Georgia Sales Tax Permit Cost (2026)
Registering for a sales-tax permit (seller's permit) in Georgia is free. Free registration through the Georgia Tax Center; your number issues in about 15 minutes. You'll need it before you can legally collect sales tax from customers.
Verified July 2026 from official sources. How we verify fees.
What it costs in Georgia
- Registration fee: Free
- Renewal: No renewal
- Resale certificate: free / self-issued
- Also needed: an EIN (free from the IRS) and usually a registered business
How it works
You register through the Georgia Department of Revenue, usually online, and receive your permit (often the same day). Free registration through the Georgia Tax Center; your number issues in about 15 minutes. A sales-tax permit is separate from forming the business itself — see our Georgia LLC and DBA cost pages for those fees.
How Georgia compares nationally
Georgia is among the least expensive states in the country for a sales-tax permit — it charges little or nothing where most states do.
Cheapest states
Most expensive states
- Connecticut — $100 (one-time)
- Wyoming — $60 (one-time)
- Washington — $50 business-license fee
Frequently asked questions
How much is a sales tax permit in Georgia?
It's free to register for a seller's permit in Georgia.
Do I need a sales tax permit in Georgia?
Yes, if you sell taxable goods or services in Georgia — you must register before collecting any sales tax from customers.
Does a Georgia sales tax permit expire?
Renewal: no renewal.