Business, Professional & Occupational Licenses (BPOL)

• Individuals engaging in most home occupations and self employment must file
• Renewal license applications must be filed and the tax paid by March 1 each year
• New licenses must be obtained prior to the date the business began in Manassas City
• If a business, which has paid a license tax, ceases to operate a refund may be obtained for the portion of the tax already paid
• Contractors must also submit a Contractor's Certification of Insuring Liability for Workers' Compensation in Virginia (Form 61A)

Further Information

• New! New Business Check List
• For information on tax rates and business classification, browse the BPOL Rate Schedule
• For more details, view the BPOL Ordinance
• Sign up to be notified by email about business tax due dates
• Cease of Business Form
• Guide for New Businesses
• Virginia Tax Facts

For more information, call 703-257-8214 to speak to a member of our staff, or email us.