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Tax & accounting services in Washington, D.C.

BATS helps individuals and businesses across Washington, D.C. with tax preparation, tax planning, IRS problems, bookkeeping and payroll, with advisors who know Washington, D.C. rules.

Washington, D.C. tax overview

What to know about taxes in Washington, D.C.

Washington, D.C. taxes the income of its residents, and returns are filed with the DC Office of Tax and Revenue. Because so many people commute into the District from Maryland and Virginia, residency and withholding questions come up often.

Whether you are filing a personal return, running a growing company or answering a letter from the IRS or the state, we pair you with an advisor who works through Washington, D.C. returns every season.

Washington, D.C. at a glance

State tax agency
DC Office of Tax and Revenue
Income tax on wages
Yes
Local income taxes
Not common
Cities with pages
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Rates and thresholds change every year. Ask your advisor for the figures that apply to you.

Services in Washington, D.C.

Every BATS service is available in Washington, D.C.

Tax Preparation & Filing

Accurate federal, state and local returns for individuals, businesses, trusts and nonprofits.

Questions

Washington, D.C. tax FAQs

10 answers about taxes in Washington, D.C..

Do you prepare Washington, D.C. state tax returns?

Yes. We prepare resident, part-year and nonresident Washington, D.C. returns and file them with the DC Office of Tax and Revenue, together with your federal return.

When are Washington, D.C. individual returns due?

Many states follow the federal April 15 deadline, but some set their own dates. We track the DC Office of Tax and Revenue deadlines for you and file extensions when they are needed.

Does Washington, D.C. have a sales tax?

Yes. Washington, D.C. charges sales tax, and local rates can add to the state rate. We help Washington, D.C. businesses register, collect the right rate and file returns with the DC Office of Tax and Revenue.

What payroll registrations does a Washington, D.C. employer need?

Employers generally register with the District for unemployment insurance and state income tax withholding, plus any other state payroll programs that apply. We handle the registrations and the ongoing filings.

Do I need to make Washington, D.C. estimated tax payments?

If you have income without enough withholding, such as self-employment or investment income, Washington, D.C. generally expects estimated payments during the year, with its own thresholds and due dates. We calculate federal and state payments together.

How are LLCs and corporations taxed in Washington, D.C.?

Washington, D.C. applies its own rules to LLCs, S corporations and C corporations, and in some cases charges franchise, gross receipts or minimum taxes regardless of profit. We review how your entity is treated in Washington, D.C. before you form it or make an election.

I moved into or out of Washington, D.C.. What do I file?

Usually a part-year return for each state you lived in during the year, with credits so the same income is not taxed twice. Our multi-state filing service handles this.

Can you represent me with the DC Office of Tax and Revenue?

Yes. In addition to IRS matters, we respond to notices and audits from the DC Office of Tax and Revenue when you authorize us to.

Can a Washington, D.C. business work with BATS remotely?

Yes. We work with Washington, D.C. businesses through video meetings, secure document upload and cloud accounting software, so there is no need to visit an office.

Which Washington, D.C. cities do you serve?

We have dedicated pages for Washington, and we work with clients anywhere in Washington, D.C..

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