Date: | 05/08/2024 |
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Organization: | Massachusetts Department of Revenue |
Referenced Sources: | Massachusetts General Laws |
The Department of Revenue issues documents of good tax standing as individuals, businesses, and other organizations often need proof that they are in compliance with their tax obligations under Chapter 62C of the Massachusetts General Laws, in order to:
- Sell a business.
- Obtain financing.
- Renew or transfer a liquor license.
- Obtain or renew a marijuana license.
- Gain employment with or be licensed by the Gaming Commission and/or other agencies.
- Enter into business transactions.
- Have a business license reinstated.
- Have a contract with the Commonwealth reinstated after suspension or revocation.
The document does not certify that the taxpayer is compliant with respect to certain fees and contributions, such as unemployment insurance, that are administered by agencies other than the Department of Revenue, or local taxes administered by cities and towns. In addition, some corporations are also required to obtain a Waiver of Corporate Excise Tax Lien.
Taxpayers may request documents of good standing online through the DOR website. To access the Department’s website, go to https://mtc.dor.state.ma.us/MTC.
All paper requests (using Request for a Certificate of Good Standing and/or Tax Compliance or Waiver of Corporate Excise Tax Lien) must be sent to:
Massachusetts Department of Revenue
Attention: Collections Bureau
P.O. Box 7073
Boston, Massachusetts 02204
Fax Number: (617) 660-3611
Note: Processing a paper application can take 4 to 6 weeks. DOR strongly recommends filing your request online at https://mtc.dor.state.ma.us/MTC.