South Carolina Sales Tax Nexus Thresholds — 2026

Last updated: April 2026

Researched by the NexusFlag Research Team

Economic nexus active — effective 2019

South Carolina requires remote sellers to collect and remit sales tax once they exceed $100,000 in annual gross revenue from South Carolina customers within a calendar year.

Source: South Carolina Department of Revenue

South Carolina Nexus Threshold Details

Revenue threshold
$100,000

Annual gross sales to in-state customers

Transaction threshold
No transaction threshold

Number of separate taxable transactions

Threshold logic
OR

Nexus triggers when EITHER threshold is crossed first

Measurement basis
Gross sales

How sales into the state are counted

Marketplace sales included
No

Whether Amazon/marketplace sales count toward threshold

Effective since
2019

Year the economic nexus law took effect

Registration deadline
60 days after crossing threshold

How quickly you must register after nexus is triggered

Default filing frequency
Monthly

How often returns are typically due at low volume

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Frequently asked questions about South Carolina sales tax nexus

When does economic nexus trigger in South Carolina?

South Carolina economic nexus triggers when a remote seller exceeds $100,000 in revenue from South Carolina customers within a calendar year. Once triggered, the seller must register with the South Carolina Department of Revenue and begin collecting and remitting sales tax.

How long do I have to register after crossing nexus in South Carolina?

South Carolina requires sellers to register within 60 days of crossing the economic nexus threshold. Failing to register on time may result in back taxes, interest, and penalties assessed by the South Carolina Department of Revenue.

Do marketplace sales count toward South Carolina's nexus threshold?

South Carolina generally excludes marketplace-facilitated sales from the economic nexus threshold calculation, because the marketplace is responsible for collecting and remitting tax on those sales. Only direct sales from your own channels count toward the South Carolina threshold.

How often do I need to file sales tax returns in South Carolina?

South Carolina assigns filing frequency based on your sales volume. New remote sellers typically start on monthly filing. South Carolina may adjust your frequency over time as your South Carolina sales volume becomes clearer. Check with the South Carolina Department of Revenue for your assigned frequency after you register.

Disclaimer: NexusFlag provides informational data about published state nexus thresholds — not tax advice. State laws change frequently. Always verify current South Carolina threshold requirements with the South Carolina Department of Revenue or a qualified sales tax professional before making compliance decisions.