In Florida, use tax applies to purchases where you didn’t pay sales tax but should have. Here’s a breakdown of use tax in the Sunshine State: · When it applies: · You buy something taxable in Florida without paying sales tax. · You buy something tax-exempt for resale, but then use it yourself. · You buy a taxable item outside Florida and bring it into the state (or have it delivered) without paying sales tax. · Use tax rate: The rate is generally 6%, the same as the state’s general sales tax rate.

There are three main ways to file sales tax in Florida: · File online: This is the recommended method by the Florida Department of Revenue. You can file through their Registration and Account Maintenance (RAM) portal: Florida’s RAM portal: [invalid URL removed]. This option allows you to electronically file your return and pay any tax due. · File by mail: You can use Florida’s Sales and Use Tax Return (Form DR-15) to file and pay by mail. You can find the form and instructions for completing it here: How to Complete Sales and Use Tax Return (Form DR-15): https://floridarevenue.com/taxes/tutori

Even without a physical presence, you might still have nexus if your economic activity reaches a certain threshold (over $100,000 in gross sales). This is called economic nexus.