My organization has a federal exemption under IRC Section 501(c)(3). What do I need to do to get California state tax exemption?
If your organization has already received a determination letter from the IRS granting exemption under IRC Section 501(c)(3), you may request California affirmation of federal exemption by filing form FTB 3500A, Affirmation of Internal Revenue Code Section 501(c)(3) with the federal determination letter attached. You are not required to submit the application fee of $25. • Download FTB 3500A from our Forms and Publications page. • Submit the Affirmation request at least 90 days before the date your organization needs exempt status so we will have adequate time to process your request.
