Applying for a Resale Certificate in Utah
To get a resale certificate in Utah, first apply for a Utah Sales Tax License. This provides a Sales Tax Number. Then complete form TC-721, providing your Utah Sales Tax Number. Present a copy of the TC-721 certificate to suppliers when purchasing items for resale.
Steps to Obtain a Resale Permit in Utah
- Obtain a Utah Sales Tax License.
- Fill out the Utah TC-721 resale certificate form.
- Present a copy of this certificate to suppliers when you wish to purchase items for resale.
Understanding Resale Certificates and Seller’s Permits
Apply for a Utah Sales Tax License to get a Sales Tax Number. Complete form TC-721 with your Utah Sales Tax Number. Present a copy of the TC-721 certificate to suppliers when purchasing items for resale.
Suppliers may choose not to honor resale certificates. However, they allow vendors to accept them if buyers make a good faith effort to ensure they are true resellers. Utah resale certificates do not expire if a purchase occurs within 12 months.