To apply for a business license, you may apply online here or complete the Business License Application (New Business Tax Affidavit form). There are three ways to file the Business Property Statements (571-L) 1.Filing your statement via the internet 2. A seller's permit allows you to collect sales tax from customers and report those amounts to the state on a regular reporting period. Every person or company conducting business in San José must register for a Business Tax Certificate.