Florida state taxes can provide a challenge for the typical business owner. Whether you are a new business owner or a seasoned business owner, you must understand Florida state and local tax rules and regulations. The Florida Department of Revenue's website has many Florida tax resources designed to help the business owner navigate the maze of Florida taxes.

Using the website of the Florida Department of Revenue, you can register a new business, you can learn about the various business taxes in Florida, you can review business tax forms, and you can even file your Florida state taxes online using the e-Services program. Business owners should be sure to:

1. Obtain information about Florida state and local taxes.

2. Gather any applicable Florida state tax forms.

3. File Florida state taxes for your business online.

4. Use online Florida state tax resources and tools.

Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done

Use Florida state and local tax resources to get information about business taxes

Look at the website for the Florida Department of Revenue as your first stop for Florida local tax resources and state tax resources. Here you can find helpful information about business taxes in Florida, including specific information for new business owners. Don't forget to check out the frequently asked questions online for help with common business tax questions.

I recommend: New Florida businesses should review the Florida state and local tax resources found in the Start-up Kit for New Business Owners. Review the online Business Owner's Guide for important tax information. View the frequently asked questions for help with some common tax questions and issues.

Locate the necessary Florida state tax forms

If you intend to file tax returns through the mail or if you need to review applicable Florida state tax forms, don't worry. You can either download various business tax forms from the Florida Department of Revenue's website, or you can request tax forms in the mail.

I recommend: Search for current year tax forms by category and download the desired tax forms. Order paper tax forms from the Florida Department of Revenue.

File Florida state taxes online using e-Services

Businesses can securely and easily file many of their Florida state and local taxes online, including corporate income tax, sales and use tax and fuel tax, using The Florida Department of Revenue's e-Services. Businesses must enroll in e-Services to be able to use this online tax filing program. You can enroll in e-Services online, and then you have the option of filing and paying business taxes through the Internet.

I recommend: Review the information needed for a business to enroll in e-Services. Enroll to use e-Services online to file taxes for your business. Previously enrolled businesses can file and pay business taxes online using the e-Services program.

Take advantage of online Florida state tax tools

Online Florida state tax resources and Florida local tax resources and tools can help business owners complete various tax related tasks online. New businesses can register online to collect and report taxes in Florida. You can also review the various Florida county tax rates online.

I recommend: New businesses should register to collect and report business taxes in the state of Florida. View the information that you need to register your new business. Review Florida county tax rates online.

Tips & Tactics

Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide

• •  Consider attending a free taxpayer education seminar given by the Florida Department of Revenue. Search for taxpayer education seminars by tax topic, location or date and then register for a seminar online. You can obtain valuable Florida state tax information about a wide variety of business taxes at these seminars.