Invoicing in District of Columbia

Built-in handling of DC sales tax (6% state rate) and statutory late fees.

State sales tax
6.00%
Late fee max
2%/mo
Metros covered
1
Written contract req.
Yes
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District of Columbia compliance at a glance

  • Sales tax: 6.00% state rate. DC sales tax 6%; many services exempt; restaurants/parking higher.
  • Late fees: Up to 2% per month. (D.C. Code §28-3301) Legal rate 6%/yr; contract rates up to 24%/yr.
  • Written contracts: Required for jobs over $300.
  • Prompt-pay law: D.C. Quick Payment Act (D.C. Code §2-221.01 et seq.). Payment due within 30 days of acceptance; 1% per month interest if late.

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