Set Up Taxes
Most companies in Florida pay business taxes to their state, federal and local governments. While we can’t cover all tax situations, we can go over some common steps.
Federal business tax
The IRS is in charge of federal business taxes. They collect corporate income tax, self-employment tax and other business taxes.
- Review tax requirements
- Phone: 800.829.4933
- Visit your local IRS office
State business tax
The Department of Revenue is in charge of state business taxes in Florida. They collect sales and use tax, reemployment tax, and other business taxes.
Read about required taxes
- Register to collect or remit taxes online
- Phone: 800.352.3671
- Visit your Taxpayer Service Center
County business tax
Most county tax collectors require businesses to pay local business tax (occupational license). This gives businesses the right to operate inside the county.
- List of Florida county tax collectors
- Contact yours for more information
- More local resources
City business tax
Some city governments also require their own local business tax. This gives businesses the right to operate inside city limits.
- List of Florida city governments
- Contact yours for more information
- More local resources
Next steps
- Get a business license
- Learn about other licensing agencies