SaaS Sales Tax in New Jersey
New Jersey taxes SaaS as prewritten software regardless of delivery method.
If you sell SaaS products to customers in New Jersey, you may need to collect and remit sales tax at 6.625% (plus any applicable local taxes). This applies whether your business is based in New Jersey or elsewhere — what matters is whether you have economic nexus in the state.
Economic Nexus in New Jersey
Following the 2018 South Dakota v. Wayfair Supreme Court decision, New Jersey can require out-of-state sellers to collect sales tax if they meet certain thresholds. The most common thresholds are $100,000 in sales or 200 transactions per year in the state, though New Jersey's specific rules may vary.
This means even if your business is in Ireland, Germany, or another country entirely, you may need to register for sales tax in New Jersey if your sales exceed the nexus threshold.
How to Comply
1. Determine nexus: Track your sales volume to New Jersey customers
2. Register: Apply for a sales tax permit with New Jersey's tax authority
3. Collect: Add 6.625% to invoices for New Jersey customers
4. File & remit: Submit periodic returns (monthly, quarterly, or annually depending on volume)
International Sellers
If you're selling from outside the US (EU, UK, or elsewhere) to customers in New Jersey:
You may still need to register and collect New Jersey sales tax if you exceed the economic nexus thresholds. Being a foreign company does not exempt you from US state sales tax obligations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does New Jersey charge sales tax on SaaS?
Yes. New Jersey taxes SaaS (Software as a Service) at a state rate of 6.625%. New Jersey taxes SaaS as prewritten software regardless of delivery method.
What is the sales tax rate in New Jersey?
The state sales tax rate in New Jersey is 6.625%. Local taxes may apply on top of this, varying by county and city.
Do I need economic nexus in New Jersey to charge sales tax?
Yes. Most states, including New Jersey, follow economic nexus rules established by the 2018 South Dakota v. Wayfair Supreme Court decision. Typically, you establish nexus if you exceed $100,000 in sales or 200 transactions in the state per year. Check New Jersey's specific thresholds.
How do I invoice a customer in New Jersey?
Include 6.625% sales tax on your invoice for SaaS products sold to customers in New Jersey. Show the tax as a separate line item. Use our free invoice generator at paytaxfa.st to create compliant invoices.
I'm an EU/UK seller — do I need to charge New Jersey sales tax?
Potentially, yes. If you have economic nexus in New Jersey (typically $100K+ in sales), you may need to register, collect, and remit New Jersey sales tax even as a foreign seller. Consult a US tax professional for your specific situation.