Business

Business taxes and fees can be paid online, by mail, in person, by ACH or by wire.

San Francisco's Business and Tax Regulations Code requires that every person engaging in business within the City must register within 15 days after commencing business. The business registration is then renewed in May on an annual basis.

Manage your account with the Online Account Update application. Renew your business registration. Reset your PIN. Request a Penalty Waiver or Refund. Close your business.

The Office of the Treasurer & Tax Collector collects business various taxes and fees that are required by the San Francisco Business and Tax Regulations Code.

In addition to the Business Registration, certain types of businesses, such as restaurants, massage establishments, or retail markets, to name a few, are required to obtain additional permits and licenses from local regulatory agencies to operate in San Francisco.

The Tax Collector regulations pursuant to the Tax Collector’s authority to adopt rules under the San Francisco Business and Tax Regulations Code.