Tax Exemption Forms for USA TELIN Partners

Tax Exemption Forms for USA TELIN Partners

Introduction

TELIN provides partners with access to a range of federal and state-level tax exemption forms. These forms ensure compliance while helping you manage telecom services without unnecessary surcharges or double taxation.

This article organizes all available forms into Federal Forms and State-Specific Forms, with guidance on when and how to use them.

Prerequisite

Before completing any tax exemption form:

  • Confirm that your business is eligible for the exemption.

  • Ensure the form is completed in full, with accurate business information.

  • Some forms require state registration numbers, tax IDs, or reseller certificates — have these ready before submitting.

For assistance, please contact us

Federal Tax Exemption Forms

Certificate of Federal Universal Service Fund

Used to exempt qualifying entities from USF contributions on interstate/international telecom services.

Federal Excise Tax Exemption Certificate

Applies to organizations exempt from federal excise taxes on communication services (e.g., government, nonprofits).

Certification of Reseller Exemption from Collection and Remittance of 911/E911 Surcharges by Telin Systems

Required if you resell services and qualify for exemption from 911/E911 surcharges.

Regulatory Fee Surcharge Resale Certificate

Covers exemptions from FCC regulatory fees passed through to end-users.

Uniform Sales & Use Tax Exemption / Resale Certificate – Multijurisdiction

Standard form accepted in multiple U.S. states to exempt resellers from sales and use tax.

Gross Receipts Tax / Surcharges Resale Certificate

Valid only for select states. Used to exempt resellers from gross receipts taxes and related surcharges.

State-Specific Tax Exemption Forms

Virginia – CT-10

Used to claim exemption from communications taxes in Virginia.

New Mexico

Required for exemption from state-specific gross receipts or telecom taxes.

New York – ST-120

General resale certificate for exemption from sales tax in New York.

New York – CT-120

Specific telecom-related exemption form for New York carriers and resellers.

New Hampshire – DP-143

Applies to businesses exempt from communications services tax in New Hampshire.

Montana – Form TEC

Form used for telecommunications excise tax exemption.

Massachusetts – Form ST-4

Resale certificate for exemption from sales tax in Massachusetts.

Kentucky – 51A105

Certificate of resale for exemption from Kentucky sales and use tax.

Indiana – Form ST-200

General sales tax exemption certificate for resellers in Indiana.

Eligible State Universal Service Fund Surcharge Exemption Certificate

Used in participating states to exempt resellers from state USF surcharges.

Hawaii – G-17

Exemption certificate for Hawaii’s general excise tax (GET).

Colorado – DR-0563

Exemption certificate for Colorado state taxes.

Colorado – Home Rule City-X

Separate forms required for specific Colorado home-rule cities with local telecom taxes.

Illinois – CRT-61

Certificate for resale exemption under Illinois telecom and sales tax rules.

Conclusion

By maintaining the correct tax exemption forms on file, TELIN partners can:

  • Avoid unnecessary taxes and surcharges

  • Ensure regulatory compliance

  • Streamline billing for resale and telecom services

Failure to provide valid and updated exemption certificates may result in TELIN applying applicable federal and state taxes or surcharges to your invoices.

For questions or assistance with completing these forms, please contact us.


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