Real Estate Transfer Tax certificates | Department of Revenue

City of Philadelphia

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When you complete a sale or transfer of real estate that is located in Philadelphia, you must file and pay the Realty Transfer Tax. Deed transfers and entity transfers have their own, unique forms. Complete the correct certificate and submit it when you record the deed or mail in your Realty Transfer Tax.

Name	Description	Released	Format
Real Estate Transfer Tax Certificate (Deeds) PDF	This form is required when filing Realty Transfer Tax for deeds with the Department of Records. This certificate is fillable and includes instructions.	January 20, 2017
Real Estate Transfer Tax Certificate (Entities) PDF	This form is required when filing Realty Transfer Tax for entities with the Department of Records. This form is fillable and includes instructions.	June 10, 2021