SJC Tax Collector: Pay Taxes, Office Hours & Address

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St. Johns County, Florida · Independent tax office guide

SJC Tax Collector: Pay Taxes, Find Hours & Choose the Right Office

People searching for the SJC Tax Collector usually mean the St. Johns County Tax Collector in Florida. Use this guide to reach the official tax-payment system, compare office locations, check property-tax deadlines and avoid going to the wrong county office.

The St. Johns County Tax Collector is led by Jennifer Ravan and provides property-tax collection plus several vehicle, driver, licensing and business services.

Open official SJC Tax Collector Payment options Call 904-209-2250
First confirm which “SJC” you need. This page covers the St. Johns County Tax Collector in Florida. San Joaquin County, California also uses the SJC abbreviation, but its office is the San Joaquin County Treasurer-Tax Collector. If you need California, use our San Joaquin County Tax Collector guide.
Tax Collector

Jennifer Ravan

Main phone

904-209-2250

Main office

4030 Lewis Speedway

Tax deadline

March 31

Delinquent

April 1

Quick navigation

What do you need from the SJC Tax Collector?

Choose the task that matches your visit. Property-tax payment questions and property-value questions are handled by different offices.

Property tax payment

How to Pay St. Johns County Property Taxes

The safest starting point is the official St. Johns County Tax Collector website. From there, use the tax-search or payment route supplied by the office rather than entering bank or card details on an unfamiliar website found through an advertisement or old bookmark.

Start at the official Tax Collector website Open sjctax.us and choose the property-tax search or payment option.
Find the correct tax account Search for the property record using the information requested by the official tax system.
Verify the property and tax year Check the owner, property details, tax year, amount due and whether the account is current or delinquent.
Check discounts or delinquency Early payments may qualify for a discount. Unpaid taxes become delinquent after March 31.
Select an accepted payment method Property-tax payments can be made through the methods listed by the Tax Collector for online, mail or office transactions.
Save proof of payment Keep the confirmation, receipt or check record until the official tax account reflects the payment.
Official payment route: Use the St. Johns County Tax Collector Make Payments page to reach the current payment options.
Locations

SJC Tax Collector Office Hours and Addresses

St. Johns County currently lists a Main Office and three branch locations. Tax services are available at the listed offices, but driver-license and testing services differ by location. Check the official location page before traveling if you need more than a tax transaction.

Main Office — St. Augustine
4030 Lewis Speedway
St. Augustine, FL 32084

Phone: 904-209-2250

Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Full driver-license services are available here. Road tests require an appointment.

Dupont Center
6658 US 1 South
St. Augustine, FL 32086

Phone: 904-209-2250

Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Taxes, tag/title, business tax receipt and listed express driver services are available.

Julington Creek Branch
725 Flora Branch Blvd
St. Johns, FL 32259

Phone: 904-209-2250

Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Tax payments and several motorist and licensing services are available.

Ponte Vedra Branch
151 Sawgrass Corners Dr, Suite 100
Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082

Phone: 904-209-2250

Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Tax, tag/title, business tax receipt and listed express driver services are available.

Do not use closing time as a service deadline. Written driver tests stop earlier than the building closing time, road tests require appointments, and some specialized driver-license transactions have separate cutoffs. These restrictions generally do not affect a straightforward tax payment, but they matter when combining several tasks in one visit.

Check official locations, hours and services.

Payment choices

SJC Tax Collector Payment Methods

Payment options depend on whether the tax is current or delinquent. The Tax Collector also separates online, in-office and mail methods, so confirm the payment type before sending funds.

St. Johns County tax payment routes
Method How it works Important detail
Online Property taxes can be paid through the official online route using e-check or listed major card networks. Review the final total and any processing charge before submitting.
In office The office lists cash, checks and major cards for regular transactions. A 2.3% processing fee is listed for credit and debit card transactions.
Mail Regular payments can use the accepted check or certified-fund methods listed by the office. Delinquent taxes have stricter payment-method rules.
Drop box Drop boxes are listed at Tax Collector office locations. The office states that drop-box payments are processed the next business day.

Mailing address for tax payments

Jennifer Ravan
St. Johns County Tax Collector P.O. Box 9001
St. Augustine, FL 32085-9001

Overnight express address

St. Johns County Tax Collector 4030 Lewis Speedway
St. Augustine, FL 32084
Delinquent taxes need extra care. The Tax Collector lists certified-fund options for delinquent tax payments. Check the current payoff amount and accepted method before mailing or delivering a delinquent payment.
Dates and discounts

St. Johns County Property Tax Deadlines

St. Johns County property-tax collection begins in November. Paying earlier can reduce the amount due through Florida’s early-payment discount schedule. The gross amount is due by March 31, and unpaid real estate property taxes become delinquent April 1.

Typical St. Johns County property-tax payment timeline
Period Tax status What it means
November 4% early-payment discount Property-tax collection begins and the largest listed early-payment discount applies.
December 3% discount A reduced early-payment discount remains available.
January 2% discount Early-payment savings continue at a lower rate.
February 1% discount This is the final listed early-payment discount month.
March 31 Gross taxes due Current-year taxes should be paid or properly postmarked by the applicable deadline.
April 1 Delinquent Unpaid real estate taxes become delinquent and additional charges can apply.

What happens after April 1?

The official Real Estate Taxes guidance states that unpaid real estate taxes become delinquent April 1. At that point, interest and an advertising charge are added. If taxes remain unpaid, the account can move toward Florida’s tax-certificate process.

A tax certificate can be sold for the delinquent taxes, interest and costs. After the statutory holding period, a certificate holder may become eligible to apply for a tax deed. A delinquent account therefore should not be treated like an ordinary current-year payment.

If your account is already delinquent: check the live balance and contact the official Tax Collector before relying on an old bill, an old screenshot or a previously quoted payoff figure.
Office services

What Does the SJC Tax Collector Handle?

The St. Johns County Tax Collector performs more than property-tax collection. Service availability can vary by office, so verify the specific branch when your visit involves driver or licensing transactions.

Property taxes Pay or research real estate and tangible personal property tax obligations.
Tags and titles Vehicle, vessel and mobile-home registration and title services are available through the office.
Driver licenses Driver-license and ID services are offered, with fuller services at the Main Office.
Business tax receipts The office handles St. Johns County Local Business Tax Receipts.
Tourist development tax Qualifying short-term accommodation operators may have registration and tax obligations through the Tax Collector.
Other services Hunting and fishing licenses and other listed government transactions are available through designated locations.
Wrong-office prevention

SJC Tax Collector vs. St. Johns County Property Appraiser

The Tax Collector collects the tax. The Property Appraiser establishes property value and handles property assessment and exemption matters. Sending the wrong problem to the Tax Collector can delay a correction because the Tax Collector generally cannot change an assessed value or grant a homestead exemption.

Which St. Johns County office should you contact?
Your question Start with Why
How much tax do I owe? Tax Collector The office handles billing, collection and payment status.
Did my tax payment post? Tax Collector This is a payment-account issue.
Why is my assessed value too high? Property Appraiser The Property Appraiser establishes property value.
My homestead exemption is missing Property Appraiser Exemption eligibility and property records are appraisal functions.
My taxes are delinquent Tax Collector The office handles delinquent tax collection and payoff information.
Mortgage and closing

If Your Mortgage Company Pays the Property Tax

If property taxes are included in your mortgage escrow, confirm whether the lender is responsible for paying the annual bill before paying it yourself. Receiving a copy of a tax notice does not automatically mean you must send a second payment.

Check your mortgage escrow account.
Confirm the lender received the tax information.
Check the official tax account for payment status.
Avoid paying twice while the lender payment is pending.

Recently purchased property

A buyer can be responsible for the full annual property-tax bill even when the closing statement prorates taxes between buyer and seller. A credit shown at closing is not necessarily a partial tax payment already delivered to the Tax Collector. Verify the official account after closing rather than assuming the bill has been partly paid.

Troubleshooting

Common SJC Tax Payment Problems

Tax account not found Recheck the property, owner and tax-year information. If the record still cannot be located, contact the Tax Collector rather than paying a similar-looking account.
Bill seems too high Check whether the issue is the assessed value or an exemption. Those questions normally belong with the Property Appraiser.
Payment has not posted Keep the confirmation number, payment date, amount and account details. Verify the account before submitting a duplicate payment.
Mortgage should have paid Contact the lender and verify the official tax account before paying the same bill yourself.
Account is delinquent Obtain a current payoff figure and confirm certified-fund requirements and tax-certificate timing directly with the office.
Wrong website opened Stop before entering payment details and restart from the official sjctax.us website.
SJC abbreviation

Does “SJC Tax Collector” Mean St. Johns or San Joaquin County?

The abbreviation is genuinely ambiguous. St. Johns County, Florida uses the official domain sjctax.us and its local materials regularly use “SJC Tax Collector.” San Joaquin County, California also shortens its county name to SJC and operates a Treasurer-Tax Collector office.

If your property is in St. Augustine, St. Johns, Ponte Vedra Beach or elsewhere in St. Johns County, Florida, this is the correct guide. If your property is in Stockton or elsewhere in San Joaquin County, California, use the San Joaquin County Treasurer-Tax Collector guide instead.

Never choose a tax office only from the initials. Confirm the county and state shown on the tax bill before sending money.
Frequently asked questions

SJC Tax Collector FAQs

What is the SJC Tax Collector phone number?

The St. Johns County Tax Collector main phone number is 904-209-2250.

Where is the St. Johns County Tax Collector Main Office?

The Main Office is at 4030 Lewis Speedway, St. Augustine, FL 32084.

What are the SJC Tax Collector Main Office hours?

The Main Office lists Monday-Friday hours of 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., excluding applicable closures. Branch offices generally list 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

How do I pay St. Johns County property taxes online?

Start at the official St. Johns County Tax Collector website and follow its property-tax search or payment link. Verify the property, tax year and total before submitting the payment.

When are St. Johns County property taxes due?

The gross amount is due by March 31. Unpaid real estate property taxes become delinquent April 1. Early-payment discounts are generally offered from November through February.

Does the Tax Collector decide my property value?

No. The Tax Collector collects property taxes. The St. Johns County Property Appraiser handles assessed value, exemptions and related property-record matters.

Where do I mail a St. Johns County tax payment?

The official mailing address is Jennifer Ravan, St. Johns County Tax Collector, P.O. Box 9001, St. Augustine, FL 32085-9001. Check the official payment page before mailing delinquent taxes because payment requirements differ.

Does SJC also mean San Joaquin County?

Yes. San Joaquin County, California also uses the SJC abbreviation. This article covers St. Johns County, Florida. Confirm the county and state on your bill before paying.

Is TaxCollectors.org the official SJC Tax Collector website?

No. TaxCollectors.org is an independent informational website. Use sjctax.us and the payment services linked from that official government office for live tax records and transactions.

Official verification

Official St. Johns County Tax Collector Resources

Official Tax Collector sjctax.us
Locations & Hours Office locations and services
Make Payments Official payment information
Real Estate Taxes Property-tax rules
Dates & Deadlines Official deadline calendar
Current Wait Times Check office wait times
Independent information notice: TaxCollectors.org is not the St. Johns County Tax Collector and does not collect taxes or operate the county payment system. Office hours, payment fees, processing rules, deadlines and government services can change. Verify time-sensitive details with the official St. Johns County Tax Collector before paying, mailing funds or traveling to an office.

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