Virginia Department of Taxation (VATAX)

Apr 9, 2026

Access the Virginia Department of Taxation (VATAX) here.

The Virginia Department of Taxation (VATAX) is the state agency responsible for administering and enforcing tax laws in the Commonwealth of Virginia. VATAX works to ensure compliance with state tax regulations and provides resources and assistance to taxpayers in fulfilling their tax obligations.

Agency Accounts

Virginia Sales & Use Tax Account

Access your online account via VATAX.

The Virginia Sales & Use Tax Account allows you to set up and manage the following information:

Sales Tax Account Number

Virginia Withholding Tax Account

Access your online account via VATAX.

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

Withholding Tax Account Number

Virginia Corporate Income Tax Account

Access your online account via VATAX.

The Virginia Corporate Income Tax Account allows you to set up and manage the following information:

Income Tax Account

Find out more on how to stay compliant with the Virginia Department of Taxation (VATAX):

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