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.
Who pays the tax. 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.
Every individual, partnership, association, limited liability company (LLC), and corporation engaged in a business, profession, or other activity for profit within the City of Philadelphia must file a Business Income & Receipts Tax (BIRT) return.
The current rates for the Business Income & Receipts Tax (BIRT) are 1.415 mills ($1.415 per $1,000) on gross receipts, and 5.99% on taxable net income. The BIRT is based on both gross receipts and net income. Both parts must be filed.
You do not need a Philadelphia Tax Center login to respond to most letters. On the website's homepage, find the "Submissions" panel, and select "Respond to a Letter." Next, enter the Letter ID, which can be found on the top right corner of your letter.
Every resident, part-year resident or nonresident individual must file a Pennsylvania Income Tax Return (PA-40) when he or she realizes income generating $1 or more in tax, even if no tax is due (e.g., when an employee receives compensation where tax is withheld).
Net profit is gross profit minus operating expenses and taxes. You can also think of it as total income minus all expenses.
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.
Taxable Income Calculation: NPT is levied on the net profits derived from business activities within the city. In 2023, the tax rates are 3.75% for residents and 3.44% for non-residents. Filing Requirements: Taxpayers who have businesses in Philadelphia must file a return even if a loss is incurred.