# Arkansas sales tax permit

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Arkansas calls it a Sales and Use Tax Permit, issued by the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration. You need it before you sell taxable goods or services there.

## Arkansas details

- What it's called: Sales and Use Tax Permit
- Issued by: Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration
- State fee (Per business location, paid online when you apply): $50
- How long it lasts: Doesn't expire while you report sales

[Official source](https://www.dfa.arkansas.gov/office/taxes/excise-tax-administration/sales-use-tax/register-for-a-tax-account/). Last checked November 2026. Fees are set by the state and confirmed again before we file.

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$99, for any company.

## Questions

Who needs a sales tax permit in Arkansas?

Businesses that sell taxable goods or services in Arkansas, including many online sellers who ship there.

Do I need a company first?

No. Sole proprietors can get one too. An LLC keeps the business separate from your personal assets.

Is it the same as a business license?

No. The permit lets you collect sales tax. A business license is permission to operate, often from your city or county.