How it works
Streamlined Sales Tax (SST) can help you stay compliant while saving time and money
25 states cover the cost of using Avalara to help qualified sellers manage sales tax in multiple states
Trusted by companies in every industry
BENEFITS
Simplify sales tax compliance with SST
Save time in SST member states
Streamline tax filing and payments using a single ID and help ensure more seamless compliance with notice management and setup assistance.
Save money with free services
Utilize free compliance services like sales tax calculation, sales tax registration for remote sellers, exemption certificate processing, and returns preparation, filing, and remittance.
Stay compliant to avoid audit risk
Get regularly updated tax rates, boundaries, and tax codes as well as uniform filing forms and audit liaison support.
SST covers the cost of tax compliance for businesses that qualify
How do I qualify for SST?
To qualify for the Streamlined Sales Tax Project as a remote seller, your business must meet all the following requirements during the 12-month period preceding the date of registration in each state:
- No fixed place of business for more than 30 days in the member state
- Less than $50,000 of property in the member state
- Less than $50,000 of payroll in the member state
- Less than 25% of total property or payroll in the member state
Participating states
Many U.S. states will offset the cost of sales tax solutions for businesses that qualify.
States where your business has a tax obligation, but doesn’t have a physical presence, may offset the cost of using a tax compliance solution, like Avalara.
Participating SST states
Arkansas
Georgia
Indiana
Iowa
Kansas
Kentucky
Michigan
Minnesota
Nebraska
Nevada
New Jersey
North Carolina
North Dakota
Ohio
Oklahoma
Pennsylvania*
Rhode Island
South Dakota
Tennessee
Utah
Vermont
Washington
West Virginia
Wisconsin
Wyoming
*Pennsylvania independently operates a state-run program similar to SST. Avalara is proud to work with this program as well.
Integrations
Avalara works with many of the business systems you already use
CUSTOMER STORIES
See what our customers have to say
“If SST wasn’t a thing, I’d be paying Avalara for those transactions and returns. It’s astounding how many companies don’t understand those benefits.”
— Paul Jackson,
CFO, Aseptico
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Streamlined Sales Tax program?
Established in 1999, Streamlined Sales Tax is the result of a cooperative effort between states, local governments, and the business community. The goal of SST is to simplify sales and use tax collection and administration for companies selling into multiple states.
How do I qualify for SST?
To qualify for SST, your business must meet all the following requirements during the 12-month period preceding the date of each state’s SST registration:
No fixed place of business for more than 30 days in the member state
Less than $50,000 of property in the member state
Less than $50,000 of payroll in the member state
Less than 25% of total property or payroll in the member state
Is SST available in all 50 states?
No. There are currently 25 states that participate in the Streamlined Sales Tax program or offer a similar program.
Will SST require me to register in all 50 states?
No. It only takes one form to register in all SST-participating states. You can choose the states where you wish to register, although Avalara recommends registering in all available states.
Will Avalara help me register for SST?
Yes. Avalara is happy to help businesses that qualify for SST register in all SST-participating states for free when they enroll in the program using Avalara AvaTax.
Can I still sign up for SST if I’m already registered in an SST-participating state or was previously registered?
Yes. If you’re already registered in a participating state or you were previously registered, it will not impact your SST qualifications.
Can I still use Avalara products in states that don’t participate in SST?
Yes. Even though a nonparticipating state won’t cover the cost, you can still take advantage of Avalara as your cost-effective sales tax compliance solution.
