Are there any special Web browser requirements to use the Internet filing system?
You will need to use either Netscape 4.0 (or newer) or Internet Explorer 4.0 (or newer) to use the online system.
Are there any sales and use tax filers that are not eligible to file via the Internet?
Annual filers are not eligible to file due to changes in the rates. Filers that are required to attach Form 6 or Form 6MB are not eligible.
Do I need to register to use the Internet filing program?
No. There is no registration necessary to use this program. Your Nebraska I.D. Number (User Name) and password are printed on your FORM 10 and allow you access into the system.
When can I file my return?
The system is available for filing beginning the second week of the month following the close of the tax period. You should verify that you are filing for the appropriate tax period on the Web page. The tax period along with the filing mode and Nebraska I.D. Number are indicated at the top of each Web page. If the Web page indicates single filer mode, you will be required to complete Schedules I and III. If it indicates multiple filer mode, you will be required to complete Schedules I, II, and III.
How do I remit payment for the return that I file via the Internet?
The preferred method to pay your liability is via Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). If you select the debit EFT option, your payment must be initiated prior to 5:00 p.m. Central Time on the due date to avoid penalties. Indicating that you wish to pay via EFT on the Web page does NOT initiate a payment.
If I discover a mistake in my filing after I have already submitted a schedule or form can I use the Back button on my Web browser to return to the page and correct it?
No. If you make a mistake and submit incorrect information, you should shut down your browser and start over. This may not seem user-friendly, but Web browsers operate in different ways, making it necessary to start the process over.
Do I need to send in a paper return if I file via the Internet?
No. However, we do recommend that you prepare a paper return for verification and entry purposes. The Internet filing system reduces the risk of making common errors and makes a good verification of the paper return.
How do I print out my return that I filed via the Internet?
You should use the Print button on your Web browser to print the pages as you complete them. You may want to print some of the pages horizontally (landscape orientation) to ensure that you see all of the information.
What if I accidentally file multiple returns?
The information on the two returns will be combined, regardless of whether they are paper or electronic returns. If the two returns are identical, your liability will be doubled. This problem can be addressed by calling Taxpayer’s Assistance at 800-742-7474.
Can I file amended returns via the Internet?
No. Only returns for the current period can be filed via the Internet. The tax period, along with the filing mode and Nebraska I.D. Number, are indicated at the top of each Web page.
Will I continue to receive my Form 10 in the mail?
Yes. Your paper return will continue to be mailed to you because it contains your User Name and Password, any outstanding balance, and because you could decide to file a paper return. The paper Form 10 is also useful for record-keeping.
What value should I enter for City Code on Schedule I?
You should enter the three numbers to the right of the hyphen. The city name for the code will be automatically populated so that you can verify your entry.
Can lodging tax be filed via the Internet?
No. There are currently no plans to have an Internet filing option for lodging tax, but the Department is constantly analyzing the possibility of new filing options.
I received a reference number, but my Web browser did not return to the Department of Revenue's home page. How do I know if my return was successfully submitted?
If you receive a reference number, your return has been submitted.
On Schedule II, do I need to report every location even though some had no gross sales?
Yes. Schedule II information must be completed for each Location ID.
On Schedule II, what if a location has no Nebraska or local consumer's use tax?
If you enter a Location ID number on Schedule II, every column in that row must have an entry. Enter a zero in any column not having a dollar amount.
When is the information I enter actually transmitted to the Department of Revenue?
Once the Submit button is clicked on the Nebraska and Local Sales and Use Tax Return, Form 10, the information from all schedules and the Form 10 is sent to the Department of Revenue.
