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Wisconsin Department of Revenue

Business Tax Online Registration

  1. How long will it take to get my permit/certificate if I use the Business Tax Online Registration?
  2. How will I be notified of my permit/certificate number?
  3. How do I pay my application fee?
  4. What is my 15 digit tax account number?
  5. How do I locate the proper NAICS Code?
  6. What county do I choose if I am from out-of-state?
  7. I have filled out the entire application form but I do not get the “file” button. Why not?
  8. I have completed my application, how will I know the department has received it?
  9. What do I do if I am unable to complete my application?
  10. Why am I required to enter my social security number?
  11. Can I register to file and pay my taxes online at the same time?
  12. What if I previously held a permit/certificate and would like to reactivate that account?
  13. What if I don’t have a Federal Employer Identification Number (FEIN)?
  1. How long will it take to get my permit/certificate if I use the Business Tax Online Registration?

    You will receive a registration packet, including the permit/certificate within 5 to 7 business days.

  2. How will I be notified of my permit/certificate number?

    Non-expedited applications will receive notification by US mail within 5 to 7 business days.

    Expedited applications will receive notification the next business day via e-mail.

  3. How do I pay my application fee?

    You will receive a bill for the fee with your registration packet within 5 to 7 days after the registration process. Payment method options will be listed on the bill. You can pay the fee electronically at the time of registration.

  4. What is my 15 digit tax account number?

    If you are applying for an additional tax type or an additional sales tax location using the online registration system you will be asked for your 15 digit tax account number. This number can be found on your current Business Tax Registration Certificate.

  5. How do I locate the proper NAICS Code?

    Click on the light bulb icon located by the question regarding NAICS Codes. Then click on Code. A list of the codes will appear.

  6. What county do I choose if I am from out-of-state?

    At the top of the list is a choice titled, "Not In Wisconsin".

  7. I have filled out the entire application form but the “file” button is not green. Why not?

    Please review your application for any item that has an asterisk * next to it. Any asterisk * items need to be resolved before the file button will be active. Click on any items with the asterisk and you will be returned to that page of the application. There will be a red stop sign next to the item on that page that needs to be corrected.

  8. I have completed my application, how will I know the department has received it?

    Once you have successfully completed and submitted the application, you will receive a congratulations message and confirmation number indicating we have received your application. Please note this is NOT your tax account number. It is only used for purposes of tracking your registration. Your actual account number(s) will be mailed to you within 5 to 7 business days after the application has been processed on our system.

  9. What do I do if I am unable to complete my application?

    If you’re unable to complete the form because of error messages, you may contact the Department of Revenue at (608) 266-2776 for assistance.

  10. Why am I required to enter my social security number and/or federal employer identification number?

    We require this information to ensure proper identification and to avoid duplicate registrations.

  11. Can I register to file and pay my taxes online at the same time?

    Once you have completed the Business Tax Online Registration you may register to file business tax returns and make payments online. Go to the My Tax Account Registration FAQ's for more information.

  12. What if I previously held a permit/certificate and would like to reactivate that account?

    If you previously held a permit/certificate and would like to reactivate that permit/certificate, you cannot use the Business Tax Online Registration system. You must complete the paper copy of the Application for Business Tax Registration, or use My Tax Account to submit a request to reactivate an inactive account.

  13. What if I don’t have a Federal Employer Identification Number (FEIN)?

    The Business Tax Online Registration system requires a FEIN for most entities that are applying for a permit/certificate. If you need to apply for a FEIN, you can contact the IRS at 1-800-829-1040 or www.irs.gov.

For additional information see our Business Tax Frequently Asked Questions.

FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT:

WISCONSIN DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE
Customer Service Bureau
Mail stop 5-77
P.O. Box 8949
Madison, WI 53708-8949
Phone: (608) 266-2776
Fax: (608) 267-1030
E-Mail Additional Questions

Last updated January 12, 2010