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How to File and Pay Fairfax County's Food and Beverage Tax

Fairfax County Tax Administration · January 13, 2026
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Summary

A concise guide for Fairfax County foodservice businesses on registering, filing, and paying the county food and beverage tax online, including required account information, receipt entry, payment options, the 2.35% card fee, and how to get a filing confirmation.

Welcome to this step-by-step guide explaining how Fairfax County businesses can file and pay the county food and beverage tax online. The tutorial walks users through registration, entering receipts, payment choices, fees, and how to obtain a confirmation for recordkeeping.

The instructions are intended for businesses required to collect and remit Fairfax County's food and beverage tax. The Presenter explains how to log in (or register if needed), complete the return for a selected month, apply any seller’s discount for on-time filing, and submit payment. This matters to restaurants and other foodservice businesses because it affects cash flow (payment timing, discounts) and payment costs (card-processing fees).

To begin, navigate to the food and beverage tax login and review the disclaimer. Click “I Accept” to proceed and indicate whether you have an…

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