DELINQUENT BUSINESS TAX RECEIPTS

Okaloosa County Tax Collector Ben Anderson would like to inform business owners that Field Agents from the Tax Collector’s Office are in the process of collecting delinquent Business Tax Receipts (BTR). Formally known as an Occupational License, BTRs are required to conduct business in Okaloosa County.  Anderson says, “Field Agents will call on delinquent businesses and identify themselves as ‘Deputy Tax Collectors,’ and will not only fully identify themselves and their department, but they will only call during business hours Monday through Friday. The local Business Tax Receipt is for businesses that provide merchandise, entertainment, or services to the public, even if only a one-person company or home-based business. Anderson urges, “For those with an expired Business Tax Receipt, please renew them as soon as possible to avoid additional penalties.” Business Tax Receipts can be paid at any Okaloosa County Tax Collector Branch, online at www.OkaloosaTax.com, or by phone at 651-7300. Inquiries should be directed to Joshua Allen, Director of Field Services or JAllen@OkaloosaTax.com.