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Florida Sales Tax Form in PDF

The Florida Sales Tax form, officially known as the Sales and Use Tax Return (DR-15CS), is a document required for reporting sales tax obligations in the state of Florida. This form must be completed and submitted to the Florida Department of Revenue, along with the appropriate payment, to ensure compliance with state tax laws. It is essential for taxpayers to follow the provided instructions carefully to accurately report their taxable sales and calculate the tax due.

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The Florida Sales Tax form, officially known as the Sales and Use Tax Return (DR-15CS), is a critical document for businesses operating within the state. This form is essential for reporting gross sales, exempt sales, and the taxable amounts collected during a specific period. Taxpayers must accurately complete various sections, including the total tax collected from sales and services, commercial and transient rentals, and food and beverage vending. Notably, the form also requires details regarding lawful deductions, estimated taxes paid, and penalties for late submissions. Additionally, businesses must consider the discretionary sales surtax, which many counties impose on taxable transactions. This surtax is vital for local government funding and varies by county. The form emphasizes the importance of accuracy, with penalties for fraudulent claims or failure to comply with tax obligations. Taxpayers are encouraged to read the accompanying instructions carefully and seek assistance through the Florida Department of Revenue if needed. Proper completion of the Sales Tax form not only ensures compliance but also supports the funding of essential public services across Florida.

Form Example

Sales and Use Tax Return

DR-15CS

R. 01/11

Rule 12A-1.097

Florida Administrative Code

Effective 01/11

Please complete this return.

Attach your check or money order and mail to:

															Florida Department of Revenue
															5050 W. Tennessee Street
															Tallahassee, FL 32399-0120
															If the Department mails you a personalized form,
															instructions will be enclosed for completing your
															2011 return. If you get a form from the Internet
															or one of our ofices and need instructions, you
															may visit us online at www.mylorida.com/dor
															or call 800-352-3671 (TDD at 800-367-8331
															or 850-922-1115). Make certain you read the
															instructions for each line of the return before
															completing your 2011 Sales and Use Tax return.
									SALES AND USE TAX RETURN			HD/PM Date:				/	/

			Certiicate Number:															DR-15 R. 01/11
				Florida			1. Gross Sales			2. Exempt Sales				3. Taxable Amount				4. Tax Collected
	A.	Sales/Services					.				.					.		.
	B.	Taxable Purchases					Include use tax on Internet / out-of-state untaxed purchases									.		.
	B.	Taxable Purchases														.		.
	C.	Commercial Rentals					.				.					.		.
	D.	Transient Rentals					.				.					.		.
	E.	Food & Beverage Vending					.				.					.		.
															Total Amount of Tax Collected			.
	Transient Rental Rate:						Surtax Rate:		Collection Period		Check here			5.


											if donating			6.	Less Lawful Deductions			.
											if donating
											collection allowance
											to education, and			7.	Total Tax Due			.
											leave Line 11 blank.
Name											leave Line 11 blank.			8. Less Est Tax Pd / DOR Cr Memo				.


														9. Plus Est Tax Due Current Month				.
														9. Plus Est Tax Due Current Month				.
Address												10.			Amount Due			.
												10.			Amount Due			.
City/St/ZIP													11.		Less Collection Allowance			.
													11.		Less Collection Allowance			.
												12.			Plus Penalty			.
												13.			Plus Interest			.
												13.			Plus Interest			.
					Due:			Do not write in the space below.				14.			Amount Due with Return			.
					Late After:
						Check here if payment was
								9100 0 20119999 0001003031 8 4999999999 0000 5
								9100 0 20119999 0001003031 8 4999999999 0000 5
						made electronically.			SALES AND USE TAX RETURN			HD/PM Date:				/	/


			Certiicate Number:															DR-15 R. 01/11
				Florida			1. Gross Sales			2. Exempt Sales				3. Taxable Amount				4. Tax Collected
	A.	Sales/Services					.				.					.		.
	B.	Taxable Purchases					Include use tax on Internet / out-of-state untaxed purchases									.		.
	B.	Taxable Purchases														.		.
	C.	Commercial Rentals					.				.					.		.
	D.	Transient Rentals					.				.					.		.
	E.	Food & Beverage Vending					.				.					.		.
															Total Amount of Tax Collected			.
	Transient Rental Rate:						Surtax Rate:		Collection Period		Check here			5.
									Collection Period		Check here			5.
											if donating			6.	Less Lawful Deductions			.
											if donating
											collection allowance
											to education, and			7.	Total Tax Due			.
											leave Line 11 blank.
Name											leave Line 11 blank.			8. Less Est Tax Pd / DOR Cr Memo				.


														9. Plus Est Tax Due Current Month				.
														9. Plus Est Tax Due Current Month				.
Address												10.			Amount Due			.
												10.			Amount Due			.
City/St/ZIP													11.		Less Collection Allowance			.
													11.		Less Collection Allowance			.
												12.			Plus Penalty			.
												13.			Plus Interest			.
												13.			Plus Interest			.
					Due:			Do not write in the space below.				14.			Amount Due with Return			.
					Late After:
						Check here if payment was
								9100 0 20119999 0001003031 8 4999999999 0000 5
								9100 0 20119999 0001003031 8 4999999999 0000 5
						made electronically.

Proper Collection of Tax: Florida’s general sales tax rate is 6 percent; however, there is an established “bracket system” for calculating the tax due when any part of each total taxable sale is less than a whole dollar amount. Other rates may also apply. See instructions.

Discretionary Sales Surtax: Most counties levy a discretionary sales surtax on most transactions subject to sales and use tax. These taxes are distributed to local governments throughout the state. The amount of money distributed is based on how you complete your tax return, especially the lines on the back of the return. Dealers should impose discretionary sales surtax on taxable sales when delivery or use occurs in a county that imposes surtax. Please see Form DR-15DSS (if enclosed) or visit us online at www.mylorida.com/dor to obtain a copy. This form provides you with each county’s discretionary sales surtax rate(s).

Fraud Penalties: There are speciic penalties imposed for fraud, fraudulent claim of exemption, failure to collect and pay over, or an attempt to evade or defeat the sales tax. Please see the instructions for detailed information regarding the penalties, ines, and punishments for certain sales tax offenses.

Under penalties of perjury, I declare that I have read this return and the facts stated in it are true (sections 92.525(2), 212.12, and 837.06, Florida Statutes).

Signature of Taxpayer	Date	Signature of Preparer	Date
( ___________ ) ____________________________________________		( ___________ ) ____________________________________________
Telephone Number		Telephone Number

Discretionary Sales Surtax ( Lines 15(a) through 15(d) )

15(a).	Exempt Amount of Items Over $5,000 (included in Column 3)	15(a). _________________________________
15(b).	Other Taxable Amounts NOT Subject to Surtax (included in Column 3)	15(b). _________________________________
15(c).	Amounts Subject to Surtax at a Rate Different Than Your County Surtax Rate (included in Column 3)	15(c). _________________________________
15(d).	Total Amount of Discretionary Sales Surtax Collected (included in Column 4)	15(d). _________________________________

16.	Total Enterprise Zone Jobs Credits (included in Line 6)	16. _________________________________
17.	Taxable Sales/Untaxed Purchases of Electric Power or Energy — 7% Rate (included in Line A)	17. _________________________________
18.	Taxable Sales/Untaxed Purchases of Dyed Diesel Fuel — 6% Rate (included in Line A)	18. _________________________________
19.	Taxable Sales from Amusement Machines (included in Line A)	19. _________________________________
20.	Rural and/or Urban High Crime Area Job Tax Credits	20. _________________________________
21.	Other Authorized Credits	21. _________________________________

Under penalties of perjury, I declare that I have read this return and the facts stated in it are true (sections 92.525(2), 212.12, and 837.06, Florida Statutes).

Signature of Taxpayer	Date	Signature of Preparer	Date
( ___________ ) ____________________________________________		( ___________ ) ____________________________________________
Telephone Number		Telephone Number

Discretionary Sales Surtax ( Lines 15(a) through 15(d) )

15(a).	Exempt Amount of Items Over $5,000 (included in Column 3)	15(a). _________________________________
15(b).	Other Taxable Amounts NOT Subject to Surtax (included in Column 3)	15(b). _________________________________
15(c).	Amounts Subject to Surtax at a Rate Different Than Your County Surtax Rate (included in Column 3)	15(c). _________________________________
15(d).	Total Amount of Discretionary Sales Surtax Collected (included in Column 4)	15(d). _________________________________

16.	Total Enterprise Zone Jobs Credits (included in Line 6)	16. _________________________________
17.	Taxable Sales/Untaxed Purchases of Electric Power or Energy — 7% Rate (included in Line A)	17. _________________________________
18.	Taxable Sales/Untaxed Purchases of Dyed Diesel Fuel — 6% Rate (included in Line A)	18. _________________________________
19.	Taxable Sales from Amusement Machines (included in Line A)	19. _________________________________
20.	Rural and/or Urban High Crime Area Job Tax Credits	20. _________________________________
21.	Other Authorized Credits	21. _________________________________

⇩ Florida Sales Tax File

Document Breakdown

Fact Name	Detail
Form Title	Sales and Use Tax Return
Form Number	DR-15CS R. 01/11
Governing Law	Rule 12A-1.097 Florida Administrative Code
Effective Date	Effective 01/11
Submission Address	Florida Department of Revenue, 5050 W. Tennessee Street, Tallahassee, FL 32399-0120
Contact Information	Phone: 800-352-3671 (TDD: 800-367-8331 or 850-922-1115)
Tax Rate	Florida’s general sales tax rate is 6 percent.
Discretionary Sales Surtax	Most counties impose a discretionary sales surtax on taxable transactions.
Fraud Penalties	Penalties apply for fraudulent claims or attempts to evade sales tax.

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