Tacoma, WA · Pierce County
Business and Occupation Tax Return
Tacoma businesses use this return to report business income, deductions, taxable income, and tax due for a reporting period.
What this form is
This fillable return lets businesses report income by tax classification, claim deductions and credits, calculate tax due, and provide payment information. The form is for reporting periods shown on the return and includes fields for business details, discontinued or transferred business information, and a signed declaration. It also provides instructions about classifications, deductions, credits, penalties, and interest.
Who needs it
Businesses reporting Tacoma business and occupation tax use this return to report income, deductions, credits, and any payment due.
How to submit it
Mail the completed return to the City of Tacoma Finance Department, Tax & License Division, PO Box 11640, Tacoma, WA 98411-6640. The form lists 253-591-5252 for questions.
About notarization
This document is signed without a notary; the signer signs and dates the declaration under penalties of perjury.
How to submit this form
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Download The Return
Download the fillable Business and Occupation Tax Return PDF.
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Complete The Form
Enter the reporting period and business details, then report gross income, deductions, taxable income, credits, and payment information.
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Gather Any Attachments
Attach the supplemental form if claiming the multiple activities tax credit; the return says it must be attached.
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Sign And Date
Sign and date the declaration under penalties of perjury.
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Mail The Return
Mail the completed return to the City of Tacoma Finance Department, Tax & License Division, PO Box 11640, Tacoma, WA 98411-6640.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Tacoma Business and Occupation Tax Return?
- It is a fillable return for businesses to report gross income by tax classification, deductions, taxable income, credits, and tax due for a reporting period.
- Who uses this Tacoma tax return?
- Businesses reporting Tacoma business and occupation tax use the form to provide business information and calculate amounts due. The return includes fields for income, deductions, and credits.
- How do I submit the Tacoma Business and Occupation Tax Return?
- Complete and sign the return, then mail it to the City of Tacoma Finance Department, Tax & License Division, PO Box 11640, Tacoma, WA 98411-6640.
- Do I need a notary for the Tacoma Business and Occupation Tax Return?
- No. The form has no notary block; the signer signs and dates a declaration under penalties of perjury.