Rhode Island: Sales Tax Handbook
Are Services subject to sales tax?
While Rhode Island's sales tax generally applies to most transactions, certain items have special treatment in many states when it comes to sales taxes. This page describes the taxability of services in Rhode Island, including janitorial services and transportation services. To learn more, see a full list of taxable and tax-exempt items in Rhode Island.
Janitorial Services
EXEMPT
Sales of janitorial services are exempt from the sales tax in Rhode Island.
Transportation Services
TAXABLE
In the state of Rhode Island, taxicab services, limousine services, and other road transportation services, including charter bus service and all other transit and ground passenger transportation are not considered to be exempt. Certain exceptions apply to this rule.
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