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South Carolina Department of Revenue
Motor Fuel
PO Box 125
Columbia, SC 29214-0845 

Phone: 803-896-1990
Email: MotorFuelTax@dor.sc.gov

​Refunds

You must apply for refunds monthly, quarterly, or biannually based on when you purchased fuel​. The exception to this rule is the Tare Allowance Refund, which must be applied for quarterly. You will need a MyDORWAY account to apply for Motor Fuel refunds.

Who may file

  • Individuals who have purchased motor fuel that is exempt from the motor fuel user fee and other applicable fees.
  • Individuals who have sold motor fuel that is exempt from the motor fuel user fee and other applicable fees.
  • Fuel vendors who have eligible purchaser status.​

​Refund options
When submitting a Motor Fuel refund request on MyDORWAY, you will be provided the option to select Direct Deposit or Paper Check to receive your refund. Depending on your Motor Fuel Tax account type, we always recommend direct deposit for the fastest, easiest, and safest refund option.​

Is there a time limit to how long I have to apply for ​a refund?​

Can I request an extension of time to apply for a refund?​​

​Exemptions​

View SC Code Section 12-28-710​ on Motor Fuel Exemptions

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Apply for a Motor Fuel refund on ​MyDORWAY

You must log in to your MyDORWAY​ account to apply for a Motor Fuel refund​.​

 

  • New to MyDORWAY
    If you’ve never signed up for a MyDORWAY account, complete the Business Tax Application at dor.sc.gov/register. On the Tax Accounts screen, choose Motor Fuel Refund and any additional accounts you need to apply for. You must have an SCDOR-issued Letter ID to register for a Motor Fuel Refund account on MyDORWAY.

  • Existing MyDORWAY users
    ​If you already use MyDORWAY to manage your other tax accounts, you can add a new Motor Fuel Refund account by logging in and selecting the More tab, then choosing Business Tax Application. On the Tax Accounts screen, choose Motor Fuel Refund.

  • Add existing tax accounts
    You can add existing tax accounts to your MyDORWAY account by logging in and selecting the More tab, then choosing Request Account Access.

Need more help? Check out our MyDOR​WAY Help page.

Invoices are required​ when filing for a Motor Fuel refund

You must submit an invoice showing the purchaser’s name, and the purchaser’s name on the invoice must be the same as the name on the refund application. ​​Original purchase invoices and other applicable records should be kept for three years for any inspections and audits by the SCDOR.


See how to file the ​following Motor Fuel refunds on MyDORWAY

L-2133 – Motor Fuel​​

You will need the following information to apply for this refund:

  • ​Your Fuel Vendor file number or your Motor Fuel Refund file number, if applicable. 
  • Your Federal Employer ID Number (FEIN) 
  • Copies of invoices or receipts to verify purchases. In some cases, a spreadsheet can be submitted that includes the required information.
    • Contact the SCDOR at MotorFuelTax@dor.sc.gov to verify that your spreadsheet contains the correct information before you submit a spreadsheet instead of copies of invoices or receipts.
  • For Diversion refunds – Submit a copy of the original Bill of Lading and a copy of the invoice for each transaction. 
  • For Contaminated Product – Email the SCDOR at MotorFuelTax@dor.sc.gov for instructions on how to apply for a refund. 

How to apply for this refund on MyDORWAY:

  • Log in to your MyDORWAY account and select the Accounts tab, then scroll to your Motor Fuel Refund account and click More Account Options
  • On the next screen, select User Fee Refund Application (L-2133) to get started. 
  • You are required to attach copies of invoices, receipts, or verified spreadsheets to the MyDORWAY refund application.