First-time applicants must use the online application system or fill out and print the Local Business Tax receipt application and submit it by mail or in person.

Before submitting your application, make sure you have the following information ready to be included with the application:

• Real estate account number for property, if applicable

• Tangible account number for property, if applicable

• If you are not using your full legal name for your business, you must present proof of your fictitious name or corporate documents. A business using a fictitious name must submit a copy of the current Certificate of Registration from the Florida Department of State. For more information about fictitious names, call 850-245-6058. Those using a corporate name must submit a copy of the corporation's current Certificate of Status from the State of Florida. Fore more information about corporations, call 850-245-6052. Visit the Florida Division of Corporations website to find Fictitious Names and Certificates of Registration.

• Your business' North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code.

• Federal Employer Identification, Tax ID number or Social Security number. All information provided will become part of the public records; however, Social Security Numbers have protections under confidentiality laws of the State of Florida.

Businesses located in unincorporated Miami-Dade County must obtain a Certificate of Use and Occupancy in addition to the Business Tax Receipt.

If you plan to conduct business from your home, read the requirements of a home-based business tax receipt.