By Jonathan Eberle |
Arizona businesses have just days remaining to renew their 2026 transaction privilege tax (TPT) license and remain in compliance with state tax law. The renewal deadline is January 1, 2026, and licenses that are not renewed or canceled by January 31 will continue to accrue penalties.
State officials are encouraging businesses to act early to avoid additional fees and administrative issues. Renewals can be completed quickly through AZTaxes.gov, which allows taxpayers to file, pay, and renew licenses online. According to state requirements, businesses operating multiple locations must complete their TPT renewals electronically.
To help taxpayers avoid delays and common errors, the Arizona Department of Revenue has outlined best practices for the renewal process, including verifying account information before submitting payment and ensuring all required filings are complete.
The renewal requirement also applies to certain out-of-state businesses. Remote sellers and marketplace facilitators that do not have a physical presence in Arizona but generate more than $100,000 in gross sales to Arizona customers are required to renew their TPT licenses for 2026. Businesses that did not meet that threshold may consider canceling their license if it is no longer needed.
Once renewal fees are fully paid, the state will mail the TPT License Certificate to the mailing address on file. Taxpayers are advised to review and update their mailing address in the system prior to renewing to ensure timely delivery of the certificate. Businesses that have closed or ceased operations are urged to formally cancel their TPT license. Canceling a license helps prevent unnecessary renewal obligations, fees, and penalties and ensures the business’s account history remains in good standing.
The Department of Revenue also offers a video tutorial that walks taxpayers through the renewal process step by step. Additional reminders and tips are shared through the agency’s social media channels as the deadline approaches. With the January 1 deadline nearing, state officials recommend that businesses complete their renewals as soon as possible to avoid penalties and ensure uninterrupted compliance for the 2026 tax year.
Jonathan Eberle is a reporter for AZ Free News. You can send him news tips using this link.
