Tax Free Weekend

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 The 2023 Sales Tax Holiday has ended. Check back here next summer to prepare for SC Sales Tax Free Weekend in 2024!

2023 Tax Free Weekend

During the annual Tax Free Weekend (also known as the Sales Tax Holiday), a variety of purchases are exempt from the state's 6% Sales Tax and any applicable local taxes. Tax-free items range from clothing, accessories, and shoes to school supplies, backpacks, and computers. As long as an item is eligible, it is tax-free whether purchased in-store or online.

Online Shopping

Remember that eligible items are still tax-free if you shop online!

Check with your local retailer to see if they offer online shopping, delivery, or curbside pick-up.
Find cybersecurity tips at dor.sc.gov/securitycenter.

See frequently asked questions

When is the Tax Free Weekend?

What is exempt from the Sales and Use Tax during the holiday?

What is not exempt from the Sales and Use Tax during the holiday?

If I buy an eligible item online, is it still exempt?

What do I do if I was incorrectly charged Sales Tax on an exempt item?

What counts as a school supply?

Are musical instruments exempt? What about books?

I know computers are exempt, but what about smartphones, tablets, and other technology?

What kinds of computer accessories are eligible?

Which retailers participate?

I am a retailer. How do I report sales during Tax Free Weekend?

If I buy an eligible item during Tax Free Weekend, does it have to be delivered during the holiday in order for the exemption to apply?

Are delivery charges for an eligible item subject to tax?

How are returns and exchanges handled during the holiday?

How does the holiday apply to rain checks and layaway items?

Did you know?

The Tax Free Weekend in South Carolina first started in 2000.
In past years, shoppers have saved between $2 million and $3 million during the weekend.
There are 20 taxes in the Sales & Use Tax family, though not all of them apply to retail sales. Some of these 20 are local taxes that counties may choose to adopt to fund things like transportation projects and schools or to reduce Property Taxes.
There are several education-related state tax credits the SCDOR wants parents and teachers to consider as another school year draws near.

Shopping Lists

These abbreviated lists include common items, but are not all-inclusive. Please see Revenue Ruling 19-4 for more information on exempt and nonexempt items.

Tax free item overview button linked to a PDF list

Tax free bed and bath items button linked to a PDF list

Tax free school supplies button linked to a PDF list

Tax free clothing and accessories button linked to a PDF list

Tax free computers and technology button linked to a PDF list

Additional Resources

  Revenue Ruling 19-4 policy with examples of exempt items and FAQs.
  Sign up for Taxpayer Education virtual sessions or watch tutorials.

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Toolkits

Retailer Toolkit

We are encouraging shoppers to buy local, both online and in stores, during the 2023 Tax Free Weekend. If you're a retailer who sells eligible items, don't miss this opportunity to promote your business! We've created a page with promotional tips and content and FAQs just for you.

Check out the retailer toolkit >