The Arkansas ET-1 form is utilized to report all state and local taxes imposed under the Gross Receipts (Sales) Tax and Compensating Use Tax Acts. This form requires accurate reporting of taxable sales and the corresponding tax due. To ensure compliance and avoid penalties, it is essential to fill out the ET-1 form correctly and submit it on time. Start the process by clicking the button below to access the form.
The Arkansas ET-1 form serves as a comprehensive tool for reporting various state and local taxes under the Gross Receipts (Sales) Tax and Compensating Use Tax Acts. Taxpayers must use this form to accurately report taxable sales and purchases, ensuring compliance with Arkansas tax regulations. The form requires rounding all figures to the nearest whole dollar and mandates the use of blue or black ink. It encompasses multiple tax categories, including Gross Receipts Tax, Food Tax, Manufacturing Utility Tax, and Aviation Tax, among others. Each category has specific lines for reporting taxable sales, gross tax due, discounts, and net tax due. Additionally, the form allows for the reporting of local sales and use taxes, along with special and alcoholic beverage taxes. Taxpayers can also file amended returns if necessary, streamlining the process through the Arkansas Taxpayer Access Point (ATAP). This online platform provides secure access to tax accounts and facilitates various functions, including filing returns and making payments. Understanding the ET-1 form is crucial for Arkansas taxpayers to ensure accurate reporting and timely compliance with state tax obligations.
Sales Tax for 2022
The Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration would like to remind you about the new Arkansas Taxpayer Access Point (ATAP). ATAP is a web-based service that gives taxpayers, or their designated representative, online access to their tax accounts and related information. ATAP is available for most taxes administered by the Revenue Division. If you are not currently using ATAP, go to atap.arkansas.gov to sign up and learn about the services available.
ATAP operates in a secure environment where you will set your password and account access information, and only you can update or change this information. Arkansas taxpayers will be provided with secure access to their tax accounts 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and will afford users the ability to perform the following functions:
File and amend returns*
Store banking information for use during payment submission
Make payments
Register for additional tax types
Change name and address
Maintain all tax account types via a single login
View correspondence
Assign 3rd party logins (CPA, power of attorney, responsible
View payments submitted
party, etc.)
View recent account activity
File a return using XML return upload for selected taxes
View tax period financial information (tax, penalty,
File an Annual Reconciliation for Withholding Tax
interest, credits, balance, etc.)
Upload W-2 information
*Individual Income Tax returns are not available to File or Amend on ATAP at this time
What’s New in Sales Tax for 2022
Effective: January 1, 2022
Act 776: Provides that the Department prepare and deliver a report of the awarded amounts of credit or rebate of sales and use tax in Ark. Code §§ 26-52-427, 26-52-523, and 26-53-138 to each city government and county government impacted by the award of the credit or rebate. The report will be delivered electronically on a monthly basis and shall include the name of the taxpayers which were awarded the credit or rebate and the amount. The Department shall not discuss any details of the individual claims in the report with the city government, the county government, or a third party.
The information received by a city government or county government under this subsection shall remain confidential and is not subject to disclosure.
Act 1013: Provides a reduced State sales and use tax rate of 3.5% on the sale of a used motor vehicle, trailer, or semitrailer that has a sales price of at least four thousand dollars ($4,000) but less than ten thousand dollars ($10,000).
Act 1059: Provides that the Department prepare and deliver an electronic report upon request to a municipality or county of the revenues generated within the boundaries of the city or county. The report shall provide the total number of sales and use tax permit holders and the tax amounts reported to the Department by North American Industry
Classification System four-digit code. The Department shall not discuss any details of the report with the city government,
the county government, or a third party. The information received by a city government or county government under this subsection shall remain confidential and is not subject to disclosure.
All of the Acts referenced above can be located on the Arkansas General Assembly’s website at http://www.arkleg.state.ar.us/SearchCenter/Pages/historicalbil.aspx for further review.
ET-1 ARKANSAS EXCISE TAX RETURN INSTRUCTIONS
Form ET-1 is used to report all state and local taxes levied under the Gross Receipts (Sales) Tax and Compensating Use Tax Acts. ALL FIGURES ON THIS REPORT ARE TO BE ROUNDED TO THE NEAREST WHOLE DOLLAR. If the cents amount is 49¢ or less, the cents are dropped. Example, $10.47 would be $10.00. If the cents is 50¢ or more, round up to the next dollar. Example, $11.56 would be $12.00.
Please use blue or black ink in completing the form. Do not use pencil.
Gross Receipts Tax
This section of the reporting form is used to report all sales by In-State Sellers.
State Tax
Line 1A Taxable Sales - Insert your state taxable sales from the Taxable Sales Worksheet on this line.
Line 1C Gross Tax Due - Multiply your Taxable Sales in column A by the state rate of 6.5%. Enter amount here.
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Line 1D 2% Discount - Multiply Line 1C by 2% (.02) and enter amount here. If the report is postmarked by the 20th of the month due and full payment is made with the report, the 2% discount will be allowed. The discount for state taxes (Lines 1D, 2D, 3D, and 4D) cannot exceed $1000.
Line 1E Tourism Credit - Enter the amount of Tourism Credit if applicable on this line.
Line 1F Net Tax Due -Subtract any amounts shown on line 1D and 1E from the amount on line 1C. Enter the difference on this line.
Food Tax
Line 2A Taxable Sales - (Food & Food Ingredients) Insert your state taxable sales from the Taxable Sales Worksheet on this line. Line 2C Gross Tax Due - Multiply your Taxable Sales in column A by the state rate of 0.125%. Enter the amount here.
Line 2D 2% Discount - Multiply Line 2C by 2% (.02) and enter here. If the report is postmarked by the 20th of the month due and full payment is made with the report, the 2% discount will be allowed. The discount for state taxes (Lines 1D, 2D, 3D, and 4D) cannot exceed $1000.
Line 2E Tourism Credit - Enter the amount of Tourism Credit if applicable here.
Line 2F Net Tax Due - Subtract any amounts shown on line 2D and 2E from the amount on line 2C. Enter the difference here.
Mfg. Utility Tax
Line 3A Taxable Sales - Insert your state taxable sales from the Taxable Sales Worksheet on this line.
Line 3C Gross Tax Due - Multiply your Taxable Sales in column A by the state rate of 0.625%. Enter amount here.
Line 3D 2% Discount - Multiply Line 3C by 2% (.02) and enter amount here. If the report is postmarked by the 20th of the month due and full payment is made with the report, the 2% discount will be allowed. The discount for state taxes (Lines 1D, 2D, 3D, and 4D) cannot exceed $1000.
Line 3F Net Tax Due - Subtract any amounts shown on line 3D from the amount on line 3C. Enter the difference here.
Aviation Tax
Line 4A Taxable Sales - Insert your state taxable sales from the Taxable Sales Worksheet on this line.
Line 4C Gross Tax Due - Multiply your Taxable Sales in column A by the state rate of 6.5%. Enter amount here.
Line 4D 2% Discount - Multiply Line 4C by 2% (.02) and enter amount here. If the report is postmarked by the 20th of the month due and full payment is made with the report, the 2% discount will be allowed. The discount for state taxes (Lines 1D, 2D, 3D, and 4D) cannot exceed $1000.
Line 4F Net Tax Due - Subtract any amounts shown on line 4D from the amount on line 4C. Enter the difference here.
Vendor Use Tax
This section of the reporting form is used to report all sales by Out-Of-State Sellers selling into the State of Arkansas.
Line 5A Taxable Sales - Insert your state taxable sales from the Taxable Sales Worksheet on this line. Line 5C Gross Tax Due - Multiply Line 5A by 6.5% and enter amount here.
Line 6A Taxable Sales - Insert your state taxable sales from the Taxable Sales Worksheet on this line. Line 6C Gross Tax Due - Multiply Line 6A by 0.125% and enter amount here.
Line 7A Taxable Sales - Insert your state taxable sales from the Taxable Sales Worksheet on this line. Line 7C Gross Tax Due - Multiply Line 7A by 0.625% and enter amount here.
Line 8A Taxable Sales - Insert your state taxable sales from the Taxable Sales Worksheet on this line. Line 8C Gross Tax Due - Multiply Line 8A by 6.5% and enter amount here.
Consumer Use Tax
This section of the reporting form is used to report all taxable purchases by all taxpayers. Taxable purchases are purchases from out-of- state which are for use, storage, consumption, or distribution in Arkansas during a reporting period.
Line 9A Taxable Purchases - Insert your state taxable sales from the Taxable Sales Worksheet on this line. Line 9C Gross Tax Due - Multiply your Taxable Sales in column A by the state rate of 6.5%. Enter amount here. Line 9D Economic Dev Credit - Enter the amount of Economic Dev Credit if applicable on this line.
Line 9E Net Tax Due - Subtract any amounts shown on line 9D from the amount on line 9C. Enter the difference.
Line 10A Taxable Purchases - Insert your state taxable sales from the Taxable Sales Worksheet on this line.
Line 10C Gross Tax Due - Multiply your Taxable Sales in column A by the state rate of 0.125%. Enter amount here.
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Line 10D Economic Dev Credit - Enter the amount of Economic Dev Credit if applicable here.
Line 10E Net Tax Due - Subtract any amounts shown on line 10D from the amount on line 10C. Enter the difference here.
Line 11A Taxable Purchases - Insert your state taxable sales from the Taxable Sales Worksheet on this line.
Line 11C Gross Tax Due - Multiply your Taxable Sales in column A by the state rate of 0.625%. Enter amount here. Line 11D Economic Dev Credit - Enter the amount of Economic Dev Credit if applicable on this line.
Line 11E Net Tax Due - Subtract any amounts shown on line 11D from the amount on line 11C. Enter the difference here.
Line 12A Taxable Purchases - Insert your state taxable sales from the Taxable Sales Worksheet on this line. Line 12C Gross Tax Due - Multiply your Taxable Sales in column A by the state rate of 6.5%. Enter amount here. Line 12D Economic Dev Credit - Enter the amount of Economic Dev Credit if applicable on this line.
Line 12E Net Tax Due - Subtract any amounts shown on line 12D from the amount on line 12C. Enter the difference here.
Mfg. Repair Tax
Line 13A Taxable Purchases - Insert your state taxable sales from the Taxable Sales Worksheet on this line. Line 13C Gross Tax Due - Multiply your Taxable Sales in column A by the state rate of 1.5%. Enter amount here. Line 13D Economic Dev Credit - Enter the amount of Economic Dev Credit if applicable on this line.
Line 13E Net Tax Due - Subtract any amounts shown on line 13D from the amount on line 13C. Enter the difference here.
Special Additional Excise Taxes
This section of the reporting form is used to report any of the Special Additional Taxes filed on the ET-1 form.
For Future Use
Line 14 For Future Use.
Tourism Tax
Line 15A Taxable Sales & Purchases - Insert your state taxable sales from the Taxable Sales Worksheet on this line. Line 15C Gross Tax Due - Multiply Column A by the state rate of 2%. Enter amount here.
Line 15D 2% Discount - Multiply Line 15C by 2% (.02) and enter amount here. If the report is postmarked by the 20th of the month due and full payment is made with the report, the 2% discount will be allowed. Discount cannot exceed $1,000.00.
Line 15E Net Tax Due - Subtract any amounts shown on line 15D from the amount on line 15C. Enter the difference here.
Short Term Rental Tax
Line 16A Taxable Sales - Insert your state taxable sales from the Taxable Sales Worksheet on this line. Line 16C Gross Tax Due - Multiply Column A by the state rate of 1%. Enter amount here.
Line 16D 2% Discount - Multiply Line 16C by 2% (.02) and enter amount here. If the report is postmarked by the 20th of the month due and full payment is made with the report, the 2% discount will be allowed. Discount cannot exceed $1,000.00
Line 16E Net Tax Due - Subtract any amounts shown on line 16D from the amount on line 16C. Enter the difference here.
Short Term Rental Vehicle Tax
Line 17A Taxable Sales - Insert your state taxable sales from the Taxable Sales Worksheet on this line. Line 17C Gross Tax Due - Multiply Column A by the state rate of 10%. Enter amount here.
Line 17D 2% Discount - Multiply Line 17C by 2% (.02) and enter amount here. If the report is postmarked by the 20th of the month due and full payment is made with the report, the 2% discount will be allowed. Discount cannot exceed $1,000.00.
Line 17E Net Tax Due - Subtract any amounts shown on line 17D from the amount on line 17C. Enter the difference here.
Line 18 For Future Use.
Residential Moving Tax
Line 19A Taxable Sales - Insert your state taxable sales from the Taxable Sales Worksheet on this line. Line 19C Gross Tax Due - Multiply Column A by the state rate of 4.5%. Enter amount here.
Line 19D 2% Discount - Multiply Line 19C by 2% (.02) and enter amount here. If the report is postmarked by the 20th of the month due and full payment is made with the report, the 2% discount will be allowed. Discount cannot exceed $1,000.00.
Line 19E Net Tax Due - Subtract any amounts shown on line 19D from the amount on line 19C. Enter the difference here.
Wholesale Vending Tax
Line 20A Taxable Sales - Insert your state taxable sales from the Taxable Sales Worksheet on this line. Line 20E Gross Tax Due - Multiply Line 20A by 7% and enter amount here.
Alcoholic Beverage Taxes
This section of the reporting form is used to report any of the Alcoholic Beverage Taxes filed on the ET-1 form.
10% Mixed Drink Tax
Line 21A Taxable Sales - Insert your state taxable sales from the Taxable Sales Worksheet on this line. Line 21E Gross Tax Due - Multiply Line 21A by 10% and enter amount here.
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4% Additional Mixed Drink Tax
Line 22A Taxable Sales - Insert your state taxable sales from the Taxable Sales Worksheet on this line. Line 22E Gross Tax Due - Multiply Line 22A by 4% and enter amount here.
Liquor & Wine Excise Tax
Line 23A Taxable Sales - Insert your state taxable sales from the Taxable Sales Worksheet on this line. Line 23E Gross Tax Due - Multiply Line 23A by 3% and enter amount here.
Beer Excise Tax
Line 24A Taxable Sales - Insert your state taxable sales from the Taxable Sales Worksheet on this line. Line 24E Gross Tax Due - Multiply Line 24A by 1% and enter amount here.
Line 25 Total Special & Alcoholic Beverage Taxes - Add the net tax due from lines 14 thru 24 and enter here. Place this amount on Line 34 on the front page of the tax return.
Local Sales and Use Taxes
Column A City & County - Insert the name of each city or each county you want to report if it is not pre-printed on your forms. (1 per line please)
Column B Code - Insert the Local Tax code for each city and each county. These codes can be found in this instruction packet and on our Website at www.arkansas.gov/salestax.
Column C Type Tax - depending on what type of transaction you are reporting, this designates which line you should use in column D, F, H, and I. Use tax is for out-of-state purchases or sales made by out-of-state vendors.
Column D Taxable Sales & Purchases - (Lines 26 thru 31) – Report sales tax in the top portion of each line and use tax in the bottom
portion of each line. A local rental vehicle tax is also due and should be combined with the amount remitted for local sales tax. Round all figures to the nearest whole dollar. If you have more than six (6) cities and counties to report, attach
Schedule L, located at www.arkansas.gov/salestax.
Column E Tax Rate - Enter the appropriate tax rate (found on the attached list) for the city and the county you are reporting. This list is updated quarterly; please check for possible rate changes.
Column F Gross Tax Due – Multiply the taxable sales or purchases by the applicable tax rate (Column E) and enter the calculated amount here.
Column G 2% Discount – For Sales Tax accounts only, multiply the Gross Sales Tax Due by 2% (.02) and enter the amount here. If the report is postmarked by the 20th of the month due and full payment is made with the report, the 2% discount will be allowed. The discount shall not exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000) per city and county reported. Use Tax accounts are
not eligible for the 2% discount.
Column H Local Tax Rebate – Enter the amount of additional local taxes paid in excess of $2,500 to a seller on qualifying purchases which are eligible for the local tax rebate.
Column I Net Tax Due – Subtract the 2% Discount Amount and any amounts entered in Column H from the Gross Tax Due Amount for the applicable line. Enter the difference here.
Line 32 Total Local Sales and Use Tax – Add the local taxes from all schedules and enter here. Place this amount on Line 35 on the front page of the tax report.
TOTALS (Lines 33 - 38)
Line 33 Total State Tax – Add Net Tax Due for Lines 1 through 13 and place the total on this line. Line 34 Total Special & Alcoholic Beverage Tax – Amount from Line 25 should be entered here. Line 35 Total Local Tax – Amount from Line 32 should be entered here.
Line 36 Total Tax Due – Add Lines 33, 34, and 35 and place the total amount here.
Line 37 Less Prepayments (if required) – Those businesses which are required to make prepayments of sales and/or vendor use tax should take a deduction for those prepayments here.
Line 38 Net Tax Due – Subtract Line 37 from Line 36 and enter the amount here.
Sign Here: Return must be signed by a responsible party.
Payment Voucher Instructions
Insert the amount being paid with the return in the Amount Paid boxes. Also, to ensure payment gets credited to your account, please write your account number on your check. PLEASE LEAVE VOUCHER ATTACHED TO FORM.
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NOTE: In order to determine your taxable sales, we have provided the following worksheet for you to use:
Amended Returns
Form ET-1 allows taxpayers to file an amended return if needed. Check the “Amended Return” box at the top of the return and complete
the return as it would be amended. Attach a letter of explanation and fully explain all of the changes and the reason for the changes.
Failure to attach your explanations will delay the processing of your amended return. The fastest and easiest way to file an amended return is via ATAP: https://atap.arkansas.gov/.
Tax Types reported on form ET-1:
Below are brief descriptions of the taxes remitted and collected on form ET-1. For further information on the collection of these taxes, please visit our Website, www.arkansas.gov/salestax or contact our office at (501) 682-7104.
Sales Tax (Gross Receipts Tax)
Sales or gross receipts tax is levied on retail sales and is collected by the retailer from customers and remitted by the retailer to the State. The retailer gets to retain 2% of the tax collected ($1,000 per month maximum) as a collection fee if the retailer’s remittance is on or before the dates due.
Current Tax Rate is 6.5% (non-food items).
Use Tax (Compensating Use Tax)
The compensating or use tax is levied on retail sales to every person in this State for the privilege of storing, using, distributing or consuming, within the State, any article of tangible personal property or taxable service purchased from outside the State. The tax is in lieu of the State sales tax. It is collected by out-of-state vendors from Arkansas customers and is remitted by them to the State or is reported directly by an in-state purchaser if the tax is not collected by an out-of-state seller.
As of January 1, 2019, the state tax rate on sales of food and food ingredients is one eighth of one percent (0.125%) of the gross re- ceipts or gross proceeds derived from the sale. See Rule 2007-3 on our Website, www.arkansas.gov/salestax or contact our office at
(501) 682-7104.
Current Tax Rate is 0.125%.
Manufacturing Utility Tax
As of July 1, 2015, the state tax rate on sales of natural gas or electricity to a manufacturer for use directly in the manufacturing process is five eighths of one percent (0.625%) of the gross receipts or gross proceeds derived from the sale. See Rule 2007-5 on our Website,
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www.arkansas.gov/salestax or contact our office at (501) 682-7104.
Current Tax Rate is 0.625%.
Aviation Sales Tax
The sales tax on aircraft and aviation fuel, aviation services, parts, accessories and other sales taxes remitted by aircraft dealers, airports and flying fields are collected by the Commissioner of Revenues and remitted to the State Treasury.
Current Tax Rate is 6.5%.
Aviation Use Tax
The use tax on aircraft and aviation fuel, aircraft parts and accessories is collected by the Commissioner of Revenues and remitted to the State Treasury.
2% Tourism Tax
The tax is levied upon the gross receipts or gross proceeds derived from admissions to tourist attractions or the sale or rental on items related to tourism. The tax is collected, reported and paid in the same manner as all other gross receipts taxes. The monies collected are deposited as special revenues and credited to the Tourism Development Trust Fund. Current Tax Rate is 2% and is levied upon the gross receipts of the following:
Admission to theme parks, water parks, water slides, river and lake boat cruises and excursions, local sightseeing and excursion tours, helicopter tours, excursion railroads, carriage rides, horse racing, dog racing, indoor or outdoor plays or music shows, folk centers, observation towers, privately owned or operated museums, privately owned historic sites or buildings, and natural formations; the services of furnishing hotel and motel rooms, lodging houses, condominiums and tourist camps or courts
to transient guests; camping fees at public or private campgrounds; rentals of watercraft, boats, motors, and related motor equipment; life jackets and cushions, water skis, oars, and paddles.
In addition to the Gross Receipts and Compensating Use Tax, there is levied an additional tax of 1% on all tangible personal property that is rented or leased for a period of less than 30 days. The tax is applicable to all rentals or leases regardless of whether tax was paid on the rental property at the time of purchase.
Current Tax Rate is 1%.
A rental vehicle tax is levied on the gross receipts or gross proceeds derived from rentals of licensed motor vehicles for a period of less than 30 days. A local rental vehicle tax is also due and should be combined with the amount remitted for local sales tax. The rate will be equal to the local tax rate in effect for the jurisdiction where the rental occurs.
Current Tax Rate is 10% plus the local rental vehicle tax.
A gross receipts tax is levied upon the rental of gasoline or diesel powered trucks rented or leased for residential moving or shipping. Current Tax Rate is 4.5%.
Vending machine operators have three options with regard to the payment of tax. Sales made through vending machines are not subject to the gross receipts tax, but the vending device operator must (1) pay a “wholesale vending tax” of 7% on property purchased
for resale through a vending device, (2) pay sales tax on all purchases from vendors with no sales for resale exemption or (3) purchase a vending machine decal instead of paying sales tax or wholesale tax. If a vending machine operator chooses this option, all machines operated must have decals on them.
Current Tax Rate is 7%.
Mixed Drink Tax
In addition to the gross receipts tax, holders of mixed drink permits (except private club permits) issued by the Alcoholic Beverage Control Division must collect and remit the ten percent (10%) supplemental gross receipts tax on all sales of alcoholic beverages except beer and wine.
In addition to the gross receipts tax, holders of private club permits issued by the Alcoholic Beverage Control Division must collect and remit the 10% supplemental gross receipts tax upon all charges to members for the preparation and serving of mixed drinks or for the cooling and serving of beer and wine. A private club which also has a beer permit should collect the state and local sales tax but not the ten percent (10%) supplemental tax on its sales of beer.
Current Tax Rate is 10%.
Additional Mixed Drink
In addition to the gross receipts tax and ten percent (10%) supplemental tax, holders of mixed drink permits must collect and remit the four percent (4%) supplemental gross receipts tax on all sales of alcoholic beverages except beer and wine.
In addition to the gross receipts tax and ten percent (10%) supplemental tax, holders of private club permits must collect and remit the four percent (4%) supplemental gross receipts tax upon all charges to members for the preparation and serving of mixed drinks only. Current Tax Rate is 4%.
A special Alcoholic Beverage Excise Tax of 3% is levied upon all retail receipts or proceeds derived from the sale of liquor, cordials, liqueurs, specialties, sparkling and still wines. The tax is collected by the retailer in addition to the retail price of such products and remitted to the Commissioner of Revenues. This tax is in addition to the Gross Receipts Tax.
Current Tax Rate is 3%.
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The tax is levied on the retail sales of beer for off premises consumption. This tax is in addition to the Gross Receipts Tax. Current Tax Rate is 1%.
Local taxes are collected and remitted similar to the state sales and use tax. You must report each city tax or county tax separately on the form.
Businesses that hold an active Arkansas Sales and Use Tax permit and file Excise Tax returns with DFA may deduct the amount of additional city or county tax on business purchases on which the full amount of local tax has been collected by the seller. The total amount of the additional tax for a qualifying rebate for each city and county for which the tax was paid must be listed on the form.
When completing the form, a credit for any additional tax paid will be deducted from the local tax due for that reporting period.
Lines 26 – 31
Report sales tax or local rental vehicle tax in the top portion of each line and use tax in the bottom portion of each line. Round all figures to the nearest whole dollar. If you have more than six (6) cities and counties to report, attach additional Schedule L, located at www.arkansas.gov/salestax.
Column A (City & County) – Enter the name of the city or county for which you are reporting tax.
Column B (Code) – Enter the local code as assigned by the Department of Finance and Administration (See enclosed list.) This list is updated quarterly and can be obtained from the Sales and Use Tax Section’s website at www.arkansas.gov/salestax.
Column D (Taxable Sales or Purchases) – Enter the taxable amount of sales or purchases.
Column E (Rate) – Enter the appropriate tax rate (found on the attached list) for the city or county you are reporting. This list is updated quarterly; please check for any possible rate changes.
Column F (Gross Tax Due) – Multiply the taxable sales or purchases by the tax rate and enter here.
Column G (2% Discount) – Multiply the Gross Sales Tax Due by 2% (.02) if paid and postmarked by the 20th of the month due. The discount does not apply to use tax or local rental vehicle tax. The discount shall not exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000) per city and county reported.
Column H (Local Tax Rebate) – Enter the amount of additional local tax paid to a seller on qualifying purchases eligible for the local tax rebate. (See Local Tax Rebate Computation below)
Column I (Net Tax Due) – Subtract the 2% Discount amount from the Gross Tax Due amount. Enter the difference here.
Line 32 Total Local Sales & Use Tax – Add the local taxes from all schedules and enter here.
EXAMPLE:
Local Sales and Use Taxes (If you have additional local taxes to report, please attach a supplemental schedule)
Tax
Taxable Sales
Less 2%
Local Cap
A. City & County
B. Code
C. Type
D. & Purchases
E. Rate F. Gross Tax Due
G. Discount
H. Rebate
I. Net Tax Due
26.
6005
SALES
10,000
1.125%
113.00
2.00
111.00
LITTLE ROCK
USE
27.
6000
1.000%
100.00
98.00
PULASKI CO.
28.
2301
0
2.125%
99.75
-99.75
CONWAY
29.
2300
0.500%
28.50
-28.50
FAULKNER CO.
30.
31.
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RECENT LOCAL TAX CHANGES
The following cities and counties have recent tax CHANGES. Please refer to the city and county local tax listing for the complete listing and current rates in local taxes. This list contains rate change information based on information available January 1, 2022.
City or County Name
Code
Date
Rate
County
Recent Action
Cotter
03-02
1/1/2022
2.000%
Baxter
Increased
Siloam Springs
04-01
Benton
Annexation
Bentonville*
04-03
Gravette
04-07
Pea Ridge*
04-10
Concord
12-01
Cleburne
Enacted
Brookland
16-04
3.000%
Craighead
Van Buren
17-02
1.500%
Crawford
Cushman
32-03
0.000%
Independence
Cabot*
43-11
Lonoke
Little Rock
60-05
Pulaski
Decreased
Fort Smith
65-01
Sebastian
Mansfield**
65-03
2.500%
Deannexation
Johnson
72-07
Washington
Fayetteville*
72-14
Beebe
73-02
1.250%
White
Sebastian County
65-00
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4/1/2022
Gentry
04-06
Centerton
04-09
Rockport
30-03
Hot Spring
Grady
40-03
Lincoln
Manila
47-13
Mississippi
Rosston
50-06
Nevada
Springdale**
72-10
West Fork
72-12
*Denotes multiple changes for this jurisdiction. **Denotes jurisdiction is in multiple Counties.
Local Tax Rebate Computation
To compute the amount of rebate, take the invoice amounts exceeding $2,500 (not including tax) and subtract $2,500 from the total Invoice amount. This result is multiplied by the local tax rate that is applicable and the product is the local tax rebate.
Local Tax Rebate EXAMPLE
You must use this method to compute each Rebate for each local tax. For more information, visit our website: www.arkansas.gov/salestax
Please Note (Texarkana):
In Accordance with Arkansas statute 26-52-523, only the .5% portion of the 2.5% Texarkana City tax is eligible for the local tax rebate allowed on business purchases.
To claim a local tax rebate on the available .5% portion of the Texarkana City tax on business purchases, complete and submit the ET-179A, Local Tax Rebate Form according to the instructions on the form. The ET-179A, Local Tax Rebate Form may be printed from on our website www.arkansas.gov/salestax. You may not claim the local tax rebate for the city of Texarkana on the ET-1 Excise Tax Return.
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Filling out the Arkansas ET-1 form is a straightforward process that requires careful attention to detail. This form is essential for reporting various state and local taxes. Ensure that you have all necessary documents, such as your Taxable Sales Worksheet, ready before you start.
Once completed, review the form for accuracy and ensure all necessary attachments are included. You can then submit the form as directed, either by mail or electronically, if applicable. Following these steps will help ensure a smooth filing process.
The Arkansas ET-1 form is used to report various state and local taxes under the Gross Receipts (Sales) Tax and Compensating Use Tax Acts. This form helps businesses calculate and remit the appropriate taxes owed to the state of Arkansas.
Any business or individual who sells taxable goods or services in Arkansas is required to file the ET-1 form. This includes in-state sellers, out-of-state sellers who sell into Arkansas, and individuals making taxable purchases from outside the state.
To access your tax account, visit the Arkansas Taxpayer Access Point (ATAP) at atap.arkansas.gov . You will need to create an account, set a password, and provide your account information. Once registered, you can manage your tax accounts online, including filing returns and making payments.
The ET-1 form allows you to report a variety of taxes, including:
If you file your report by the 20th of the month and include full payment, you may qualify for a 2% discount on certain state taxes. However, this discount cannot exceed $1,000 for each tax type. Be sure to calculate this discount carefully to maximize your savings.
When filling out the ET-1 form, use blue or black ink and round all figures to the nearest whole dollar. For example, if your taxable sales amount to $10.47, you would report it as $10.00. If it’s $11.56, round it to $12.00. Make sure to follow the specific instructions for each line item to ensure accuracy.
Yes, you can file an amended return using the ET-1 form. Check the "Amended Return" box at the top of the form and complete it with the necessary changes. Attach a letter explaining the modifications. This step is crucial, as failing to provide an explanation may delay processing.
The current state tax rate for sales of most goods in Arkansas is 6.5%. However, there are different rates for specific items, such as food and manufacturing utility, which are lower. Always check the latest guidelines to confirm the applicable rates.
For additional details about the ET-1 form, including specific tax rates and filing instructions, visit the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration's website at www.arkansas.gov/salestax . You can also contact their office directly at (501) 682-7104 for assistance.
Failing to round figures correctly. All amounts should be rounded to the nearest whole dollar. For instance, $10.47 should be rounded down to $10.00, while $11.56 should be rounded up to $12.00.
Using pencil instead of ink. The form must be completed using blue or black ink. Pencil marks can lead to processing errors.
Neglecting to check the "Amended Return" box if applicable. This oversight can delay processing and lead to confusion regarding the intent of the submission.
Not attaching necessary explanations for amended returns. Failure to provide a letter of explanation can result in delays in processing.
Incorrectly calculating the 2% discount. This discount applies only if the report is postmarked by the 20th of the month due and full payment is made.
Forgetting to sign the return. The form must be signed by a responsible party to be considered valid.
Entering incorrect tax rates. Always verify that the correct tax rate is being applied based on the latest information available.
Omitting required local tax information. Ensure that all cities and counties where sales occurred are reported accurately.
Failing to include the payment voucher. The payment should be attached to the form to ensure proper credit to the account.
Not using the Taxable Sales Worksheet effectively. This worksheet is crucial for determining accurate taxable sales and should be utilized thoroughly.
The Arkansas ET-1 form is essential for reporting various sales and use taxes. Along with this form, several other documents may be required to ensure accurate tax reporting and compliance. Here’s a brief overview of six commonly used forms and documents that often accompany the ET-1 form.
Using these forms and documents alongside the Arkansas ET-1 ensures that taxpayers can navigate their tax obligations smoothly. Accurate reporting not only helps in compliance but also minimizes the risk of penalties or audits.
The Arkansas ET-1 form is similar to the IRS Form 1040, which is used for individual income tax returns. Both forms require taxpayers to report their financial information accurately. Just as the ET-1 focuses on sales and excise taxes, the 1040 centers on income. Each form includes sections for deductions and credits, allowing taxpayers to calculate their net tax due. They both serve as crucial documents for compliance, ensuring that taxpayers meet their obligations to the state or federal government.
Another document akin to the Arkansas ET-1 is the IRS Form 941, the Employer's Quarterly Federal Tax Return. This form is used by employers to report income taxes, Social Security tax, and Medicare tax withheld from employees' paychecks. Like the ET-1, it requires accurate calculations of tax liabilities based on specific rates. Both forms must be filed periodically, and they help ensure that businesses remain compliant with tax laws while contributing to government revenue.
The Arkansas ET-1 also resembles the California Sales and Use Tax Return (Form BOE-401-A). This form is used by California businesses to report sales and use taxes collected during a reporting period. Both forms require businesses to detail taxable sales, apply the appropriate tax rates, and calculate the net tax due. They serve similar purposes in their respective states, ensuring that businesses fulfill their sales tax obligations.
Form ST-3, the Massachusetts Sales Tax Resale Certificate, is another document that shares similarities with the ET-1. While the ET-1 reports sales tax collected, the ST-3 allows businesses to purchase goods tax-free for resale. Both documents are essential for maintaining compliance with state tax regulations. They help businesses manage their tax responsibilities effectively, ensuring that they only pay taxes on items not intended for resale.
The IRS Form 720, used for the Quarterly Federal Excise Tax Return, is another comparable document. This form allows businesses to report and pay federal excise taxes on certain goods, services, and activities. Like the ET-1, it requires detailed reporting of taxable transactions and calculations of tax due. Both forms are critical for ensuring compliance with tax laws and contribute to the overall tax revenue collected by the government.
Lastly, the New York State Sales and Use Tax Return (Form ST-100) is similar to the Arkansas ET-1. This form is used by New York businesses to report sales and use taxes collected during a specific period. Both forms require businesses to calculate their taxable sales and apply the correct tax rates. They are integral to the tax reporting process, ensuring that businesses accurately report their tax liabilities and remain compliant with state tax laws.
When filling out the Arkansas ET-1 form, it's important to follow specific guidelines to ensure accuracy and compliance. Below is a list of things you should and shouldn't do.
Misconceptions about the Arkansas ET-1 form can lead to confusion and potential errors in tax reporting. Here are ten common misconceptions, along with clarifications to help you navigate the process smoothly.
Understanding these misconceptions can help ensure that you complete the Arkansas ET-1 form correctly and avoid unnecessary complications. Always refer to the official guidelines for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
When filling out and using the Arkansas ET-1 form, it is crucial to adhere to specific guidelines to ensure compliance and accuracy. Here are five key takeaways: