Business Tax

Who Needs an Account?

The Revenue Division collects a business tax from any business operating in Fremont. Businesses located within or outside of the City of Fremont are required to register and pay for a business tax account if conducting business in the City of Fremont.

New Business Tax Applications

Information & Fees

  • The registration tax for most businesses operating in Fremont is $30 plus a $4 State Mandated ADA fee.
  • Payment of the initial registration tax results in the creation of a City of Fremont business tax account and the issuance of a City of Fremont business tax certificate.
  • Annual renewal or closure of the City of Fremont business tax account is required prior to the business tax certificate expiration date.
  • Additional business tax may be due at the time of business tax account renewal, depending on your business activity.
  • Completion of a New Business Tax Application and payment of a $30 record change tax is required whenever a business name, location, or ownership change occurs.

Resources

Contact

For questions about business taxes, please email the Revenue Division or call (510) 494-4790.