Business License Renewals

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Business License Renewals

Businesses are required to pay an annual business license tax. Each yearly license shall be issued for a twelve-month period of May 1 - April 30.

  • Business License renewals are due April 30th of each year.
  • Business License tax is calculated on your gross revenue reported on your prior year's Federal Income tax return.
  • To avoid paying penalties on your annual business license renewal, the fee must be received and/or postmarked no later than April 30th.
  • Business License Renewal Forms are mailed each year by the end of January.

Payment Options

  • Pay Online:
    • Pay online with an E-Check or Credit Card
      • Credit card payments are limited to a threshold of $5,000
      • E-Check payments are limited to a threshold of $25,000
    • You will need your PIN code located in the upper right corner of your Tax Payment Form.
    • Renew Your Business License

  • Pay by Mail:
    • Town of Hilton Head Island
      Attention: Revenue Services
      One Town Center Court
      Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
    • To ensure cardholder security, we will not accept credit card information in hardcopy format (received by mail). The hardcopy documents will not be processed and will be returned to you.
  • Pay in Person:
    • Town of Hilton Head Island
      Stephen G. Riley Municipal Complex
      Attention: Revenue Services
      One Town Center Court
      Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
    • Credit card payments are limited to in person and/or online processing with a limit of $5,000.

What if my renewal is late?

Failing to remit payment by the due date shall result in penalties being assessed. Penalties are calculated as follows:

  • 5 percent of the unpaid amount for each month past due until paid in full.
  • Additionally, delinquent businesses are subject to a $1,087.50 municipal summons.

Questions?

Contact Revenue Services at 843-341-4677.