgerGurus]

We can give you more individualized help through a consulting call. You can schedule one here: ledgergurus.com/ecommerce-accounting-services/sales-tax/

[@KonstanzeLeopold]

@@LedgerGurus Thank you very much! Will do so :)

[@MamaNitra]

Can you make a video on how to fill out an STEC U/B Exemption certificates?

[@LedgerGurus]

We can add that to our content list, but we're not likely to get to it for a while. Each form has a list of instructions after it that often explain the form line by line. I suggest you start there.

[@matthewwilkinson237]

Just a few questions, so when filling out the MST form, do I need to fill in the states that I previously filled out on the SST form? Or do I leave those spaces blank?

[@LedgerGurus]

You can leave those blank.

[@pdoug7012]

I am a vendor in Colorado, my customer is located in Arizona and New Mexico as identified on their uniform sales and use tax exemption/resale certificate. Can you confirm I can accept this when making the sale in Colorado? Colorado indicates the burden of proof is on the retailer. Thank you!

[@LedgerGurus]

All of those states - Arizona, Colorado, and New Mexico are listed as MTC form states, so you can probably accept it. If you're still not sure, check with Colorado's Department of Revenue.

[@torysprague3098]

Hello, I dont see California on the list . How should i go about that ? Please and thank you

[@LedgerGurus]

You will need to register with CDTFA to get a resale certificate in California.

[@user-uj4si3cd5o]

Thank you❤ the one video that made this problem seem solvable!

[@LedgerGurus]

Yes definitely! Feel free to reach out if you have more questions.

[@MrMrcharliebrown]

Thank you so much for this video. It is a big help.

[@LedgerGurus]

So glad to hear!

[@clicksdigitalads]

Hi, Thanks for your videos ! I have 2 questions: 1) On the section 3. A Name of Purchaser: do i fill in the name of the LLC or my personal name (as Owner of the LLC) ? 2) at bottom Signature of authorized purchaser, i guess that would be my personal name correct, so as Title I should put 'Owner'? ...Thanks for your guidance!

[@LedgerGurus]

1. Yes, use the name of your LLC. 2. Yes, sign your name and put Owner as your title. You've got this!

[@louisbk2487]

you can use your EIN # for an MTC form? Thanks for your time

[@LedgerGurus]

You can use your EIN for the SST form. MTC is more strict and we recommend you reading the footnote for each state carefully.

[@AndreTudor]

Hi, in the STATES part of the certificate, have to be all filled? or just the state where the supplier is from? (as an online retailer who sells in continental us)

[@LedgerGurus]

Just where your supplier is.

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[@LedgerGurus]

Yay! Glad to help. :)

[@primesunshinellc]

Question, after filling the SST form, what is the next step? Where do we need to submit this form? or do we need to fill up this form and than provide it to the wholesale supplier? Looking forward to hear from you.

[@LedgerGurus]

You'll send it to the supplier that's asking you for it.

[@primesunshinellc]

@@LedgerGurus In the SST form, do I need to put CA EIN number in 3 C. Purchaser's tax ID number?

[@primesunshinellc]

Also do I need to put same CA EIN in Section 5 G . Resale ?

[@LedgerGurus]

@@primesunshinellcYes on both questions.

[@primesunshinellc]

@@LedgerGurus thank you, much appreciated.

[@MeganLuszczynski-cc3bz]

I really need some help with the SST form and my questions were not answered by the video. I have not been able to get help with this form anywhere.

[@LedgerGurus]

Probably the best thing to do then is to schedule a sales tax consultation with one of our sales tax experts. They'll be able to answer all your questions - calendly.com/ledgergurus-sales-tax/

[@daniyalnaeem5884]

Your videos is really helpfull. Thank you. I have a question. While filling MTC form we can check all the states on form if we have 1 home state id. Right? Those 10 to 11 states are not on this form. Right?

[@LedgerGurus]

I would read the footnote for each state just to make sure. The MTC form is not as flexible as the SST form.

[@paull6391]

Hey. Thank you so much for this video. If I’m a non us llc owner I the USA (looking to register in Delaware). When I apply for resale certificate, It generally asks for a social security number. Is there workarounds for non us citizens when asked for ssn? Thank you for these videos, you are genuinely a life saver and super helpful to us.

[@LedgerGurus]

Start with these videos. They'll help you with the steps you need to take: Do Foreign Companies Have to Deal with US Sales Tax? - kzbin.info/www/bejne/bmathn-ejcSUiNk A Step-by-Step Guide to Get an FEIN for International Businesses - kzbin.info/www/bejne/oXvMZ42oZdN7h68

[@Americanmadeflags]

What are the 10 states that are not on the SST form?

[@LedgerGurus]

You can see which states are on the form here and then extrapolate from there - www.streamlinedsalestax.org/Shared-Pages/exemptions

[@Intriah]

Hi There! Any info you could provide on how to go about registering in PA? Thank You

[@LedgerGurus]

We don't have a video specific for PA, but here's a general registration video that shows FL. The principles are the same. kzbin.info/www/bejne/qJXHkGqmr5KqbLc&pp=gAQBiAQB. Here's another one for MA - kzbin.info/www/bejne/jnWalWttg6-djJI&pp=gAQBiAQB. Again, not specific, but you should be able to follow it.

[@rachelr5244]

Thank you for sharing this info here. It helps.

[@LedgerGurus]

No problem at all!

[@MrMianfsd]

Plz advise about Virginia...

[@LedgerGurus]

Virginia is one of the states that you have to use Virginia’s form www.tax.virginia.gov/sites/default/files/taxforms/exemption-certificates/any/st-10-any.pdf

[@haryanvijaat1604]

Thank you very much ma'am. Can a canadian citizen appy for SST and MTC?

[@LedgerGurus]

Yes. We just did another video on this, and we specifically talk about what ID international sellers can use. kzbin.info/www/bejne/f6WQh6GLnpira5o

[@LeonardoGonzalez-p9c]

i just closed a deal with a supplier and he is asking me for the state tax form/exemption certificate. is it the SST or the MTC form?

[@LedgerGurus]

Depends on the state. Some overlap, but others are specific to the form. Also, 10 states don't accept out-of-state resale certificates at all. Links to the forms are in the description of this video.

[@aManWhoNeverGivesUp]

My ecommerce business is registered in Michigan, but my suppliers are charging me sales tax in every state. So I can use this form to become tax exempt until I reach economic nexus?

[@LedgerGurus]

No, you're responsible for paying sales tax until you reach nexus in a state and can then register to collect and remit it yourself. The only reasons you wouldn't pay sales tax are 1) the products themselves are tax exempt (determined by state), 2) you are a tax exempt entity (government, church, school, etc.), or 3) you've already got nexus in a state and are responsible for collecting and remitting there.

[@Brideofchef]

I formed an LLC company in Delaware. We filled the SST form by watching your video, we wrote FEIN number as you mentioned, since we are not American citizens. Also my tax Nexus hasn't started yet. We work with Printify. We sent them this form and they never accepted it. For this form to be valid, they need a sales taX ID number. In other words, as you mentioned, this form is not valid by filling out only with FEIN. I had to apply for a sales permit and sales tax ID number for each state. That's what they told me. Now who is wrong here? Is there something we misunderstood? Or is your video misiforming? Or are they wrong?

[@LedgerGurus]

There is no reason for them to not accept the SST exemption certificate with your EIN. It’s in the instructions that an EIN is acceptable. I would bring this point to them and see what they say.

[@brunoazevedo1322]

@@LedgerGurus Same problem here with PrintFull, They asking for a Seller permit ID, i just can not send to the the SST or MTC form, its any one here able to do this whit printful?

[@LedgerGurus]

@@brunoazevedo1322 We are publishing a video on this very thing this Wednesday. It's about using resale certificates with dropshippers.

[@mehruanand8778]

Hi! i filled the MTC and SST form, submitted to printify. I just filled form for CA and registered, definitely don't want to pay for CA tax from my pocket as I am not charging customers. In the form i selected 0 sales and do not meet economic nexus for CA. Would I still have to file with them every year even if I have 0 sales tax to show? I am registered in NY. Would love help on this to ensure I am on the right track

[@LedgerGurus]

I definitely suggest you schedule a consultation with one of our sales tax experts for this one: calendly.com/ledgergurus-sales-tax/?

[@mehruanand8778]

@@LedgerGurus thank you

[@properandlovely]

So do you just put the same ID number in every state box?

[@LedgerGurus]

You can use your home state number on the SST for the other states but if you are registered in other states on the form, I recommend using the number for that state on those lines. For the MTC, you need to follow the guidelines for each state on the form. It will tell you what you need to do in each of the states.

[@shannoncofield-j3o]

I have 2 questions. I am in Georgia. For my resale certificate. Is this the ST-5 form? Or is there an actual certificate that I will have from the state that I do not have to fill out every time when applying to a company for tax exemption? Second question, for the multi state for, what number am I providing on the Form? MY EIN number? Thank you

[@LedgerGurus]

Yes, you will use the ST-5 form, and you do need to fill it out every time you want your seller to not charge you sales tax. Companies need to retain those sales tax exemption forms for possible audits. For the multi state form, you will provide your account number for the state you are filling in. (i.e. CO account number on the CO line, MO account number on the MO line).

[@stevelove4198]

Hi LedgerGurus. What if a person is classified as Tribal and only needs this for personal purchases and not for resale purposes? No EIN, FEIN only an Tax Exempt number from their Tribe. Can one with the Tribal classification use this form in the states of Illinois and Mississippi? Thank you.

[@LedgerGurus]

I believe if you have a tribal classification you can simply send that to the business you are buying products from and they shouldn’t charge you sales tax.

[@Freddiejohnson239]

How do you become tribal and get a sales tax exemption

[@LedgerGurus]

@@Freddiejohnson239 you will need to live in a tribal area.

[@KonstanzeLeopold]

Sorry for asking another question 🙈! Just wanted to fill out the SST Form, but when you have to enter your business address you can only choose US states from the drop down menu. But my business is based in Germany. What should I do in this case? Thank you so much in advance for your help! Video itself is great and so valuable :)!!

[@LedgerGurus]

Probably the best place to start to make sure you're set up properly to do business in the US is with our International Sellers' Checklist - ledgergurus.com/portfolio/international-sellers-checklist/. It talks about how to get a US address.

[@damariocollier9189]

that's where i'm at the last 9 states for walmart can't seem to get it.

[@LedgerGurus]

The last nine states you’ll need to register with them to get a resale certificate.

[@epardot]

Hi , what are those 10-11 states that required to apply for the resale certificate?

[@LedgerGurus]

You can find a list here: thetaxvalet.com/blog/which-states-dont-accept-out-of-state-resale-certificates

[@Martina-nb1bd]

Hello, I am confused: If this is for international sellers why do I have to chose in the drop down menue of the state a US state? So I do need to be registered in the US? Otherwise it does not make sense. Or do I miss something? Thank you so much for your help.

[@LedgerGurus]

The SST and MTC forms are not meant for international sellers, though they can use them. We do have a video for international sellers and what to do to be able to get registered - kzbin.info/www/bejne/oXvMZ42oZdN7h68&pp=gAQBiAQB

[@JPsalm32]

quality content! this is the kind of info that will save a lot when purchasing for resale.

[@LedgerGurus]

We are so glad we could help you. Thanks for the feedback!

[@justinconway1]

Very helpful - thanks!

[@ezrabirchall8241]

Im confused about the MTC form. You showed the different numbers that can be used with the SST Form (FEIN Number, Drivers License, State tax ID number, ECT...) can all those same numbers be used with the MTC form? If not what do I use?

[@LedgerGurus]

Good question! The MTC form is not as flexible but you can still use your home state’s ID number, I would just read the footnotes for each state to make sure that’s the case. For example, CA wouldn’t let you use your home state even though it’s on the form.

[@jaelys23]

Donde puedo buscar el SST para llenarlo?

[@LedgerGurus]

It is linked in the description below this video.

[@PiyushJha-ne9ne]

Thank you so much for this informative video!!

[@LedgerGurus]

You are so welcome!

[@mansoorhairan]

we should fill sst ....form for each of wholesaler ? or this form just for one time we fill . thank you I wait for your answer!😍

[@LedgerGurus]

I think you might mean Exemption Certificates. Anyone you are not collecting sales tax from in states where you are registered should have an exemption certificate. For example, If you have a customer in Florida but you are not registered and remitting sales tax in Florida then you would not need to collect an exemption certificate. But, if you are registered and remitting sales tax in Colorado and selling products to a customer in Colorado without withholding sales tax then you would want an exemption certificate. If you would like to learn more about this we can jump on a consulting call with you. You can schedule a call at ledgergurus.com/ecommerce-accounting-services/sales-tax/

[@LVM911]

Hi, I am a Foreigner, I registered a company in the state of Wyoming, how do I correctly fill in all the fields for the states (on sheet №1 and №2 of the SST form?) And the second question, did I understand correctly that I should not register this certificate (created by me) anywhere and get numbers for it? P.S. I need this certificate for wholesale on Amazon. I will be glad to any recommendations or an example of how to fill it incorrectly. Thank you.

[@LedgerGurus]

Hi! You can use your foreign passport number on the SST form.

[@CesarHernandez-hq2pp]

Hi, i use a freight forwarder to export the purchases outside us, can i get a certificate of exemption if i am not living in us?

[@LedgerGurus]

Yes

[@jamespecoraro9871]

Thank you for the video. Im in need of a little guidance. I live in NY state and I wanted to get a reseller certificate to purchase items from MC Graw Hill in Ohio. Which form would I send them? NY state has a st120 form, but I believe its for when both parties reside in NY. I'm just an individual, do not have dba, or LLC. I do have an win, but do I need something else to put on form Thank You

[@LedgerGurus]

You will need to send a form that OH accepts. I would use the SST form and use your EIN on the form.

[@taxcerts]

James, you have the right form. The only way that you're going to qualify as a "reseller" is if you are going to collect and remit the sales tax when you sell the items. If you're in the business of selling (as a sole proprietor), then you can try to use the form. NY is not an SST/MTC state, so you'll have to use the ST120. As for McGraw Hill... if they are withholding NY tax, then they have Nexus with the state and would qualify as a NY company for the form...it can be confusing.

[@napoleoncache-jx3ti]

We are located in VA but my vendor sends to us the MTC form, Can we just fill and send the ST-10 form and ignore the MTC form ? or we need to fill it too? thanks in advance

[@LedgerGurus]

The ST-10 form is only for the state of VA. The MTC form can be used for multiple states.

[@millionaireoasis767]

so if you are dropshipping, you would need to be able to fill out both forms ? But If my business is registered in WY, i can only use the SST form ? How do I deal with suppliers asking me to fill out MTC ?

[@LedgerGurus]

Your supplier should accept both forms. Are they saying they don’t accept the SST form?

[@farahherrera2537]

We are a charitable organization based. . I'm working on setting up an Amazon Business account so that we can order our office supplies to qualify for tax-free purchases. Is this the right form to fill-out and just send to Amazon?I'm praying you can help me with this. Thank you! God bless!

[@LedgerGurus]

If your organization is tax exempt, you can just provide your 501(c)3 status to them and you should be good to go!

[@farahherrera2537]

@@LedgerGurus Thank you! God bless

[@cindybee9270]

Thank you this is very helpful!

[@LedgerGurus]

So glad!

[@anthony6380131]

Its not allowing me to put anything in the signature box and also what will i put in the spot that says title?

[@LedgerGurus]

Can you open it with Adobe? Or print it out and sign? For title, just your title, CEO or owner etc.

[@lindatoews5265]

Thank you so much, I couldn’t have done it without you!👍🏻🙏

[@LedgerGurus]

Yay! I'm so glad we could help!

[@korigami123]

Hello, can you send this to a seller overseas and they will not charge you tax?

[@LedgerGurus]

This only works for US sales tax, but if your supplier sells into the US and has nexus in states here, then yes, it should work.

[@marvinaguado8089]

Do government travelers use this form for hotel stays?

[@LedgerGurus]

If there’s a hotel and occupancy tax, yes this can be applicable.

[@熊弘农]

My limited liability company is registered in Delaware, what should I do? Thank you.

[@LedgerGurus]

We did a video on this: kzbin.info/www/bejne/f6WQh6GLnpira5o

[@nomaniqbal8195]

i have a Question please give me answer. I have A Florida state LLC and i want to purchase products from Taxes distributor which required MTC From how i fill it. I also have resale certificate of FL State.where i put my Resale certificate No.? In front of Fl or Taxes.

[@LedgerGurus]

I'm going to guess you mean Texas, not Taxes. Your resale certificate number is for Florida, so you need to put it in front of Florida. For other questions about how to fill it out, make sure to read the instruction section because it gives details for every state on the form.

[@nomaniqbal8195]

@@LedgerGurus thank you sooo much for kind reply Mam. your answer and lecture video is very helpful for me. thanx again.

[@LedgerGurus]

@@nomaniqbal8195 We're happy to help!

[@sheharyar8802]

what about non us residents? can they use their EIN in place of state ID-seller's permit

[@LedgerGurus]

For the SST form, yes!

[@uscompanyformation]

Hello, I am from India and i registerd my llc in wyoming using registered agents and their address. now in order to use sst form and mtc form, do i need to apply for sales tax permit id by paying 60$ in wyoming or can i directly fill the forms and give it to my suppliers? do i need to fill both the forms since i am going to sell all over the US? kindly let me know, thanks in advance.

[@LedgerGurus]

This video will explain what numbers you need to fill out those forms: kzbin.info/www/bejne/f6WQh6GLnpira5o. You only need those forms for states where your suppliers have nexus and are trying to charge you sales tax.

[@primesunshinellc]

I've a LLC based in California. Can I use SST or MTC certificate?

[@LedgerGurus]

No, CA is one of the 10 states that doesn't accept the SST or MTC forms. Though you can use it with other states, just not CA.

[@primesunshinellc]

My supplier is in NJ, so i can just provide this form to the suppliers.

[@KGALLDAY]

After years of smooth sailing, now all of the sudden My Alibaba suppliers are asking me to do the alibaba tax exempt form so that I wont be charged the tax. I have spent some time now trying to figure out what to put on alibaba “enter registration #” line, should I just put my llc tax id?! Or does Arizona need me to get some sort of # to purchase from alibaba now?? Please help me.

[@LedgerGurus]

You can use the MTC form or form 5000A from Arizona.

[@Fish-de7pm]

you might need a tpt # from AZ, do you still need help?

[@nickechevarria5706]

If My LLC was set up in Wyoming but operating out of NJ which state do i purchase my resell permit for ?

[@LedgerGurus]

Wyoming!

[@romulodejesus6401]

What the difference between MTC and STT form? Which one my company has to apply?

[@LedgerGurus]

They have different states on them. We can't tell you which one your company has to use. You need to look at them and see which states apply to your situation.

[@chewyisfamoushaha]

so we just fill out this form and we dont need a resale permit from these states ?

[@LedgerGurus]

Yes, correct.

[@themoredockfamily4865]

How long does it take to get a multijurisdictional reseller certificate

[@LedgerGurus]

To fill it out? If you have all the info, should be pretty quick!

[@annakudria231]

Hi! I'm Amazon seller. I'm based in Florida and have Tax certificate issued in Florida. My supplier is based in Ohio. Questions: 1) Should I put tax certificate number only in front of Florida state? 2) As an Amazon seller should I obtain resale certificates in other states?

[@LedgerGurus]

1) Yes, just in front of Florida. 2) No. You should only be providing resale certificates where you have nexus or are registered.

[@jankharooti8852]

How to get reseller certificate in USA for my Canadian corporation?

[@LedgerGurus]

We just did a video on this: kzbin.info/www/bejne/f6WQh6GLnpira5o. You can also watch our other video specifically made for non-US companies: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bmathn-ejcSUiNk

[@JTMancosu]

I don't know where you're getting your information but I've tried doing this and eBay, for example, will not accept it if you are sourcing from them. They require you to have a unique number for each state with the SST and MTC forms. This has been a nightmare and something that none of the dropshipping tutorials online tell you about, and the dropshipping community in general has been less than helpful in providing answers on this. If you're new to dropshipping, good luck with getting full tax exempt status. I've been working on this for a month and still have gotten nowhere.

[@LedgerGurus]

Please show them the instructions where it specifically says you can use your home state ID.

[@cierrajohnson1171]

Information on SC please

[@LedgerGurus]

For SC you can use ST-8 or the MTC form.

[@AA-hs7iq]

Can you use SST and MTC Exemption Certificate forms if you sell products and services to different government agencies who don't pay taxes?

[@LedgerGurus]

Yes, because they wouldn't end up paying taxes anyway.

[@AA-hs7iq]

@@LedgerGurus thank you for taking the time to answer my question ☺️

[@LedgerGurus]

@@AA-hs7iqYou're very welcome. :)

[@scooplife9389]

nothing in authorized signature?

[@LedgerGurus]

The purchaser will need to sign for sure.

[@Loveallthingscrafty7]

Hi, this might be a long shot, but does anyone know how I can get a seller's permit. Thanks!

[@LedgerGurus]

It depends on the state. This video gives a walk-through for Massachusetts, but the principles are the similar for every state - kzbin.info/www/bejne/jnWalWttg6-djJI

[@UNITYFRAGRANCE]

Thank You!

[@LedgerGurus]

You're welcome!

[@567zz]

can i get apply SST or MTC as a Hong Kong company?

[@LedgerGurus]

Yes, watch this video to see how - kzbin.info/www/bejne/f6WQh6GLnpira5o