Wage Tax refund requests can be submitted through the Philadelphia Tax Center, including for salaried or commissioned employees. If you requested a refund on your return, you do not need to fill out these forms. To request a refund, once in the Philadelphia Tax Center, you need to know your FEIN, SSN, or PHTIN.
As of Tax Year 2022, trade show vendors must use the BIRT-EZ annual form to file their returns on the Philadelphia Tax Center. As a trade show vendor, the Department of Revenue permits the use of separate accounting to calculate taxable receipts and net income for the specific event within the City of Philadelphia.
You can also request an extension to file your PA State return at and the City of Philadelphia generally grants an extension to those who have been granted an extension to file their federal income tax returns.
Wage Tax refund requests can be submitted through the Philadelphia Tax Center, including for salaried or commissioned employees. If you requested a refund on your return, you do not need to fill out these forms. To request a refund, once in the Philadelphia Tax Center, you need to know your FEIN, SSN, or PHTIN.
The wage tax, which is typically withheld from workers' paychecks, applies to all Philadelphians, regardless of where they work, and to all nonresidents who work in the city. The current rates are 3.75% for residents and 3.44% for nonresidents.
The tax applies to payments that a person receives from an employer in return for work or services. All employed Philadelphia residents owe the Wage Tax, regardless of where they work.
The Net Profits Tax (NPT) is imposed on the net profits from the operation of a trade, business, profession, enterprise, or other activity by: Philadelphia residents, even if their business is conducted outside of Philadelphia. Non-residents who conduct business in Philadelphia.