ST 129 Form

What Is A Form St 129

Form ST-129 is a legal document the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance provides. It serves a unique purpose: to grant tax-exempt status on lodging expenses for qualified individuals or organizations. Utilized primarily by tax-exempt entities, such as certain governmental bodies, non-profit organizations, or representatives on official business, the ST-129 Form allows these eligible parties to enjoy an exemption from state and local sales taxes on temporary accommodations.

When to Use New York Revenue Form St 129

The New York Revenue Form ST 129 is not universally applicable. It's designed for specific situations where tax-exempt status is warranted:

• Government employees on official work can use it to waive their tax dues on lodging.
• Representatives of exempt organizations, such as non-profit entities, may need it when their stay is directly connected to the organization’s activities.
• Diplomatic personnel can also use the St 129 Form NY to claim a sales tax exemption while traveling within New York State.

How To Fill Out New York State Income Tax Instruction Booklet

Identify the Hotel or Motel: 

Write the name and address of the hotel or motel where you will be staying, including city, state, ZIP code, and country, if applicable.

Specify Dates of Occupancy: 

Enter the occupancy dates in the hotel or motel, including the check-in (From:) and check-out (To:) dates.

Certify Your Status:

In the 'Certification' section, certify that you are an employee of the department, agency, or instrumentality of New York State, the United States government, or a New York State political subdivision.

State Payment by Government Entity: 

Confirm that the charges for the occupancy have been or will be paid for by the governmental entity and that these charges are incurred in performing your official duties.

Complete Government Entity Information: 

Provide the name of the governmental entity (federal, state, or local) and the specific agency, department, or division you represent.

Provide Your Identification: 

Fill in your name (print or type) and title, and sign and date the form in the designated areas.

Present the Certificate: 

Give the completed Form ST-129 to the hotel or motel operator upon check-in or checkout and show proper identification.

Payment Method: 

Note that you may pay your hotel bill with cash, a personal check, a credit/debit card, or a government-issued voucher or credit card.

When to File New York Revenue Form St 129

Timing is essential when it comes to the St 129 Tax Form. The document should be presented to the hotel or lodging establishment during check-in or upon arrival. It's important to note that exemptions cannot be granted retroactively after checking out. Therefore, it's recommended to have the St 129 Tax Form prepared in advance and ready to present to avoid any issues with sales tax charges on your temporary accommodation.