Online Services — Overview We offer a variety of online services that make completing your CDTFA business easy and efficient Using our online services, you can file a return, make a payment, submit a claim for refund, file an appeal and much more
Sales Use Tax in California Retailers engaged in business in California must register with the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration (CDTFA) and pay the state's sales tax, which applies to all retail sales of goods and merchandise except those sales specifically exempted by law
Permits Licenses - California Department of Tax and Fee Administration The CDTFA has a secure, convenient, fast, and free way to register online for a permit, license, or account The system guides you through the process and will assist you with the types of permits you may need for your business
California Department of Tax and Fee Administration (CDTFA) The California Department of Tax and Fee Administration (CDTFA) administers California's sales and use, fuel, tobacco, alcohol, and cannabis taxes, as well as a variety of other taxes and fees that fund specific state programs
California City and County Sales and Use Tax Rates - Cities, Counties . . . California City County Sales Use Tax Rates (effective October 1, 2025) Español These rates may be outdated For a list of your current and historical rates, go to the California City County Sales Use Tax Rates webpage Look up the current sales and use tax rate by address
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Online Services — File a Return CDTFA account number Sales, purchases, transactions, and deductions or other reportable information for the filing period Payment information Online Filing Excel Templates and Resources Alcoholic Beverage Cigarette and Tobacco Products IFTA Motor Fuels Sales and Use Tax Excel Workbook Uploads Resources Video Tutorials When do I file?
Online Services — Make a Payment If you are making payments towards a Notice of Determination (billing) and believe you do not owe the amount due or believe you have been overcharged, you may now file a claim for refund using the CDTFA's Online Services Login page
Business Taxes and Fees in California Retailers engaged in business in California must register with the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration (CDTFA) and pay the state's sales tax, which applies to all retail sales of goods and merchandise except those sales specifically exempted by law