How do I check if I owe California state taxes?
To check the status of your California state refund online, go to Then, click on “Check Your Refund”. You can check on refund status by phone: 1-800-338-0505 or +1 (916) 845-6500 (outside the U.S.) Weekdays, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. You can check on refund status by chat.
What is the California state tax rate?
7.25%
The statewide tax rate is 7.25%. In most areas of California, local jurisdictions have added district taxes that increase the tax owed by a seller. Those district tax rates range from 0.10% to 1.00%. Some areas may have more than one district tax in effect.
How to contact the California State Tax Board?
Customer service phone numbers: Tax Forms: 1-800-829-3676; Refund/Tax information: 1-800-829-4477; General information: 1-800-829-1040; Federal employer identification number (FEIN): 1-866-816-2065; Faxback: 1-703-368-9694; State Income Tax. Visit the Franchise Tax Board website, their help page, or find a local office.
What is the California state income tax form?
On your California state income taxes, using forms 540 or 540 2EZ, simply put in the amount owed on the appropriate line for the entire year 1.
Where to send California state income tax return?
State Income Tax. Visit the Franchise Tax Board website, their help page, or find a local office. To find out where to send an income tax return, refer to Mailing Addresses. For general correspondence: Franchise Tax Board PO Box 942840 Sacramento, CA 94240-0040. Customer service phone numbers: Tax information/Refund/Forms: 1-800-338-0505
How to report California consumer use tax account?
If you hold a California consumer use tax account, you are required to report purchases subject to use tax directly to us and may not report the tax on your income tax return. If you have questions or would like additional information, you may call our Customer Service Center at 1-800-400-7115, or your local CDTFA office.