# Collect tax in the United States Learn how to use Stripe Tax to calculate, collect, and report tax in the US. Businesses selling goods and services to customers in the United States (US) might need to collect sales tax. Tax rates and rules vary by region. For each state and territory below, you can find information about registration thresholds, supported tax calculations, and relevant resources. Select a region to see specific details. ## Manage the US tax compliance lifecycle 1. [Monitor your tax obligations](https://docs.stripe.com/tax/monitoring.md) to identify where you might need to register. 2. Consult with your tax advisor to decide where to register. Register with each tax authority yourself, or select [**Register for me** with Tax Complete](https://docs.stripe.com/tax/use-stripe-to-register/united-states.md) to have Stripe register for you. 3. [Configure Stripe Tax](https://docs.stripe.com/tax/set-up.md) to calculate and collect tax in each location where you’re registered. 4. Choose how to file returns and remit tax. You can use [automated filing with Stripe in the US](https://docs.stripe.com/tax/file-with-stripe.md), use a [filing partner](https://docs.stripe.com/tax/filing.md), or self-file with [Stripe Tax reports](https://docs.stripe.com/tax/reports.md). - **Status** - None No transactions - **Tax type** - Sales tax (including seller use tax) - Local Amusement taxes - Local Admission taxes - Local Parking taxes - **Threshold** 100,000 USD - **Included transactions** Gross sales - **Registration resources** [Washington Department of Revenue](https://dor.wa.gov/) ## When to register for tax collection In Washington, Stripe Tax supports the calculation and collection of sales tax (including seller use tax) and additional tax types. See the [Needs attention](https://dashboard.stripe.com/tax/locations?primary_tab=needs_attention) tab to get insights about your potential tax registration obligations in Washington. Stripe also notifies you with email and Dashboard alerts when you need to register to collect tax. Learn more about how the [monitoring tool works](https://docs.stripe.com/tax/monitoring.md). ### Sales tax Remote sellers must register to collect and remit sales tax in Washington when, in the previous or current calendar year, they exceed a sales threshold of 100,000 USD. The threshold includes gross sales, including marketplace sales. If your **head office** in the [tax settings page](https://dashboard.stripe.com/settings/tax) of the Dashboard is in Washington, you’re not a remote seller and you must register due to your physical presence in the state. ### Other taxes Stripe Tax also supports the calculation and collection of Admission taxes in many [Washington local jurisdictions](https://docs.stripe.com/tax/registering.md?registrationTypeRegion=united-states&state=WA#registration-types). The Admission taxes apply to participant and spectator-based entertainment, recreational, or professional activities. The Parking taxes apply to parking a vehicle in a space on a public street or within a commercial lot or garage. Stripe doesn’t include transactions for these taxes in its threshold monitoring. ## Register to collect tax If you’re a remote seller, [Stripe can register with the local tax authorities](https://docs.stripe.com/tax/use-stripe-to-register/united-states.md) for you. Register for sales tax in Washington at the [tax authority](https://dor.wa.gov/). Read more about registering for [sales tax in the US](https://stripe.com/guides/sales-tax-registration-process-us). You can also use [Stripe to register on your behalf](https://docs.stripe.com/tax/use-stripe-to-register/united-states.md). After registering, [add your registration](https://docs.stripe.com/tax/registering.md#track-your-registrations-in-the-tax-dashboard) in the [Stripe Dashboard](https://dashboard.stripe.com/tax/registrations?location=us-wa) to start collecting tax on your transactions in Washington. You must add registrations for types other than sales tax, such as the Seattle Admissions Tax, as separate registrations in Stripe. ## How we calculate taxes Stripe calculates the taxes that apply to your customer’s location. ## Report and file your taxes Stripe can automatically [file for you](https://docs.stripe.com/tax/file-with-stripe.md). Alternatively, you can review your reports and file on your own. To view a location report, go to the [Locations](https://dashboard.stripe.com/tax/locations) page, select **Collecting and filing**, and then select **View report** in the **Tax report** column. The report appears in the **Reporting summary** section of the location’s page. ### Filing In Washington, you can [file with Stripe](https://docs.stripe.com/tax/file-with-stripe.md) to automate US sales tax filing from the Stripe Dashboard. You can also choose to file using one of Stripe Tax’s filing partners—Taxually, Marosa, and Hands-off Sales Tax (HOST). These partners automatically sync your tax transaction data in real time, eliminating the need for manual data entry or file transfers. Learn more about [tax filing](https://docs.stripe.com/tax/filing.md). ### Location reports [Location reports](https://docs.stripe.com/tax/reports.md#us-location-reports) offer a summary of transaction and refund data for specific US locations and align with Washington filing requirements. You have the option to report on an annual, quarterly, or monthly basis. Reporting-specific considerations: - Customer exemptions in Stripe Tax exempt sales from sales tax. However, Washington requires wholesale sales to be reported separately on the Combined Excise Tax Return because they’re subject to wholesale Business & Occupation (B&O) tax. B&O taxes are the seller’s responsibility and aren’t collected from customers. Since Stripe Tax doesn’t capture the reason for customer exemptions, you need to identify which exempt sales were wholesale transactions and report them appropriately to the state. For a detailed breakdown of each transaction, [export the transaction data](https://docs.stripe.com/tax/reports.md#exports). ### Exports Stripe provides itemized and summarized exports of your completed tax transactions. To download the exports: 1. Go to the [Tax](https://dashboard.stripe.com/tax) page in the Dashboard. 2. Select **Quick actions** > **Export transactions**. For the remaining steps, see [Itemized and summarized exports](https://docs.stripe.com/tax/reports.md#accessing-exports). ## See also - [Set up Stripe Tax](https://docs.stripe.com/tax/set-up.md) - [Register for sales tax, VAT, and GST](https://docs.stripe.com/tax/registering.md) - [Use Stripe to register](https://docs.stripe.com/tax/use-stripe-to-register/united-states.md) - [Introduction to US sales tax and economic nexus](https://stripe.com/guides/introduction-to-us-sales-tax-and-economic-nexus) - [Navigate the sales tax registration process in the US](https://stripe.com/guides/sales-tax-registration-process-us)