As a business in Pennsylvania, you may be required to collect and pay taxes or obtain a business license as part of your regular operations. Your responsibilities will be determined based on the type of business you run. In this section, you will find a list of the most common Pennsylvania business taxes and learn how to file and pay taxes.

Depending on your business activity, you may be required to fill out a section of the Pennsylvania Online Business Tax Registration Form (myPATH) or other registration forms with the Department of Revenue.

For more information on Pennsylvania business taxes, view the Pennsylvania Department of Revenue’s General Business Tax Guide (PDF) or watch our video tutorial on how to apply for a PA business tax account.

Common Business Taxes

The following list includes common types of business taxes relevant for a wide variety of businesses operating in Pennsylvania. Detailed information on each of these tax types can be found on the Pennsylvania Department of Revenue’s website.

• Sales, Use and Hotel Occupancy Tax
  • Retailer’s Information (PDF)
  • Short Term Rentals Using Home-Sharing or Third Party Brokers
  • Use Tax
• Corporation Taxes
• Employer Withholding
• Unemployment Compensation Tax

Specialized Business Taxes

The following list includes common types of business taxes which apply to specific businesses. Detailed information on each of these tax types can be found on the Pennsylvania Department of Revenue’s website.

• Cigarette Tax
• Other Tobacco Products Tax
• Motor and Alternative Fuel Taxes (Includes Liquid Fuels and Fuels Tax and Motor Carrier Road Tax/IFTA)
• Malt Beverage and Liquor Tax
• Public Transportation Assistance and Vehicle Rental Tax
• Small Games of Chance