Registration Fee: The sales tax permit registration fee in New Mexico is free.
Renewal Required?: Sales tax permit renewal is not required in New Mexico.
Turnaround Time: In New Mexico, you can log in and view your Business Tax Identification Number and registration certificate online right away after submitting your application. A physical copy will arrive by mail within 7-14 business days.
Do You Need to Get a Sales Tax Permit in New Mexico?
The first step in registering for a sales tax permit is determining if you even need one. In general, you need a sales tax permit in New Mexico if you have a physical presence or meet economic nexus requirements. For more detailed information on the necessity of getting a permit, you can learn more at our blog post “Do You Need to Get a Sales Tax Permit in New Mexico?”
If you are not sure where you should get sales tax permits, we can help determine that for you with our Sales Tax Starter Kit Service.
Once you’re sure you need a sales tax permit in New Mexico, you can proceed with registering.
Types of Sales Tax Permits Available
New Mexico refers to its sales tax as a Gross Receipts tax and when you register you will be issued a Business Tax Identification Number (BTIN). There currently is no charge to apply for a New Mexico BTIN.
If you’re already feeling a little overwhelmed, you should know that we can handle the entire permit registration process for you with our Sales Tax Permit Registration Service.
Where to Register for a New Mexico Sales Tax Permit
There are two ways to register for a permit in New Mexico, either by paper application or via the online website. We recommend submitting the application via the online website as it will generally be processed faster and you will receive a confirmation upon submission. Having a submission confirmation will help in the event that your application is not processed on-time, or in the event that it is not processed at all (which unfortunately can happen every now and again).
Online Application Location: The best place to register for a sales tax permit with the state of New Mexico is on their website at https://tap.state.nm.us/tap/_/
Paper Application Location: Application for Business Tax Identification Number
Where to Go if You Need Help Registering for a Sales Tax Permit in New Mexico
If you are stuck or have questions, you can either contact the state of New Mexico directly or reach out to us and we can register for a sales tax permit on your behalf.
How to contact the New Mexico Taxation and Revenue Department if you have questions: You can contact the New Mexico Taxation and Revenue Department at (505) 827-0700.
How to contact TaxValet if you want someone to handle your permit registration for you: You can learn more about our sales tax permit registration service by clicking here.
Information Needed to Register for a Sales Tax Permit in New Mexico
Before you begin the process of registering with the state, make sure you have access to the following information:
- Federal tax ID, typically called the EIN, issued by the IRS
- Knowledge of your business entity structure
- Name, address, and SSN of business owners, partners, or officers
- Date and state of incorporation
- North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) number
- Start date with the state of New Mexico
- Your estimated sales tax liability in New Mexico (used to determine your filing frequency)
To get started, choose the link titled “Apply for a New Mexico Business Tax ID” on the website.
What Happens After You Apply for a Sales Tax Permit in New Mexico?
Once you submit your application, you'll be directed to a page showing your confirmation number, and you'll be able to log in right away to your Taxpayer Access Point (TAP) account with the credentials you created during registration to view your Business Tax Identification Number and registration certificate.
A physical copy of your registration certificate and Business Tax Identification Number will be mailed to your address within 7-14 business days. This document will also specify your filing frequency and due dates for sales tax returns.
If at any point you are stuck and want a team of experts to handle all of this for you, don’t hesitate to contact us.
