Get Fl Tourist Development Tax Return - Collier County 2016

This guide provides a step-by-step process for completing the FL Tourist Development Tax Return for Collier County online. Whether you are a first-time filer or have experience, these instructions will help ensure you fill out the return accurately and efficiently.

Follow the steps to fill out your tax return

1. Click ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the form and open it in the online editor.
2. In the 'Gross Rental Receipts' section, enter the total amount of rentals for the collection period. Ensure this amount accurately reflects your rental income.
3. Next, in the 'Less - Exempt Receipts' section, enter any rentals that are exempt from the Tourist Tax. Remember to provide a copy of your Florida Exemption Certificate if applicable.
4. For 'Total Taxable Receipts', calculate the amount by subtracting the exempt receipts from the gross rental receipts (line 1 minus line 2) and enter that amount.
5. In the 'Total Tax Collected' section, enter the total amount of Tourist Tax collected, which is calculated as 4% of your taxable receipts.
6. If you have any adjustments, include them in the 'Adjustments' section. Confirm any over or under tax payments with the Tourist Tax Office staff at 239-252-8829.
7. Calculate the 'Total Tax Due' by adding the total tax collected (line 4) with any adjustments (line 5).
8. For the 'Less - Collection Allowance', enter 2.5% of line 6, noting the maximum allowance is $30.00. Remember, there is no collection allowance on late returns.
9. If applicable, add any penalties in the 'Plus Penalty' section; you must contact the Tourist Tax Office staff to confirm this amount.
10. In the 'Current Period Due' section, calculate the total amount due by adding the total tax due (line 6), subtracting the collection allowance (line 7), and adding any penalties (line 8).
11. Finally, enter the 'Grand Total Amount Due' which should match the current period due.
12. Sign and date your return. Ensure that any incomplete or unsigned tax returns may face penalties and could be returned. Write your account number on your check made payable to 'Collier County Tax Collector' for the Grand Total Amount Due and mail the bottom section of the return with your payment to the address provided.
13. After completing the form, you can save changes, download, print, or share the form as necessary.

Start filling out your FL Tourist Development Tax Return online today!