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Form CDTFA-401-GS
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Form CDTFA-401-GS State, Local, and District Sales and Use Tax Return - California
What Is Form CDTFA-401-GS?
This is a legal form that was released by the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration - a government authority operating within California. Check the official instructions before completing and submitting the form.
FAQ
Q: What is Form CDTFA-401-GS?
A: Form CDTFA-401-GS is the State, Local, and District Sales and Use Tax Return for California.
Q: What is the purpose of Form CDTFA-401-GS?
A: The purpose of Form CDTFA-401-GS is to report and pay sales and use tax collected in California.
Q: Who should file Form CDTFA-401-GS?
A: Businesses registered with the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration (CDTFA) that collect sales and use tax should file Form CDTFA-401-GS.
Q: How often should Form CDTFA-401-GS be filed?
A: Form CDTFA-401-GS should be filed on a regular basis, either monthly, quarterly, or annually, depending on the business's taxable sales and tax liability.
Q: What information is required on Form CDTFA-401-GS?
A: Form CDTFA-401-GS requires information such as the business's gross sales, taxable sales, tax due, and any credits or deductions applied.
Q: When is the deadline to file Form CDTFA-401-GS?
A: The deadline to file Form CDTFA-401-GS varies depending on the filing frequency, but generally falls on the last day of the month following the reporting period.
Q: Are there any penalties for late filing of Form CDTFA-401-GS?
A: Yes, there are penalties for late filing of Form CDTFA-401-GS, including a late filing fee and interest on the unpaid tax amount.
Q: Is Form CDTFA-401-GS only for businesses in California?
A: Yes, Form CDTFA-401-GS is specifically for businesses operating in California and collecting sales and use tax in the state.
Form Details:
- Released on July 1, 2018;
- The latest edition provided by the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration;
- Easy to use and ready to print;
- Quick to customize;
- Compatible with most PDF-viewing applications;
- Fill out the form in our online filing application.
Download a fillable version of Form CDTFA-401-GS by clicking the link below or browse more documents and templates provided by the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration.
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