Virginia: Registration tips for in-state and out-of-state sellers
The state of Virginia assigns slightly different registration numbers to sellers depending upon whether or not you are an in-state seller or an out-of-state seller.
- Before setting up filing for Virginia, you'll need to verify that your registration number properly reflects your status as an in-state or out-of-state seller.
How to verify that you are correctly registered as an an in-state seller:
An in-state seller with a physical (non-Amazon) location in the state of Virginia should have a Virginia Business Tax ID that begins with '10'.
How to verify that you are correctly registered as an out of state seller:
An out of state seller without a physical location in the state of Virginia should have a Virginia Business Tax ID that begins with a '12'.
How can I correct my registration?
As the taxpayer and account holder, you are the only person who is authorized to change your state registration. To correct your state registration and obtain a new account number that matches your seller status, please contact the state at: 804-367-8037.
The state will likely direct you to follow the steps below, but please contact the state first in order to receive specific direction from them regarding your account specifically:
- Complete the R-1 form with the State of Virginia.
- Fax or mail the completed form and note to VA DOT according to the instructions found on the last page of the R-1 form.