California CDTFA Contact Information

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California CDTFA Contact Information

Need to reach the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration? Here are all the ways to get help.

Main Contact Information

Customer Service Center800-400-7115
TDD/TTY800-735-2929
HoursMonday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Pacific)
Websitecdtfa.ca.gov
Online Servicesonlineservices.cdtfa.ca.gov

Mailing Address

California Department of Tax and Fee Administration
P.O. Box 942879
Sacramento, CA 94279-0001

Major Field Offices

Los Angeles: 300 S. Spring Street, Suite 9501, Los Angeles, CA 90013

San Francisco: 121 Spear Street, Suite 460, San Francisco, CA 94105

San Diego: 1350 Front Street, Suite 5024, San Diego, CA 92101

Sacramento: 450 N Street, Sacramento, CA 95814

Fresno: 2550 Mariposa Mall, Room 2000, Fresno, CA 93721

Online Services Available

  • Apply for a Seller’s Permit
  • File and pay sales tax returns
  • Update business information
  • View account history
  • Request copies of permits

Forms and Publications

  • CDTFA-400: Sales and Use Tax Return
  • CDTFA-230: General Resale Certificate
  • CDTFA-101: Registration Application

Access at: cdtfa.ca.gov/formspubs

Related California Guides

Rates and Fees – Current California sales tax rates.

Business Licensing – Other licenses your business may need.

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