Bellevue, Washington imposes a Business and Occupation (B&O) tax on businesses operating within the city limits. This tax is based on the gross receipts or square footage of a business.
Key Points
- Yes, Bellevue collects a B&O tax.
- Business License Required: If you engage in business activities in Bellevue, you must obtain a business license and pay the B&O tax. This applies even if your primary office is located outside the city.
- Business License Validity: Bellevue general business licenses are valid for the life of the business.
- Quarterly Filing: You are required to file multi-purpose tax returns and pay the B&O tax quarterly.
- Gross Receipts B&O Tax: Most businesses will report their B&O tax based on gross receipts. The current tax rate is 0.1496% of taxable gross receipts.
- Square Footage B&O Tax: This applies to businesses that have offices in Bellevue but do not generate revenue taxable under the gross receipts B&O tax. The tax rate is $0.2318 per taxable square foot per quarter.
- Exemptions: Businesses with annual taxable gross receipts of $150,000 or less and taxable square footage of 250 square feet or less may be exempt from paying the Bellevue B&O tax.
For more information or to consult with a tax professional, please visit our Local Bellevue page.
Note: Tax laws and regulations can change over time. It is essential to consult with a tax professional to ensure you are compliant with the latest B&O tax requirements.
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