Sales Tax in Maine
Maine’s state sales tax rate is 5.5 percent on retail sales. It charges several other taxes too, including a marijuana tax, lodging tax, vehicle rental tax, and excise fees for tires and batteries.
Registration and Payment
To register for a sales tax permit in Maine, submit the application via the online website or by paper application. You can file and pay your Maine sales tax online, by mail using form ST-7, or through TaxJar.
Requirements and Procedures
Sales and use tax in Maine covers most tangible personal property. The use tax is paid when individuals and businesses purchase something taxable without paying the tax initially. How often you file sales tax returns depends on your assigned filing frequency and Maine’s due dates. Calculating Maine sales tax owed is easy with TaxJar’s sales tax report. If selling physical products or taxable services in Maine, you need to register for a seller’s permit to collect and pay sales tax. The first step is visiting Maine’s revenue services website to acquire a permit.