The Sarasota County Board of County Commissioners voted to repeal the County Business Tax July 9, 2024; therefore, the County Business Tax will no longer be collected. 

Please note that since the tax on attorneys falls under a special act and funds the Law Library, that tax will continue. 

If your business is located within the city limits, you may be required to pay the business tax in the local municipality: Longboat Key, North Port, Sarasota, or Venice.

The countdown in on! Starting May 7, 2025, Florida residents planning to use their driver's license or ID Card to board a federally regulated domestic flight must have a REAL ID compliant card with gold star. More information at www.flhsmv.gov/driver-licenses-id-cards/real-id. If you do not already have a gold star, or if you have one but your information has changed, visit www.flhsmv.gov/driver-licenses-id-cards/what-to-bring to learn what you need to bring to update your card. When you have all your documents, schedule your appointment online.

Do you have a road test appointment soon? We want to make sure you are ready for your test and have all the tools you need to pass! Take a moment to view these helpful videos on certain driving maneuvers you will be required to complete. Thank you to our friends at the Manatee County Tax Collector's Office for creating these helpful videos!

Appointments are recommended for all services and can be scheduled online. Appointments are required for the Road or Written Test, Concealed Weapon License, and any service in the North Port Office. You must be a Sarasota County resident. If you are establishing residency or are a seasonal resident, you are eligible for an appointment. If you live outside of Sarasota County, please visit your local Tax Collector or contact Info@SarasotaTaxCollector.com for residency requirement exceptions. Customers who walk in without an appointment may encounter a long wait or may be turned away if the office is at capacity.

Having trouble making your payment online or need assistance with something else? Call 941.861.8300 or email Info@SarasotaTaxCollector.com.