Step-by-step process for filing sales tax in Arkansas
Let’s get right into the process of filing sales tax in Arkansas.
Step 1: Access the Arkansas tax filing page
To begin filing your sales tax return, follow this link: https://www.atap.arkansas.gov/_/. You will be directed to the Arkansas Taxpayer Access Point (ATAP) login screen.
Step 2: Sign in to Your Account
Use your username and password to sign in to your ATAP account. If you don't have a username and password, you'll need to set them up. Usually, your username and password are created when you submit registration paperwork for a sales tax permit.
If you'd rather not handle the process of obtaining a sales tax permit or creating a state login yourself, Numeral can assist you with our Sales Tax Permit Registration Service.
Step 3: Navigate to your sales tax account
After signing in, you'll be directed to your dashboard. In your seller account, click “File return” below the “Return” tab. This will open the sales tax filing page.
From there, select the account for which you want to file a return by clicking the "Sales and Use Tax" button located to the left of the appropriate account type.
Step 4: Choose the filing period to initiate the filing process
On the next page, you'll see a list of filing periods.
This example business files sales tax returns monthly. Click on the correct filing period, then navigate to the right side of the screen and select "File or amend a return" to begin the filing process.
Step 5: Enter tax information
Now, you'll see a screen with "Enter Tax Information." Click on that link to proceed. On the next screen, you'll input your sales data.
If you're an In-State Seller, use the "Gross Receipts Tax" table to report your sales. If you're an Out-Of-State Seller, use the "Vendor Use Tax" table instead.
Enter your gross sales data on this page, then click "OK." You should now have the option to move on to the next step.
Step 6: Make payment
Now, finalize all your tax details and we’ll proceed to payment. Click on “Make payment” and go through the steps one by one. In this case, we’ll go with Direct Debit as our payment method and enter the details accordingly.
Select “Yes” if you’d like to receive a confirmation email and proceed to payment from there on. That’s it. You’ve completed your sales tax return filing and payment for Arkansas.
Local sales tax
You can look up the full table of sales tax rates in each city and county in Arizona. Here’s a snippet of the same.
Filing Sales Tax in Arkansas FAQs
Are SaaS products taxed in Arkansas?
No, SaaS products are not taxable in Arkansas since they are not considered tangible personal properly or a specified digital product.
How do I pay my Arkansas sales tax?
After submitting your return, you'll be given the option to make an electronic payment immediately. If you haven't already saved your bank account information in Arkansas's system, you'll need to enter your routing and account number. Be sure to input the correct filing period, payment amount, and payment date to avoid any late fees.
What if I forget to save a copy of my sales tax return?
Don't worry! You can easily go back and view or print the return you just filed. Simply navigate back to your dashboard, click on the period you filed for, and under "I Want To," click "File or amend a return." You'll then see options to print or save a copy of your return for your records.
Where can I get help if I have questions about filing my Arkansas sales tax return?
If you need assistance or have questions, you can contact the Arkansas Department of Revenue directly at (501) 682-2242 between 8:00 am and 4:30 pm CST. You can also find additional resources on their website: https://www.dfa.arkansas.gov/
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