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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 CDTFA-401-GS?
A: CDTFA-401-GS is the form used in California to file the State, Local, and District Sales and Use Tax Return.
Q: Who needs to file CDTFA-401-GS?
A: Businesses operating in California that are engaged in selling or leasing tangible personal property, vehicles, or certain digital products are required to file CDTFA-401-GS.
Q: What is the purpose of CDTFA-401-GS?
A: The purpose of CDTFA-401-GS is to report and remit the state, local, and district sales and use tax collected by businesses in California.
Q: How often should CDTFA-401-GS be filed?
A: CDTFA-401-GS should be filed on a regular basis, generally on a quarterly basis. However, some businesses may be required to file monthly or annual returns.
Q: Are there any penalties for not filing CDTFA-401-GS?
A: Yes, there are penalties for not filing CDTFA-401-GS or for filing late. These penalties can include monetary fines and interest charges.
Q: Is CDTFA-401-GS used for both sales tax and use tax?
A: Yes, CDTFA-401-GS is used to report both sales tax and use tax.
Q: What is the due date for filing CDTFA-401-GS?
A: The due date for filing CDTFA-401-GS varies depending on the reporting period. It is generally due by the end of the month following the end of the reporting period.
Form Details:
- Released on November 1, 2019;
- 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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