Who needs a sales tax permit in Idaho?

According to the Idaho State law Idaho requires retailers who are doing business in Idaho, to get a seller’s permit and collect sales tax on the sale of goods.

You’re considered to be doing business in Idaho if you have a physical presence in the state. This presence could be permanent or temporary.

This includes:

  • Having an office located in Idaho
  • Home office
  • warehouse
  • sales or sample room
  • storage place

Maintaining a stock of goods

  • Renting or leasing property to someone who uses the property in Idaho
  • Servicing tangible personal property in Idaho
  • Having a salesman, agent, or representative who comes to Idaho to sell, deliver, install, or take orders.