How to Apply for a Sales Tax Certificate in Maine
- Register for a sales tax license
- Project over $3,000 in sales
- Automatically receive certificate
Use certificate when buying inventory to avoid sales tax. Certificates expire every 3-5 years on December 31st depending on issue date.
If you fraudulently use a resale certificate, that’s tax fraud. In Maine, the penalty is repaying tax plus a 75% penalty. You could also face over $5,000 in fines and years in prison. Vendors must refuse invalid certificates or become liable for sales tax.
Sales tax isn’t collected locally in Maine, making tax collection and filing easier. It takes up to 20 business days to receive sales tax permits and resale certificates. Visit Maine’s revenue website for forms and more information.
How to Obtain Maine Resale Certificates
- Register for a sales tax license
- Project over $3,000 in sales
- Automatically receive certificate