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West Virginia Sales Tax Calculator

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Mark Stewart is the in-house Certified Public Accountant, an accomplished author and financial media specialist.

West Virginia Sales Tax Calculator

If your business sells physical products or certain types of services, you will need to collect and pay sales tax. In West Virginia, the first step is visiting the tax department website and registering for sales tax in order to acquire a seller’s permit, or sales tax permit. 

Use our Sales Tax Calculator to determine your exact sales tax rate and total purchase amount. 

West Virginia Sales Tax Calculator

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What Products and Services Are Subject to Sales Tax in West Virginia?

In West Virginia, all sales of goods and services are subject to sales tax unless specifically exempted. Some examples of exemptions are advertising, contracting services, daycare services, prescriptions, personal services, and public services.

The state sales tax rate in West Virginia is 6%.

West Virginia sales tax rates vary depending on which county and city you’re in. Check West Virginia Tax Division site for the exact rates.

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How to Register for West Virginia Sales Tax

In West Virginia, the way to acquire a seller’s permit is to follow the department of taxation’s detailed instructions for registration: 

  1. Sign up for an account on the West Virginia online business portal 
  2. Fill out the business registration form
  3. Pay the $30 fee.

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West Virginia Sales Tax Calculator