A Certificate of Compliance, also known as a compliance letter, provides confirmation that all tax returns and taxes administered by the SCDOR have been filed and paid by a taxpayer. 

A compliance letter:

• certifies compliance for businesses as well as individuals.
• is valid for 30 days from the date it is issued.

Am I eligible for a compliance letter? 

We can only issue compliance letters to South Carolina taxpayers. If you do not have a filing history in South Carolina, you are not eligible for a compliance letter. 

To request a compliance letter, you will need to:

• complete the Certificate of Tax Compliance Request Form (C-268).
• pay a nonrefundable fee of $60. 

Note: Your request may be approved or denied.

Successfully submitting your request

You have two options to request a compliance letter.

• Recommended: Submit your request on MyDORWAY, our free online tax portal.
  1. Log in to your MyDORWAY account.
  2. Select the More tab, then click Make a Certificate of Compliance Request.
• You may also submit the C-268 paper form by email, fax, or mail.

Requirements for submitting a request:

• Include the taxpayer’s name and SSN/ITIN/FEIN.
• Complete all fields on the C-268 form. Do not leave fields blank.
• The Power of Attorney form (SC2848) must list compliance in Section 3 and must be signed by an owner, officer, or Personal Representative.
• The taxpayer or authorized individual must sign and date the C-268 form.
• Include the taxpayer’s name and EIN on each check or money order submitted.

Requests will not be processed until the above requirements are met.