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1. Can I renew my vehicle registration online?

Yes, you can renew online by clicking this link.

You can pay with VISA, Discover, American Express or MasterCard. The Georgia Department of Revenue charges a credit card convenience fee of 2.35% ($1 minimum) to renew online. Your registration must be renewed by the renewal date each year or penalties are assessed. Access the

Georgia Vehicle Registration website.

2. Who is ineligible to renew vehicle registration online?

To renew online, vehicles must have valid Georgia insurance policy electronically transmitted to the state database. If any of the following also apply, the vehicle cannot be renewed online:
- It is covered by a Georgia Fleet insurance policy
- It is covered by a Georgia self-insured insurance policy
- It has a specialty license plate that requires supporting documentation to renew the registration
- Registered owner has a change of address

3. How Do I Calculate Title Ad Valorem Tax on a Vehicle?

To calculate the Title Ad Valorem Tax, visit https://eservices.drives.ga.gov/_/

4. How do I obtain a disabled person's placard or license plate?

For information on how to obtain a disabled person's placard or license plate, visit our Specialty & Disabled Tags page.

5. What are the insurance requirements in Georgia?

Georgia Department of Revenue has specific insurance requirements. To learn more, visit their website.

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1. How do I obtain a Georgia title?

To learn more about obtaining a Georgia title, visit our Department of Revenue's website.

2. How do I title my vehicle if I'm new to Georgia?

To learn how to title your vehicle in Georgia, visit the Department of Revenue's website.

3. How do I get a replacement Georgia title for my vehicle?

If you need to replace a title, you must do so through the Department of Revenue.

4. How do I sell a vehicle I've inherited?

Learn how to sell an inherited vehicle through the Department of Revenue's website.

5. How do I change my name on my title due to Court Order, Divorce or Marriage?

Learn how to change your name on a title by visiting the Department of Revenue's website.

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1. Who determines preferential assessments and tax exempt status?

The Board of Assessors determines eligibility and processes applications for property qualified for specialized assessments such as Conservation Use and Preferential Assessment (agricultural, historic, conservation, Brownfield, etc.) and tax exempt property (churches, non-profit hospitals, etc.). Tax exempt status must be approved by the Board of Assessors before tax liability can be removed.

For more information, you can contact the Board of Assessors at 706-821-2310.

2. Who determines property value?

The Board of Assessors’ appraisal staff determines property value based on recent sales and market conditions and issues a Notice of Current Assessment to all property owners each spring. If the fair market value of the property changes, the assessed value must also be changed. Visit the Augusta Tax Assessor's website for more information.

3. How do I appeal a property tax assessment?

There are three methods of appeal:
1. Board of Equalization method with further appeal to the Superior Court;
2. Arbitration method with further appeal rights which requires the appealing party to submit a recent certified appraisal of the property within 45 days of filing the appeal
3. Hearing Officer method for non-homestead real property with fair market value over $750,000 for appeals regarding value or uniformity with further appeal rights to Superior Court

For more information, visit the Board of Assessors page.

4. When are property taxes due?

Note that billing and due dates may change year-to-year as required by the Richmond County Tax Commissioner, but the due date is November 15th of each billing year.

For more information, visit our Due Dates page.

5. How do I apply for property tax exemptions?

Property owners may apply for exemptions online, by mail or in-person with the Tax Commissioner’s Office year-round. However, application must be made by April 1 to receive the exemption for that tax year.

For more information, visit our Homestead Exemptions page.

6. How can I pay my property taxes?

Residents can pay property taxes by mail, in person, or online. - Mail payments to the Tax Commissioner’s Office at P.O. Box 1427, Augusta, GA 30903 - Pay in person during regular business hours at the Municipal Building only - Pay online by check, credit card or debit card. Visit the

Search and Pay page

7. What if I can't pay my taxes on time?

Taxes are delinquent if not paid by the due date, and penalties and interest are added based on the unpaid amount. Delinquent properties are also subject to tax liens, which are issued in the name of the owner as of January 1.

For more information, visit our Delinquent Tax Bills page.

8. What are the taxes for bought or sold property?

The Tax Commissioner is responsible for billing the property owner on record as of January 1 for each tax year. If the property has changed ownership after January 1 and before the tax billing, a tax bill will also be sent to the new owner. For more information, visit our New Residents page.

9. Can I get a W9 from the county?

Yes, you can download the linked form here.

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1. How do I register a vehicle I recently purchased?

To learn more about how to register a recently purchased vehicle, visit the Department of Revenue's website.

2. How do I register my vehicle?

Registration is available through the Department of Revenue's website.

3. How do I know when to renew my vehicle registration?

Residents can renew their vehicle registration by mail, in person, or online. For more information visit our Vehicle Registration page.

4. How do I renew my vehicle registration?

Citizens can renew their registration by phone, mail, or online. Visit our Vehicle Registration page for information.

5. How do I request a renewal notice on a vehicle I already own?

If you would like a copy of your renewal notice, call 706-821-2391. If you did not receive a renewal notice and would like to renew via mail, you can request a renewal notice in person at:

West Augusta Tag Office
2816 Washington Road
Suite 109
Augusta, GA 30909

Or at:
South Augusta Tag Office
3463 A Peach Orchard Road
Augusta, GA 30906

6. How do I cancel my registration?

You may cancel your vehicle registration at any time; however, it is advised that you cancel your registration before you cancel your insurance policy. Ad valorem taxes must be current, and there must not be any outstanding insurance lapse or suspension fees. For more information, visit our

Vehicle Registration page.

7. Get a duplicate registration?

To get a duplicate registration, the titled/registered owner of the vehicle can visit any Richmond County Tag Office and must bring their valid driver's license. The charge for a duplicate registration is $1. Visit our Vehicle Registration page for information.

8. Get information about special tags for a vehicle?

To learn more about specialty tags, visit our Specialty & Disabled Tags page.