Renew your business tax receipt, secure your future

Published on June 17, 2025

To ensure compliance and operate with confidence, independent contractors and business owners should secure a business tax receipt from the City.

All professions operating with the City of Port St. Lucie, including 1099 independent contractors, must have a Port St. Lucie business tax to operate legally.

There are four steps to obtaining a business receipt:

1. Contact the Port St. Lucie Business Tax Division.
2. Gather the necessary documents.
3. Complete the application at www.CityofPSL.com/BusinessTax.
4. Submit applicable fees, obtain approvals and the Business Tax Division will issue your receipt.

As the renewal period begins, keep these important details in mind:

• Renewal: Business tax receipts are renewed annually on July 1 and expire Sept. 30.
• Changes: Update your business receipt for major changes like a new address or business name.
• Display: Display your business receipt at your workplace to confirm legal operation.

There are three ways to renew the business tax receipt:

• By mail: Make the check or money order payable to the City of Port St. Lucie and return it with the renewal notice.
• In person: Pay in person at Port St. Lucie City Hall, Building A, 121 SW Port St. Lucie Blvd.
• Online: Renew Business Tax Receipt Online

Learn more about business tax receipts at www.CityofPSL.com/BusinessTax.

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