City of Bethel business registration (Sales Tax Certificate) and sales tax filing
Before selling anything in Bethel you need a State of Alaska business license AND a City of Bethel Sales Tax Certificate (two-year certificate; apply online or on paper at the Finance Department). City sales tax is 6% on sales and services (12% on lodging, 15% on alcohol). Most sellers file a sales tax return every month - even a zero return - due the last day of the month after collection (February's tax is due March 31). Seniors can apply for a Senior Citizen Sales Tax Exemption Card. Questions: Sales Tax Division 907-543-2047.
Who it’s for
Anyone doing business inside city limits; senior exemption card for qualifying seniors
This is what the program lists. Only the provider can say whether you qualify.
What to bring isn’t listed. Check with the provider before you start.
Provider information
View official informationCall City of Bethel - Finance / Sales Tax Division907-543-2047Open Two-Year Sales Tax Certificate Application (PDF) · PDFView official informationOpen Sales Tax Exemption form · PDFContinue to applicationView official informationQuestions to ask
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After you contact them
Ask the provider how to confirm receipt and when to follow up. A response time is not listed here.