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Washington (State) - Understanding Tax Collection
For events in Washington, you’ll see a charge of up to 10.4% for Washington Sales Tax on the Eventbrite fees. For detailed information, visit dor.wa.gov. Learn more about tax on Eventbrite fees.
IMPORTANT: In compliance with US tax laws, Eventbrite no longer collects Tax on Ticketing Fees for US events created after November 15, 2023. Learn more about Eventbrite’s tax collection in the US.
In this article
- If you’ve been collecting tax in Washington
- If you or your event is tax-exempt
Under our Terms of Service, you allow Eventbrite to collect and remit tax on Eventbrite fees in jurisdictions where Eventbrite is legally required to do so. Please note that you’re responsible for understanding all of your tax obligations. In some areas, taxing authorities (city, county and/or state) may impose separate taxes on the same transaction that Eventbrite does not collect.
If you’ve been collecting tax in Washington
In most jurisdictions, Eventbrite’s collection of tax on the Eventbrite fees does not change your responsibility to collect tax on the amount you charge to your attendees.
You’re still responsible to collect, remit, and report to the tax authorities the correct amount of tax due on the amounts you charge to your attendees. If you determine you need to charge tax, you can add tax on ticket sales.
If you’re not sure if you need to charge tax on your ticket sales, please consult your tax advisor. Eventbrite can’t give you tax advice.
If you or your event is tax-exempt
Generally, and with very limited exceptions, the State of Washington does not provide a sales tax exemption. If you believe you’re exempt please send the below documents to tax-nonprofitorg@eventbrite.com:
Completed Buyers’ Retail Sales Tax Exemption Certificate
IRS Determination Letter
For more information on state specific tax exemption, please reference the Washington Department of Revenue Website.