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The Business Operating License – For Every Small Business The Business Operating License is a basic requirement for most businesses that allows you to operate in a city and state. Don't confuse this license with obtaining your legal business entity via your company registration with the Department of State (Sunbiz).
8 Steps to Start a Tampa Business: File Formation Paperwork. Apply for an EIN. Register any DBAs (Fictitious Names) Submit a Beneficial Ownership Information Report. Register for Florida State Taxes. Get a Business Tax Receipt. Obtain any Required Licenses. Acquire any Required Zoning Permits.
A Business Tax Receipt is required for anyone conducting business in Hillsborough County.
Contact the Department of Business and Professional Regulation, (850) 487-1395, MyFlorida/DBPR.
The Local Business Tax, formerly known as Occupational License, is required of any individual or entity choosing to engage in or manage any business, profession or occupation in Hillsborough County, unless specifically exempted.
New businesses must obtain their Local Business Tax Receipt prior to engaging in their enterprise. The tax period is from Sept 1 to Sept 30 of the next year. Businesses seeking a new Local Business Tax Receipt between April 1st and June 30th will be issued a tax receipt at a half year rate.
Anyone who provides merchandise or services to the public, even if only a one-person company or home-based business, must obtain the business tax receipt in order to operate. If the business location is within the city limits, a city-issued business tax receipt is first required, as well.
To reach Hillsborough County's Customer Service and Support Department, please call (813) 272-5900.