The Colorado CR 100 form is a vital document used for establishing a sales tax and withholding account in the state of Colorado. This form is essential for businesses that sell tangible goods or provide services subject to state tax. By completing the CR 100, business owners can ensure compliance with Colorado's tax regulations and secure the necessary licenses to operate legally.
The Colorado CR 100 form, officially known as the Colorado Sales Tax and Withholding Account Application, serves as a vital tool for businesses looking to establish or modify their sales tax and withholding accounts in the state. This form is essential for those intending to sell tangible personal property, as it facilitates the registration for a state sales tax license, which is a legal requirement for both retail and wholesale operations. In addition to sales tax registration, the CR 100 form allows businesses to apply for various types of withholding accounts, including W-2 and 1099 withholding, as well as oil and gas withholding accounts. The application process is streamlined, offering options for online submission through MyBizColorado, which enables applicants to receive their license number on the same day. Alternatively, businesses can choose to mail their completed forms or visit designated service centers for immediate processing. The form outlines specific fees associated with various licenses, including a refundable deposit for retail sales tax licenses, and it includes detailed instructions on how to complete each section effectively. Furthermore, the CR 100 form ensures compliance with state regulations by requiring valid proof of identification and detailed information about the business structure, ownership, and operational scope. Understanding the requirements and processes outlined in the CR 100 form is crucial for any business owner looking to navigate the complexities of tax compliance in Colorado.
CR 0100AP (11/02/20)
Fee Schedule
• Trade name registration:
• Unemployment insurance:
Trade name registrations must be done with the Colorado Secretary of State at www.sos.state.co.us.
Colorado unemployment insurance tax is administered by the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment.
•Wholesale and retail license
If first day of sales is:
January to June even-numbered years
$16.00
2020, 2022, 2024
July to December even-numbered years
$12.00
January to June odd-numbered years
$8.00
2021, 2023, 2025
July to December odd-numbered years
$4.00
•
Charitable License
(copy of 501(c)(3) required)
A deposit
is required on a retail sales tax license only
$50.00
Fee Notes
•The $50 deposit will be refunded automatically after a business has collected and paid $50 in state sales taxes. Do not deduct the deposit on your sales tax return. The deposit is only required on the first business location.
•There is no charge for a multiple or single event license if a business has a current wholesale or retail sales tax license.
•For single and multiple event licenses complete the DR 0589 “Sales Tax Special Event Application.”
•All licenses except the single event license are valid through December 31 of each odd-numbered year. If you have any questions, visit Tax.Colorado.gov or call 303-238-SERV(7378)
Instructions
1. Apply Online and Save Time!
Visit mybiz.colorado.gov to register through MyBizColorado and receive your license number the same day. A license will be mailed to you after any fees have been posted to your account. Allow 2 to 3 weeks to receive your paper license. If you are unable to register online, see the instructions below.
2. Mailing the CR 0100AP to the Department of Revenue:
Download the form from the department’s Taxation Website at Tax.Colorado.gov. Complete the form and make a copy for your records before mailing the original to the Department of Revenue at the following address:
Colorado Department of Revenue
Service Center Section
PO Box 17087
Denver, CO 80217-0087
Allow four to six weeks for processing
3. Visiting a walk-in service center:
Bring the completed CR 0100AP Colorado Sales Tax and Withholding Account Application to a service center location listed below along with a valid picture ID of
business owner who signed the application and a check or money order for the license fees. You will receive your license immediately.
For walk-in service, please bring one copy of the completed form to:
Locations subject to change, please verify location address.
Lakewood Service Center
1881 Pierce St - Entrance B
Lakewood CO 80214
Colorado Springs Service Center
2447 N Union Blvd
Colorado Springs CO 80909
Pueblo Service Center 827 W 4th St
Pueblo CO 81003
Grand Junction Service Center 222 S 6th St, Room 208 Grand Junction CO 81501
Fort Collins Service Center
3030 S College Ave
Fort Collins CO 80525
Taxpayer ID Requirements:
or Military Identification Card. If the application is walked
All walk-in and mail-in business and individual applications
in by any individual other than an owner, partner or officer
for a Sales Tax, 1099 or W2 Wage Withholding account
of the business, a photo copy of a valid ID for the owner,
with the Colorado Department of Revenue must provide
officer or partner who signed the application must be
valid proof of identification. Valid proof includes Colorado
submitted. If applicant is from another state, a valid driver’s
Driver’s License, Colorado Identification Card, United
license or other picture ID from that state is required.
States Passport, Resident Alien Card (including eligibility
If you have any questions, visit Tax.Colorado.gov, call
for employment), United States Naturalization Papers and/
303-238-SERV(7378) or visit your local service center.
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Colorado Sales Tax and Withholding Account Application
CR 0100AP
General Information
The CR 0100AP is used to open a sales tax, W-2 withholding, 1099 withholding or an oil/gas withholding account or to add an additional location to an existing account. Please complete all areas of the sections indicated below for the account type(s) you need. Colorado Department of Revenue (DOR) forms and publications referenced in this document are available on the DOR taxation website at Tax.Colorado.gov.
•To apply for a state sales tax license, complete sections A, B, C, E, F and G.
•To apply for a withholding account, complete sections A, B, D, E, F and G. If you require both licenses, complete all sections.
•To electronically open an account, go to MyBiz Colorado at mybiz.Colorado.gov
Refer to the following definitions.
•W-2 Withholding. Employers are required to withhold state income tax from all employees in Colorado.
•1099 Withholding. Payers who withhold tax on Colorado income reported on 1099 forms. (example: contract labor)
•Oil and Gas Withholding. Every producer of crude oil, natural gas or oil shale shall withhold one percent from the amount owed to any person owning a working interest, a royalty interest, a production payment or any interest in carbon dioxide or oil and gas production in Colorado. No withholding is required from payments made to Colorado or the U.S. Government (see Department of Revenue publication FYI Withholding 4).
•Trade Names are registered with the Colorado Secretary of State. A trade name is not required to obtain a tax account.
•State Sales Tax License. A state sales tax license is required for any person that sells tangible personal property regardless of whether selling retail or wholesale. A license is not required for persons engaged exclusively in the business of selling commodities or services which are exempt from taxation.
•State and Local Sales. Colorado has a 2.9 percent sales tax. Additionally, many cities and counties impose their own local sales tax on purchases and transactions within their boundaries. There are also special district taxes that apply in certain boundaries.
For a complete listing of all applicable tax rates and exemption information, please see “Colorado Sales/Use Tax Rates” DR 1002 on our website at Tax.Colorado.gov. The DR 1002 is revised in January and July each year.
You may also visit Colorado.gov/RevenueOnline to find tax rates by city, county and business account number through Revenue Online.
Due to the complexities surrounding the laws on the collection and remittance of sales/use tax in Colorado, it is recommended that you attend a live class or take an online tax class offered by the department after opening
your business and/or obtaining a sales tax license. Visit Colorado.gov/pacific/tax/education for class schedule and registration.
Section A
Box 1. Reasons for filing this application.
•Original Application. A new (start-up) business.
•Change of ownership. An existing business that changes its legal structure. Does not include changes of stockholders of corporations and members in limited liability companies. If you purchase an existing business and have a new FEIN, you must apply for a new license and complete a DR 0100A.
•Additional Location. The business already has a Colorado account number but is adding a new business location.
•Do you have a Department of Revenue Account Number? If your business or organization currently has a Colorado Account Number (CAN), enter it here. A sales tax deposit is required on a business’ first retail sales tax location only as long as each additional location uses the same account number.
Box 2. Type of Organization. Check the box that indicates the legal structure for your business/organization.
Note: Married couples must register as a general partnership if both spouses are owners of the business. General partnerships require a FEIN.
Section B
Line 1a. Taxpayer Name. The name should be
entered as follows:
•Individual (sole proprietorship). Last name, first name and middle name or initial.
•General Partnership, Association or Joint Venture.
The last name, first name and middle initial of two principal partners. If there are additional partners, attach a separate sheet.
•Corporation, Limited Partnership, Limited Liability Company (LLC), Limited Liability Partnership (LLP) or Limited Liability Limited Partnership (LLLP). The legal name of the business must match exactly as filed with the Colorado Secretary of State and IRS.
• Government. Enter the legal name of the government agency.
•Nonprofit. Enter the name of the nonprofit organization. If applying for a charitable license, a copy of 501(c)(3) is required.
Line 1b. Social Security Number (SSN). Enter the Social Security number of the owner if this is an application for an individual (Sole Proprietor). If the Sole Proprietor has an FEIN number, complete Line 1d.
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Line 1c. Business Name. If operating as any other type of organization other than Individual/Sole Proprietor, enter business name here as registered with Colorado Secretary of State and IRS.
Line 1d. Federal Employer Identification Number (FEIN). An FEIN is required to open a new account with the Colorado Department of Revenue. FEINs are issued by the Internal Revenue Service, IRS.gov. Individuals (Sole Proprietors) can use their social security numbers. All other entities must have a FEIN number.
Line 2a. Trade Name/Doing Business As. If the taxpayer will be doing business under any name other than the name on Line 1, the “trade name” should be entered here. Trade names must be registered with the Colorado Secretary of State.
Line 2b. Proof of Identification/Taxpayer ID Requirements: All applicants for a sales tax or withholding account with the Colorado Department of Revenue must provide valid proof of identification at the time of application. Valid proof includes a legible copy of a Colorado Driver’s License, Colorado Identification Card, United States Passport, Resident Alien Card (indicating eligibility for employment), United States Naturaliza- tion Papers and/or Military Identification Card. If the application is being walked in by any individual other than an owner, partner or officer of the business, a photo copy of a valid ID for the owner, officer or partner who signed the application must be submitted. If the applicant is from another state, a valid driver’s license or other picture ID from that state is required. Do not enter a social security number here.
Line 3a. Principal Address. This is the address of the orga- nization’s/entity’s principle place of business in Colorado. If you are located outside the state and do not have a physical location in Colorado, your main address in a different state is acceptable. Do Not use a post office box.
•If a business will have multiple fixed locations, a separate application must be filed for each location.
•If you are a mobile vendor (example: food truck or tool sales) indicate MOBILE. You are required to give the address, warehouse or office of the location you park and store the vehicle.
Line 3b. County. Enter the county in which your principal place of business is located. If you are not sure which county, refer to the DR 1002 available on the department’s Web site at Tax.Colorado.gov under “Forms & Instructions”
Line 3c. City. Enter the city in which your principal place of business is located.
Line 3d. Phone Number. Enter the telephone number for your business.
Line 4a-4b. Last Name/Business Name. If you want mail sent to an individual or in care of (c/o), enter the name of the person here.
Line 4c. Telephone. Enter the telephone number for the mailing address. If you would like to receive text notifications for due date reminders and the like, check the mobile text box ‘Yes’. If you would not like text notifications, select ‘No’.
Line 4d. Mailing Address. Enter the street address, city, state and zip code where the business or organization will receive mail from the department.
Line 5. Email Address. Please enter the email address you would like on file. Indicate on the application if you would like email correspondence from the state. The emails could be account specific or updates to sales tax collection.
Line 6a and 6b. If you acquired the business, please provide the prior business name, address, date of acquisition and the prior owner’s first and last name.
Line 7. List Specific products and/or Services you provide and explain in detail on Line 8. Check the applicable boxes in section 7 on the form:
Do you sell alcohol?
Yes
No
Do you sell tobacco products?
Do you sell prepaid wireless?
Do you sell medical marijuana?
Do you sell recreational marijuana?
Do you sell EXCLUSIVELY through the
marketplace?
Do you rent motor vehicles for 30 days
or less?
Do you rent out items for 30 days or less?
Do you rent out rooms for 30 days or less?
Is your business in a special taxing
district?
Are you a Market Place Facilitator?
If yes - As a Market Place Facilitator, do
you also sell products?
Write a brief description of products, services and/ or function of the business/organization on line 8. The information you provide will help us determine the appropriate North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for your business. It will also help us get tax information and updates to you, depending on your business type.
Lines 8a through 8d. Owner/Partner/Corp. Officer. All organizations, including sole proprietors, must complete these lines. Type/print the name, title, FEIN (Federal Employer Identification Number), social security number, and home address of each individual, partner, corporate officer or member. If there are more than two owners, attach a separate sheet and provide the same information for additional owners. For a partnership between corporations or limited liability companies, list each legal name, address, and FEIN separately.
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Section C — Sales Tax
Line 1. Type of sales which applies to your business.
•Wholesaler. A business that sells to retail merchants, jobbers, dealers, or other wholesalers for the purpose of resale. This license cannot be used to purchase items for personal use.
•Retail Sales. A retailer is a business that sells products to final purchasers and is required to collect the appropriate sales taxes. A retailer may also sell wholesale, but is not required to have a separate wholesale license. RTD/CD and local taxes must also be collected, if applicable.
•Charitable. If your organization has been designated as “charitable 501(c)(3),” the organization will be exempt from paying the $50 deposit for a retail sales tax license. Your license fee is $8. Please attach a copy of the IRS 501(c)(3) letter.
•Note on Special Events. Must apply for this separate license on form DR 0589, Sales Tax Special Event Application. This license is required if you sell at special events. There is no additional fee for businesses that already have a sales tax license.
Line 2a. Filing Frequency. Select the filing frequency based on the amount of anticipated sales tax collection.
Line 2b. First Day of Sale. You may wish to start your license prior to the first day of sales in order to make purchases for producing products to sell.
Section E - Fees
Do not enter Period Covered From and To (Dept. Use Only)
•Sales Tax Deposit. A deposit is required on a retail license. Charitable organizations are exempt. The deposit is refunded automatically after a business collects and remits $50 in state sales taxes. Do not deduct the deposit from your sales tax return. The deposit is only required on a business’s first location if each additional location uses the same account number. (See instructions for Section A, Box 1.)
•Sales Tax License. Standard Colorado Sales tax License is $16 for a two-year period. The license is renewed at the beginning of each even-numbered year and expires at the end of each odd-numbered year (e.g., Jan. 1, 2020 - Dec. 31, 2021). It is prorated in increments of six months if the license is purchased after June 30 of any year. See Fee Schedule on page 1 of the CR 0100AP form.
•Wholesale License is $16 for a two-year period. The fee is prorated in the same method as the standard Colorado sales tax license. This license is for businesses that make sales only to other licensed vendors for resale.
•Charitable License. The fee is $8.
•Note: The withholding license has no fee for registration and no renewal is required.
Section D — Withholding
Line 1. Type of Withholding account. Indicate which type of withholding account: W2, 1099, or Oil/Gas withholding. A 1099 withholding account is only needed when you withhold from 1099 payments.
Gaming Establishments (W-2Gs)
Complete the Sales Tax/Withholding Account Application (CR 0100AP) to apply for a 1099 or W-2G withholding account. Indicate in Box D whether you need a 1099 account or a W-2G account set up. You will use your current Colorado account number (CAN) or receive your CAN by mail if you don’t already have an account. Allow four to six weeks for processing.
Line 2. Filing frequency. If you will have employees, estimate how much wage withholding you expect to pay for all your employees in one year. Your required filing frequency will be based on your estimated annual wage withholding. Businesses with annual wage withholding of $50,000 or more must file and remit withholding taxes by Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). For more information, print the publication “Colorado Department of Revenue Electronic Funds Transferred (EFT) Program For Tax Payments” (DR 5782) from our website at Tax.Colorado.gov. Frequency for Oil/Gas is monthly. See FYI Withholding 4 for schedule.
Line 4b. First Day of Payroll. List the month and year you anticipate payroll to begin. Normally, start dates begin with a quarter, e.g., 1/20, 4/20, 7/20, or 10/20, but you can start your payroll anytime.
Section F — Points of Compliance
•Licensed retailers are required to renew their licenses every two years (odd-numbered).
•Licensed retailers are required to file monthly, quarterly, or annual returns based on the sales tax collected.
•Licensed retailers are required to file returns for each tax period even if they had no sales and collected no tax.
•Licensed retailers understand their license is only used to purchase items they resell.
•Licensed retailers understand sales tax rates are subject to change twice a year (January & July).
•Licensed retailers can close their account or change their address utilizing the DR 1102.
Section G — Signature
•A signature must be on this document or it will not be processed.
•Please include the title of the person signing and the date signed.
Allow four to six weeks to receive a license by mail when completing and sending in a CR 0100AP form. If you apply for a license through mybiz.Colorado.gov you will receive your license number the same day. Allow two to three weeks to receive your paper license. If you apply for your license at a service center you will receive your account number and license immediately. This concludes the application.
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COLORADO DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE
Denver CO 80217-0087
Colorado Sales Tax and
Withholding Account Application
Reason for Filing This Application
A
1.
Original Application
Change of Ownership
Additional Location
Do you have a Colorado Account Number?
If Yes, the Account Number
2. Indicate
Type of Organization. If you are not an individual, you
must have a FEIN number.
Individual/Sole Proprietor
Limited Liability Company (LLC)
Corporation/S Corp
Government
General Partnership
Limited Liability Partnership (LLP)
Association
Joint Venture
Limited Partnership
Limited Liability Limited Partnership (LLLP)
Estate/Trust
Nonprofit (Charitable)
Business Information
B
1a. Last Name (If registering as SSN)
First Name
1b. SSN (Required)
1c. Business Name (If registering as FEIN)
1d. FEIN (Required)
2a. Trade
Name / Doing Business As (If applicable and for informational purposes only)
2b.
Proof of Identification
State DL/ID
Passport
Other
Physical Place of Business
3a.
Principal Address
City
State
Zip
3b.
County
3c. If business is within city limits, what city?
3d. Phone
Number
Mailing Address (If different than the physical address)
4a.
Last Name
4b.
Business Name
4c. Phone Number
Mobile Text (Data Rates May Apply)
4d.
Mailing Address
5. Email Address
Email Opt In For
Return Filing
Tax Updates
Revenue Online Instructions
Tax Rate Changes (2x/Year)
Marketplace Information
If you acquired or purchased the business, complete the following:
6a.
Business Name and Prior Owner’s First and Last Name
6b. Date of Acquisition (MM/YYYY)
6c. Address (Street, City, State, Zip)
6d. Prior Owner’s FEIN
7. Complete the questions below
Do you rent motor vehicles for 30 days or less?
Do you sell Prepaid Wireless?
Do you sell Medical Marijuana?
Do you sell EXCLUSIVELY through the marketplace?
Do you sell Recreational Marijuana?
Are you a Marketplace Facilitator?
Is your business in a Special taxing district?
As a Marketplace Facilitator, do you also sell products?
8. List specific products and/or services you provide and explain in detail (Required)
(Form continued on page 2)
9a.
Owner/Partner/Corp Officer Last Name
Owner/Partner/Corp Officer First Name
Job Title
9b. Phone Number
9c. Address (Street, City, State, Zip)
9d. SSN
10a. Owner/Partner/Corp Officer Last Name
10b. Phone Number
10c. Address (Street, City, State, Zip)
10d. SSN
Additional Owner/Partner/Corp Officers on a separate paper
C
Sales Tax Account (Fees Apply)
1. Indicate Type of Sale:
Wholesaler
Retail-Sales
Charitable
2a.
Filing
Frequency: If SALES TAX collected is:
Wholesale Only - Annually
Under $300/month - Quarterly
Seasonal, write in the months in business
$15/month or less - Annually
$300/month or more - Monthly
License Start Date Required (MM/YYYY)
CO Account Number - Site (Dept Use Only)
Withholding Tax Account (No Fees Apply)
1.Indicate which you are applying for:
2.Filing Frequency: If W2 wage withholding tax amount is
W2 Withholding
$1 - $6,999/Year - Quarterly
$7,000 - $49,999/Year - Monthly
$50,000+/Year-Weekly
1099 Withholding
3. Filing Frequency: If 1099 withholding tax amount is
D
W-2G
Monthly
Oil/Gas Withholding
4a. Payroll Company, if applicable
4b. First Day of Payroll Required (MM/YYYY)
4c. Payroll Company Phone Number
Period Covered
FEES (see fees on page 1 of instructions)
(Dept Use Only)
From
To
MM/YY
(0020-810)
State Sales Tax Deposit
(355)
$
(0080-750)
Sales Tax License
(999)
E
(0100-750)
Wholesale License
(0160-750)
Mail to and Make Checks Payable to:
Amount Owed
The State may convert your check to a one time electronic banking transaction. Your bank account may be debited as early as the same day received by the State. If converted, your check will not be returned. If your check is rejected due to insufficient or uncollected funds, the Department of Revenue may collect the payment amount directly from your bank account electronically.
Points of Compliance
F
• Renew sales tax license on odd-numbered years
• Sales tax license is only used for wholesale purchase for resale
• Returns filing frequency is based on tax amount
• Sales tax rates may change twice per year
• Required to file, even if zero sales tax due
• Business account closure or address changes by filing DR 1102
I declare under penalty of perjury in the second degree that the statements made in this application are true and complete to the
G
best of my knowledge.
Signature of Owner, Partner, or Corporate Officer
Date (MM/DD/YYYY)
(See fee and additional information on page 1 of instructions)
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Filling out the Colorado CR 100 form is an important step in establishing your business's sales tax and withholding account. After completing the form, you can submit it online, by mail, or in person at a service center. Follow the steps below to ensure that you fill out the form correctly and efficiently.
After completing the form, you may submit it online for immediate processing, mail it to the Colorado Department of Revenue, or take it to a walk-in service center. Each method has different processing times, so choose the one that best fits your needs.
The Colorado CR 100 form, used for opening a sales tax and withholding account, is similar to the IRS Form SS-4. Both documents are essential for businesses to establish their tax identification. The IRS Form SS-4 is specifically for applying for an Employer Identification Number (EIN), which is often required when opening a business bank account or hiring employees. Just as the CR 100 requires the business name and address, the SS-4 also asks for the legal name and location of the business. Both forms help ensure that the business is registered with the appropriate authorities for tax purposes.
Understanding the various documents involved in business registration and compliance is crucial for any entrepreneur. One such essential document is the Bill of Sale, which records the transfer of ownership of an item from one party to another, serving as proof of the transaction. To learn more about this important form and how it can help facilitate your business transactions, visit documentonline.org/blank-bill-of-sale.
Another document akin to the CR 100 is the Colorado DR 0589, the Sales Tax Special Event Application. This form is necessary for businesses that wish to sell goods at special events, similar to how the CR 100 is used to obtain a sales tax license. Both forms require information about the business and its operations. The DR 0589 also has a provision for those who already hold a sales tax license, allowing them to apply for this special event license without additional fees, reflecting the streamlined approach seen in the CR 100.
The Colorado Secretary of State’s Trade Name Registration is another document that shares similarities with the CR 100. Both forms require the applicant to provide the business name and address. The Trade Name Registration is specifically for businesses that want to operate under a name different from their legal name. This is important for branding and marketing, just as the CR 100 is crucial for tax compliance. Both processes ensure that businesses are legally recognized under their chosen names.
The Colorado Department of Revenue's DR 1002, which details sales and use tax rates, is also related to the CR 100. While the CR 100 is an application form, the DR 1002 provides essential information on tax obligations for businesses. Understanding these rates is critical for those applying through the CR 100, as it helps them comply with local tax laws. Both documents serve to inform businesses about their responsibilities regarding sales tax collection.
Additionally, the Colorado DR 0100A form is relevant. This form is used when an existing business changes ownership or structure, similar to how the CR 100 can be used for changes in business status. Both forms require the disclosure of the business's legal structure and ownership details. They facilitate the proper registration and compliance of businesses with the state, ensuring that all changes are documented and recognized.
Lastly, the IRS Form 941, which is the Employer's Quarterly Federal Tax Return, parallels the CR 100 in its focus on tax reporting. While the CR 100 is for establishing a sales tax and withholding account, Form 941 is used to report income taxes, social security tax, and Medicare tax withheld from employee paychecks. Both documents are vital for businesses in managing their tax obligations, ensuring compliance with federal and state tax laws.
The Colorado CR 100 form is primarily used to open a sales tax, W-2 withholding, 1099 withholding, or oil/gas withholding account. It can also be used to add an additional location to an existing account. Completing this form is essential for businesses operating in Colorado that need to comply with state tax regulations.
To apply for a sales tax license, you need to complete sections A, B, C, E, F, and G of the CR 100 form. You can submit the form online through MyBizColorado, mail it to the Department of Revenue, or visit a walk-in service center. Each method has its own processing times, so choose the one that best suits your needs.
The fees vary based on the type of license you are applying for:
Remember, the $50 deposit for retail sales tax licenses is refundable after collecting $50 in state sales taxes.
Processing times vary depending on how you submit the form. If mailed, expect a wait of four to six weeks. Online applications through MyBizColorado provide a license number the same day, while paper licenses arrive within two to three weeks after fees are posted.
All applicants must provide valid proof of identification. Acceptable forms include a Colorado Driver’s License, Colorado ID, U.S. Passport, Resident Alien Card, or Military ID. If someone other than the business owner submits the application, a copy of the owner's ID is also required.
Yes, if you need both a sales tax license and a withholding account, you can complete all sections of the CR 100 form. Make sure to provide the necessary information for each type of license you require.
Licensed retailers are required to file returns for each tax period, even if no sales occurred. Failure to do so can result in penalties or the suspension of your sales tax license. It's crucial to stay compliant to avoid any issues with the Colorado Department of Revenue.
The $50 deposit is required only for the first retail sales tax location. It is automatically refunded after the business collects and remits $50 in state sales taxes. This deposit is not deducted from your sales tax return, so keep that in mind when planning your finances.
Your sales tax license must be renewed every two years. It expires at the end of each odd-numbered year. Make sure to keep track of your renewal dates to maintain compliance and avoid any interruptions in your business operations.
For more details, visit the Colorado Department of Revenue's website at Tax.Colorado.gov. You can also call their service center at 303-238-SERV (7378) for assistance or visit a local service center for in-person help.
When filling out the Colorado CR 100 form, it’s crucial to follow specific guidelines to ensure a smooth application process. Here’s a list of what you should and shouldn’t do: