Business Tax Division

General Information:

Fictitious Name Registration:
If your business name does not contain your first and last name, you must register your business name with the State of Florida Division of Corporations as a fictitious name. This registration must be completed prior to application for an Business tax receipt. This does not apply to corporations or to those certified with DB&PR. You may register on-line at www.sunbiz.org or contact them at 850-488-9000.

Federal Employer Identification Number/Social Security Number
Florida Statues require that you provide us with either your business' Federal Employer Identification number or your social security number. 1 (800) 829-4933. http://www.irs.ustreas.gov/

The State of Florida requires various businesses to register with the Department of Agriculture. Division of Consumer Services, (800) 435-7352

If you wish to file as a corporation, contact: The Florida Department of State, Division of Corporations, PO Box 6327 Tallahassee, FL 32314 (850) 488-9000 http://www.dos.state.fl.us/doc/

For social security tax information, contact the Social Security Administration
1-800-772-1213, Local office: (727) 893-3176 http://www.ssa.gov/

To apply for a state sales tax number, contact: Department of Revenue, Sales Tax Division, 19337 US Highway 19 N., Suite 200, Clearwater FL 34624-3149 (727) 538-7400 http://dor.myflorida.com/dor/taxes/sales_tax.html

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