Starting or running a business in Florida means dealing with several state and federal agencies. This guide brings together the most commonly used official government resources, helping you quickly find the right department for tax, registration, compliance and business support.
IRS Business Resources
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is responsible for federal business taxation, Employer Identification Numbers (EINs), payroll taxes and federal tax payments.
Business & Specialty Tax Line
Phone: 800-829-4933
Official resources include:
- Apply for an Employer Identification Number (EIN)
- Business tax account
- Federal tax payments
- Payroll tax guidance
- Business tax forms and publications
- Estimated tax payments
Website: https://www.irs.gov/businesses
Florida Department of Revenue
The Florida Department of Revenue manages state business taxes including sales tax, reemployment tax, corporate income tax and tax registrations. Businesses can also register online using the Florida Business Tax Application (DR-1).
General Tax Information
Phone: (850) 488-6800
Common services include:
- Business tax registration
- Sales and use tax
- Corporate income tax
- Reemployment tax
- Online filing and payments
- Tax forms and publications
Website: https://floridarevenue.com
Register a Florida Business
The Florida Division of Corporations (Sunbiz) is the official place to register a business entity in Florida. It allows businesses to form LLCs, corporations, partnerships and file annual reports.
Services include:
- Register an LLC
- Register a Corporation
- File Annual Reports
- Search existing businesses
- Registered agent information
- Business document filings
Phone: (850) 245-6052
Website: https://dos.fl.gov/sunbiz
Florida Business Tax Registration
If your business needs to collect sales tax, hire employees or register for other state taxes, complete the Florida Business Tax Application (DR-1). The online registration system determines which taxes apply to your business.
Website:
https://floridarevenue.com/taxes/eservices
Florida Department of Commerce
The Florida Department of Commerce supports economic development, workforce programmes, grants and business expansion.
Businesses can find information on:
- Business growth programmes
- Workforce development
- Economic incentives
- International trade
- Community development
- Employer resources
Phone: (850) 245-7105
Website: https://floridajobs.org
Enterprise Florida
Enterprise Florida helps companies expand, relocate and invest within the state. It also supports international businesses looking to establish operations in Florida.
Services include:
- Business expansion
- Relocation assistance
- Export support
- International investment
- Industry information
Website: https://www.enterpriseflorida.com
U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)
The SBA provides loans, mentoring, educational resources and funding opportunities for small businesses.
Business owners can access:
- SBA loans
- Business planning tools
- Federal contracting assistance
- Startup guidance
- Disaster assistance
- Local business support
Customer Service: 800-827-5722
Website: https://www.sba.gov
Florida Business Resources at a Glance
| Organisation | Main Purpose |
|---|---|
| IRS | Federal business taxes, EINs and payroll |
| Florida Department of Revenue | State tax registration, sales tax and corporate tax |
| Florida Division of Corporations (Sunbiz) | Business registration and annual reports |
| Florida Department of Commerce | Business development and workforce programmes |
| Enterprise Florida | Business expansion and investment support |
| U.S. Small Business Administration | Loans, funding and small business guidance |
Whether you are starting a new business, hiring employees or managing ongoing compliance, these official agencies provide the information, forms and support needed to stay compliant and grow your business.