Minnesota Sales Tax Permit Cost (2026)
Registering for a sales-tax permit (seller's permit) in Minnesota is free. Free registration; Minnesota is a Streamlined Sales Tax member state. 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 Minnesota
- 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 Minnesota Department of Revenue, usually online, and receive your permit (often the same day). Free registration; Minnesota is a Streamlined Sales Tax member state. A sales-tax permit is separate from forming the business itself — see our Minnesota LLC and DBA cost pages for those fees.
How Minnesota compares nationally
Minnesota 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 Minnesota?
It's free to register for a seller's permit in Minnesota.
Do I need a sales tax permit in Minnesota?
Yes, if you sell taxable goods or services in Minnesota — you must register before collecting any sales tax from customers.
Does a Minnesota sales tax permit expire?
Renewal: no renewal.