REFUND DOCUMENTATION NEEDED
(Some of the More Common Refunds)
A copy of the registration certificate (or temporary permit when applicable) is needed in addition
to the following documentation.
1. 90 Day Exemption:
a. Proof of residency in other state (utility bills, rent receipts).
b. Proof of 90 days or more use in other state.
c. Proof when residency was established in Washington (rental agreement or house
closing statement, voter registration, utility deposit receipts).
2. Duplicate Payment:
a. Document showing tax previously paid.
3. Farm Auction:
a. Proof vehicle was purchased at a farm auction.
4. Gift:
a. Proof of tax paid by donor.
b. Affidavit of gift from donor.
5. Mobile Home:
a. Copy of mobile home excise tax affidavit filed at the county level.
6. Rescinded Sale:
a. Affidavit from seller stating full purchase price is being returned to the purchaser.
b. Copy of title signed back over to the seller.
7. Trades:
a. Affidavit of trade with year, make, model, identification number and to whom the
trade was made.
8. Value Overstated:
a. Documentation stating the selling price of the vehicle (bill of sale).
b. Proof of true value
1) Dealer appraisal
2) Estimate of repairs
3) Commonly used value guide showing retail value
For tax assistance, visit or call 1-800-647-7706. To inquire about the availability of this document
in an alternate format for the visually impaired, please call (360) 705-6715. Teletype (TTY) users may call 1-800-
451-7985.
REV 32 2485e (a) (6/21/06)