How to apply for a tax exemption card
To apply for a tax exemption card:
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Using the Department’s E-Government Program, complete a request for a Tax Exemption Card.
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Affix one current color photograph to the Photo Signature Card (printed from the E-Government Program).
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Following the submission of the request for Tax Exemption Card services, the mission shall print the “Submission Receipt” from the E-Government Program and attach it to the completed Photo Signature Card.
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Missions must deliver the “Submission Receipt” and the attached Photo Signature Card to OFM’s Customer Service Center (Washington, DC area only) or the appropriate OFM Regional Office.
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Allow at least five to seven-working days for each tax card to be received in the mail before contacting the Office of Foreign Missions concerning the status of a tax-exemption card.
To apply for a renewal tax-exemption card:
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Follow the procedures outlined above.
To apply for a replacement tax-exemption card (lost or stolen):
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Follow the procedures outlined above.
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If a tax card is lost or stolen, the mission must submit a diplomatic note to OFM explaining when and where the card in question was lost or stolen. OFM will not produce the replacement card until the aforementioned note is provided.
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In the event of a lost or stolen card, the Tax Exemption Card application for replacement will be held for 30 days before processing. This will allow time for the lost or stolen card to be returned.
