The Office of Tax and Revenue provides an exemption from tax for organizations organized and operated exclusively for exempt purposes set forth in the D.C. Code Ann. § 47-2005(3)(C). Additionally, in order for an organization to receive a sales and use tax exemption in the District of Columbia (District), the organization must be located within the District.

To apply for recognition of exemption from District of Columbia taxation, please visit MyTax.DC.gov.

For questions, please contact OTR’s Customer Service Administration at (202) 727-4TAX (4829).

Additional Resources:

• Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
• Articles of Incorporation - Exempt organizations that would like to obtain a copy of their Articles of Incorporation must contact the Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection's (DLCP) Corporations Division at (202) 442-4432. More information can be found on the DLCP website.