Rhode Island Division of Taxation

Apr 9, 2026

Access the Rhode Island Division of Taxation here.

The Rhode Island Division of Taxation is the state agency responsible for overseeing tax compliance and enforcement in Rhode Island. They provide guidance and resources to help individuals and businesses understand and fulfill their tax obligations in accordance with state laws.

Agency Accounts

Rhode Island Sales Tax Account

Access your online account via Rhode Island Tax Portal.

The Rhode Island Sales Tax Account allows you to set up and manage the following information:

Sales Tax Account Number

Rhode Island Withholding Tax Account

Access your online accounts:

The Rhode Island Withholding Tax Account allows you to set up and manage the following information:

Withholding Tax Account Number (Same as FEIN)

Rhode Island Sales Tax Exemption Account

The Rhode Island Sales Tax Exemption Account allows you to set up and manage the following information:

Sales Tax Exemption Date : Date that your sales tax exemption registration was filed in Rhode Island.

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