Effective Tuesday, March 17, 2020 all Okaloosa County Tax Collector Office lobby locations will be Closed to the Public until further advised. While office locations will be closed to the public, customers can continue to process transactions online at OkaloosaTax.com, by phone at 850-651-7300, through the mail, or by drop box. According to Tax Collector, …
Property Tax Payment Deadline!
Okaloosa County Tax Collector Ben Anderson would like to remind Citizens of the March 31st deadline for paying 2019 Property Taxes. Property taxes not paid by March 31st become delinquent and will be subject to delinquency interest and advertising fees, which are added to the gross amount due. Anderson reminds taxpayers, “Payments can be made …
Delinquent Business Tax Receipts
The Okaloosa County Tax Collector’s Office begins enforcement actions to collect delinquent Business Tax Receipts (BTRs) in January. Tax Collector Ben Anderson says, “BTRs, formerly known as Occupational Licenses, are required for businesses that provide merchandise, entertainment, or services to the public, even if only a one-person company or home-based business.” He continues, “We want …
Christmas Hours 2019
Thanksgiving Holiday Hours 2019
?All offices of the Okaloosa County Tax Collector will close at 2 pm with Driver License services ending at 12:30 pm on Wednesday, Nov. 27th. ?All offices will remain closed for Thanksgiving and Black Friday. ?You can still do business with us online at OkaloosaTax.com
Discounts For Early Tax Payments!
Okaloosa County property owners can receive a 4% discount on their property taxes if paid during the month of November! Tax Collector Ben Anderson says, “Last November, over 80,000 property owners took advantage of the November payment discount, resulting in a total savings of over $7.46 million.” The final day to receive the discount is …
Tax Collector Partners With USPS Informed Delivery Service
The Okaloosa County Tax Collector’s Office is pleased to announce their participation and collaboration with the United States Postal Service in an effort to keep customers informed about their incoming mail pieces. More specifically, their vehicle registration renewals, property tax notices and business tax receipt renewals. “Through the United States Postal Service’s FREE Informed Delivery …
Passport Services Now Available In Shalimar!
Shalimar, FL – The Okaloosa County Tax Collector’s Office is now offering walk-in U.S. Passport services in their Shalimar Branch Office. Passport services currently offered include original application and photo processing. “Our partnership with the U.S. Department of State began just over a year ago with us offering passport services in our Niceville Office. We …
Okaloosa County Tax Collector Awarded for Financial Excellence
For a remarkable seventh consecutive year, the Okaloosa County Tax Collector, Ben Anderson, has earned the Legacy Award for Continued Excellence in Financial Operations. The Legacy Award was presented by the Florida Tax Collector’s Association and is one of the highest honors a Florida Tax Collector can receive. Consideration for the Legacy Award requires a …
Need the Tax Collector Fast? Dial #TAX
The Okaloosa County Tax Collector’s office is making it easier than ever to reach them. With a few taps on your mobile device you can quickly connect with the Okaloosa County Tax Collector’s office by dialing #TAX (#829). You will be greeted by one of our friendly and knowledgeable customer service agents who will quickly …