Taxes & Fees

The Office of the Treasurer & Tax Collector collects more than 180 taxes and fees that are required by the San Francisco Business and Tax Regulations Code.

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                       Annual Business Taxes

In general, everyone engaging in business within the City must register within 15 days after commencing business and renew the registration every year by May 31st. Some businesses are also required to file and pay the Gross Receipts Tax and other annual taxes. Click on a tax below to learn more and to file a return.

The San Francisco Gross Receipts Tax is a local business tax approved by San Francisco voters in 2012 and most recently updated in 2020. Visit the Gross Receipts Tax Overview page to learn more. 

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