Ready to register in Tennessee? Apply for your Tennessee sales tax permit online – it only takes a few minutes.
How to Get Your Tennessee Sales Tax Permit
Registering for a Tennessee sales tax permit is FREE and can be completed online through the Tennessee DOR. Here is exactly how to do it.
What You Will Need Before Starting
- Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) or Social Security Number
- Tennessee business address (physical location)
- Business entity type and formation documents
- Date you will begin making sales in Tennessee
- NAICS code for your business activity
- Description of products or services you sell
- Owner/officer information
- Bank account information for electronic filing
Step-by-Step Registration Process
Step 1: Access the Online Portal
Visit the Tennessee DOR online portal at tntap.tn.gov. Online registration is the fastest method.
Step 2: Create an Account
Create an online account with your email and a secure password. This account will be used for all future tax filings and payments.
Step 3: Complete the Application
- Business Information: Legal name, trade name, entity type, EIN
- Location Details: Physical and mailing addresses
- Tax Types: Select Sales and Use Tax
- Owner Information: Names and identification of responsible parties
Step 4: Submit Your Application
Review all information and submit. Registration is free. You will receive confirmation of your registration.
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Tennessee Economic Nexus
Remote sellers must register if they exceed $100,000 in sales in Tennessee in the previous or current calendar year.
Filing Frequency
Tennessee assigns filing frequency based on tax liability: Monthly or Quarterly. The Tennessee DOR will notify you of your assigned frequency.
Related Tennessee Guides
Rates and Fees
Current Tennessee sales tax rates.
DOR Contact
Tennessee DOR contact info.
Disclaimer: This guide is for informational purposes only. We are not affiliated with the Tennessee DOR. For official information, visit tn.gov/revenue.