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