Sales tax now applies to some services

Starting October 1: Some business services are now subject to retail sales tax, as required by state law, ESSB 5814. When you buy these services, vendors should add sales tax to your bill. If you sell these services, you should begin collecting retail sales tax. Learn more about Services newly subject to retail sales tax.

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Tattooing, piercing, and other skin modifications

Updated April 2025

Tattooing professionals provide a variety of services to their clients. Not all services are taxable in the same way. This guide explains how each type of service is taxable and what professionals need to know to file their excise tax returns correctly every time.

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