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Tax Commissioner

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1. Where are the locations of the motor vehicle offices?

2816 Washington Road - Suite 109
Augusta, GA 30909

3463-A Peach Orchard Road
Augusta, GA 30906

535 Telfair Street - Suite 100
Augusta, GA 30901

2. What forms of payment do you accept?

Visa

MasterCard

Discover

Checks

Money orders

Cash

3. What are the hours of operation?

Monday through Friday 8:30am-5:00pm

Saturday hours at the Peach Orchard Road office only 8:30 am- 12:00pm* except holidays, training days and gratis (state) updates.

4. How much does it cost to replace a lost title?

Replacement titles are $8.00.

5. How much does it cost to replace a lost or stolen plate?

Replacement plates or decals are $8.00.

6. I received a letter in the mail about an insurance lapse, what do I do?

Contact your insurance company or have them contact the main tag office at (706) 821-2475.

7. When does my registration officially expire?

For individuals, the tag expires at midnight of the expiration date printed on the registration.

8. I recently got married/divorced. How do I get my name changed on my registration?

You will need to present the original title for the vehicle and the marriage certificate or the divorce decree.

9. I purchased a car from a private owner. What paperwork do I need to register the vehicle?

If the vehicle is 1986 or newer you will need the original title, proof of Georgia insurance (insurance dated within the last 30 days) and a Georgia driver’s license.

If the vehicle is 1985 or older model you will need the Bill of Sale, proof of Georgia insurance and a Georgia drivers license or Georgia ID.

10. How much does it cost to get a new plate?

Standard plates are $20.00

Specialty plates are $80.00

Prestige plates are $90.00

11. When were taxes Due?

Taxes are due November 15, of the billing year.

12. What was the discount date?

The discount date is 20 calendar days after the billing date.

13. When is the penalty date?

The penalty date is December 20th of the billing year.

14. What is the last day you can apply for a homestead exemption?

The last day to apply for a homestead exemption is April 1st of the year of application.

15. Can I make a partial payment?

Yes, but you will continue to be charged interest and penalty until the balance is paid.

16. What should I do if I don’t have a trash can but am being charged for solid waste?

This type of inquiry is handled by our Environmental Services (Solid Waste) Department. Please contact at (706) 592-3200.

17. Do I still have to pay my taxes by the due date if my property is under appeal?

Yes – 85% bills are due on November 15th. If your appeal is settled before then you will be issued a new date for the remainder of the unpaid bill.

18. Can I pay my taxes online?

Yes, taxes can be payed online by visiting www.arctax.com. Please note that there is a 2.2% convenience fee associated with paying online.

19. My spouse died, is there a provision that allows me not to pay my property taxes?

Yes – Years Support (must apply no later than 2 years after death – can be done by an attorney or through probate court).