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Virginia Retail Sales Tax – Certificates of Exemption

The types of exemption certificates, how to judge whether one is valid and taken in good faith, and how they're treated in an audit.

CPE hours
6
Field of study
Taxes
Level
Basic
Delivery
QAS Self Study
Layered certificate documents with an embossed wax seal — exemption certificates

About this course

Master the essentials of Virginia Retail Sales Tax certificates of exemption. This course outlines the different types of exemption certificates, how to determine whether they are valid or taken in good faith, and what auditors look for during a review. Gain practical insights to strengthen compliance and prepare with confidence for audits.

Learning objectives

  • Explain the purpose of an exemption certificate.
  • Identify the purchaser’s responsibilities when claiming an exemption.
  • Identify the seller’s responsibilities relating to good faith and reasonable care and judgment.
  • Recognize the potential liability that invalid certificates create for a seller under audit.
  • Identify the kinds of exemption certificates, how each is obtained, and when each may be used.

Prerequisites: None