Search, Pay or Fix a Bexar County Tax Account
If you searched for the Bexar County Tax Assessor-Collector, you likely need a property-tax account search, a payment route, an office location, a phone number, or the correct place to fix an appraisal issue.
This guide separates the Tax Office from BCAD, explains the official ACT search format, and shows what to do before paying online, calling, mailing a check, visiting a branch, requesting a certificate, or renewing vehicle registration.
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233 N. Pecos La Trinidad.
Bexar County Tax Assessor-Collector: what this office actually handles
The Bexar County Tax Assessor-Collector collects property taxes, maintains payment status, offers payment-plan information, provides account-search tools, handles statements and receipts, and serves as a county office for many motor-vehicle registration and title services.
It does not set your appraised property value, approve a homestead exemption, correct ownership records, or hear an appraisal protest. Those jobs belong to Bexar Central Appraisal District, commonly called BCAD around San Antonio.
Use the Bexar ACT tax account portal or call the Tax Office.
Use BCAD. The payment office cannot lower an appraisal.
Use the Tax Office motor-vehicle route and bring proof of insurance plus photo ID.
Bexar Tax Assessor-Collector or BCAD? Start in the right place
- property-tax balances and payoff amounts;
- online, phone, mail and in-office payments;
- statements, receipts, eStatements and payment history;
- tax certificate request routing;
- payment plans and delinquent account questions;
- vehicle registration, titles and county motor-vehicle services.
- market value, appraised value and taxable value questions;
- homestead, over-65, disabled and veteran exemptions;
- ownership, mailing-address and property-record corrections;
- property appraisal search and map records;
- protests, appraisal notices, ARB hearings and PIN questions;
- Owner/Agent ID and BCAD online services.
Bexar County Tax Assessor-Collector property search
The official Bexar ACT portal is the practical starting point for property-tax account search, statements, receipts, eStatements, payment history and online payment. It is different from the BCAD appraisal search.
Search by address, owner, Account/GEO ID, CAD Property ID or fiduciary number
The Bexar portal is picky enough that a correct property can look missing when the search format is wrong. Use these entry rules before calling.
Enter last name first, then first name. Remove commas, dashes, hyphens and periods. If the name is common, switch to address search.
Start with the first word of the business name and remove punctuation. Add more words only after too many results appear.
Use street number, space, then street name. Put N, S, E or W before the street name without a period. Do not enter St, Dr, Ave or Blvd.
Use the first word of the street and the first letter of the second word when the full street name does not work.
Enter the 12-digit number with no spaces or dashes. This is usually the cleanest route from a property-tax statement.
Enter the 6-digit CAD PID with no spaces or dashes. This helps connect a BCAD appraisal record to the tax account.
Enter the 8-digit fiduciary number without spaces. This is used for fiduciary, trust, estate or related records.
No Bexar County tax account found? Fix the search in this order
Reverse to last-name-first, remove punctuation, and try the property address.
Remove the road suffix, use only the first street word, and shorten the second street word to its first letter.
Put N, S, E or W before the street name without a period.
Try the prior owner name, property address and CAD Property ID. Ownership updates can appear differently across systems.
Copy the 6-digit CAD Property ID and search it in the Tax Office portal.
Call 210-335-2251 with the property address, owner name, CAD PID and any statement or closing document.
Bexar County Tax Assessor-Collector pay online and pay-by-phone
Bexar County says property taxes can be paid online by major credit card or eCheck. The county also lists a pay-by-phone number for property-tax payments.
Listed as free. You need the 12-digit tax account, routing number and checking-account number from a check.
Listed with a 2.10% convenience charge through the processor. Review the final fee before submitting.
Use the official payment line at 1-888-852-3572. Have the 12-digit account number ready.
Receipts, payment history, eStatements, portfolios and overpayment checks
Open the account and print the correct tax year before escrow, closing or mailing questions.
Confirm payer, amount, tax year and account before saving the receipt PDF.
Complete the email verification step. Registration is not useful if verification is skipped.
Use the county overpayment search instead of assuming a refund will automatically reach the current owner.
- Save the 12-digit Account/GEO ID with every receipt.
- Name downloaded files with property address, account number and tax year.
- If a mortgage company pays, ask for the escrow disbursement record and verify county posting.
- If a property recently sold, compare the closing statement, escrow record and tax account before paying again.
Bexar County Tax Assessor-Collector office locations
All listed Bexar Tax Office locations publish regular public hours of Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m.-4:45 p.m., with Wednesday extended hours until 6:30 p.m. Walk-ins are welcome, but county holidays, dealer-window rules and temporary office notices still matter.
233 N. Pecos La Trinidad
San Antonio, TX 78207-3175 Use for main Tax Office services. This is not the Bexar County Courthouse address.
3370 Nacogdoches Road #160
San Antonio, TX 78217-3375 Useful for Northeast San Antonio and nearby neighborhoods.
8407 Bandera Road
San Antonio, TX 78250-2574 This is the branch many users mean by “Bexar County Tax Assessor Collector Bandera Road.”
San Antonio, TX 78221 Check the official page for drive-thru and transaction-specific notes before travel.
Converse, TX 78109 Verify event-related or temporary closure notes before visiting.
Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m.-4:45 p.m.; Wednesday until 6:30 p.m.
The official location page says appointments are not necessary and walk-ins are welcome.
Dealer windows have separate posted time blocks and close the final business day of the month.
Bexar County Tax Assessor-Collector phone number, website and mailing address
Use for account, receipt, payment-plan, office and motor-vehicle routing.
Have your 12-digit tax account number ready.
Bexar County Tax Assessor-Collector
Use the official site before trusting reviews or old address snippets.
Albert Uresti, MPA, PCAC
Tax Assessor-Collector, Bexar County
P.O. Box 839950
San Antonio, TX 78283-3950
- Do not mail cash.
- Include the account number and tax year with mailed payments or written requests.
- Use USPS postmark rules carefully near a deadline.
- Keep a copy of the check, money order, tracking record or bank proof.
Bexar County property-tax calendar and deadline risk
Bexar County’s tax calendar explains that property-tax timing depends on Texas Property Tax Code rules, the annual statement cycle, payment-plan status and whether a deadline falls on a weekend or legal holiday.
Assessment date for the tax roll. Appraisal and exemption issues belong with BCAD.
Tax statement mailing begins for the current year’s taxes.
First half-payment deadline if you use the half-payment option.
Normal deadline to pay the tax bill without standard penalty and interest when no special option applies.
Standard delinquency begins for unpaid accounts not protected by a valid payment plan or other rule.
Second half-payment deadline and a key deadline for some past-due arrangements before attorney-fee timing.
Fourth quarter-payment deadline for qualifying accounts using the quarter-payment plan.
Bexar County payment plans: one-time, half-payment, quarter-payment, 10-month and pre-payment
The official Bexar payment-plan PDF lists five planning routes. The right route depends on whether the taxes are current, whether a qualifying exemption appears on the certified appraisal roll, and whether a mortgage escrow company is involved.
| Plan | Who it helps | Schedule | Watch for |
|---|---|---|---|
| One-time payment | All taxpayers, business owners and business personal property accounts. | Final due date is January 31. | Penalty and interest begin February 1 unless a valid plan applies. |
| Half-payment plan | All taxpayers and business owners for real estate and business personal property. | First half by November 30; second half by June 30. | Use the exact amount shown on the original tax bill. |
| Quarter-payment plan | Qualifying residence homestead owners with homestead plus over-65, disabled person or disabled veteran exemption. | January 31, March 31, May 31 and July 31. | A late quarter can trigger penalty and monthly interest. |
| 10-month payment plan | Qualifying residential property owners with homestead plus over-65, disabled person or disabled veteran exemption. | Monthly from October through July. | Confirm exemption status with BCAD before relying on this plan. |
| Pre-payment plan | Current taxpayers, homeowners and business owners without mortgage escrow. | Monthly installments through September 15; remaining statement mailed in October. | Property taxes must be current. |
Penalty, interest, attorney-fee and collection risk
For unpaid property taxes, the original bill is not always the current payoff. Penalty, interest, attorney-fee timing, prior-year balances and collection status can change the amount due.
Bexar County explains that not receiving a tax notice does not remove the tax, due date, tax lien, penalty, interest or collection procedure.
The county notes that accounts at or below $15 may be withheld until the aggregate amount is greater than $15.
The official calendar includes attorney-fee timing for business property and past-due arrangements. Use the live account before paying late.
BCAD property search, homestead exemption and protest help
BCAD identifies and appraises property, manages appraisal notices, exemptions, ownership records, mailing addresses, property search tools, protests and ARB-related services. BCAD states that it does not accept property-tax payments.
411 N. Frio Street, San Antonio, TX 78207.
Do not bring property-tax payments here.Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Check holiday and portal notices before visiting.Bexar County vehicle registration and title help
Many San Antonio residents find the Tax Assessor-Collector while looking for property taxes, then learn that the same office also handles many county motor-vehicle routes. Vehicle transactions have different documents and timing than property-tax payments.
Registrations and title transfers require proof of current insurance that meets Texas liability limits.
Use a U.S. government or state-issued photo ID for registration and renewal transactions.
Have the renewal notice, Texas plate number or VIN ready before starting.
May be available 90 days before expiration or up to 12 months after expiration if no citation was received. Have plate, last four VIN digits, insurance and payment ready.
Visit a Bexar Tax Office or listed auto title and registration location with insurance and photo ID.
Available only to Bexar County residents at participating business centers when registration is not more than 30 days expired. Call the store first.
Send renewal form, payment and insurance proof. Bexar County says to allow up to 15 days for processing by mail or drop box.
If TxDMV shows the session “In Process,” Bexar County says you may need to wait 48 hours before trying again.
Bexar County tax certificate request: fee, account number and processing time
A tax certificate is used when someone needs an official account-status document, often for title, plat, city or closing-related work. It is different from a regular online receipt.
The form asks for the 12-digit account number. Attach a list if multiple accounts are needed.
The form says to email the completed request to assessingclerk@bexar.org with a subject line that includes “Tax Certificate Request” and the account number.
The form says a representative will contact you after the account is billed the $10 fee, then you can pay through the tax site.
Mailing instructions route the request to the Tax Assessor-Collector, c/o Assessing Section, P.O. Box 839950, San Antonio, TX 78283-3950.
The form says to allow up to 10 business days to process the request.
Tax certificates may be mailed or emailed depending on delivery preference and use case.
Bexar County Tax Assessor-Collector reviews: how to use them safely
Reviews can help you understand parking, line patterns, customer-service experiences and branch convenience. They should not be used as the final source for hours, payment fees, legal deadlines, mailing address, vehicle requirements or account balances.
Compare which branch may be easier to reach from Downtown, Stone Oak, Leon Valley, Converse, Alamo Heights, Helotes or the Southside.
Do not rely on a review for Wednesday hours, dealer-window timing, payment-plan eligibility, mail address or card fee.
Search the account first, screenshot the question, bring ID/proof, then verify office hours on the official page before driving.
Official Bexar County links to use when ready to act
Use this guide to choose the right route. Use the official sources below for final account balances, fees, office closures, appraisal deadlines, vehicle documents and payment submission.
Bexar County Tax Assessor-Collector FAQs
How do I search Bexar County property taxes by address?
Use the official Bexar ACT property tax account portal. Enter the street number and street name, place N, S, E or W before the street name without a period when needed, and omit suffixes such as Street, Drive, Avenue and Boulevard.
What is the Bexar County Tax Assessor-Collector phone number?
The main Bexar County Tax Assessor-Collector phone number is 210-335-2251. The separate official property-tax pay-by-phone line is 1-888-852-3572.
Where is the Bexar County Tax Assessor-Collector main office?
The main downtown office is in the Vista Verde Plaza Building at 233 N. Pecos La Trinidad, San Antonio, TX 78207-3175. Other listed offices include Northeast, Northwest/Bandera Road, Southside and Precinct 4 in Converse.
What is the Bexar County Tax Assessor-Collector mailing address?
The official mailing address is Albert Uresti, MPA, PCAC, Tax Assessor-Collector, Bexar County, P.O. Box 839950, San Antonio, TX 78283-3950.
How do I pay Bexar County property taxes online?
Search the official Bexar ACT account, verify the owner, parcel, year and balance, then choose free eCheck or credit card. Credit-card payments have a processor convenience fee and electronic payments may take several business days to post.
Does the Bexar County Tax Assessor-Collector set property values?
No. Bexar Central Appraisal District sets appraised values, handles exemptions, ownership records, appraisal notices and protest matters. The Tax Assessor-Collector collects taxes and manages payment-related services.
What payment plans does Bexar County offer?
Bexar County lists one-time payment, half-payment, quarter-payment, 10-month payment and pre-payment plans. Eligibility and due dates depend on account status, exemption status, escrow status and payment timing.
Can I renew vehicle registration at the Bexar County Tax Office?
Yes. The Tax Assessor-Collector handles many vehicle registration and title services. Bring proof of insurance, a government or state-issued photo ID, and the renewal notice, plate number or VIN when applicable.
How do I request a Bexar County tax certificate?
Use the official Tax Certificate Request PDF, provide the 12-digit account number, submit by the listed email or mailing route, pay the billed fee and allow up to 10 business days for processing.
Is TaxCollectors.org the official Bexar County Tax Assessor-Collector website?
No. TaxCollectors.org is an independent guide. Always confirm live balances, fees, office closures, payment plans, vehicle requirements and appraisal deadlines through Bexar County, BCAD or TxDMV official sources before acting.
Final Bexar County tax checklist
- The property is actually in Bexar County.
- The owner, mailing address and parcel address match.
- The 12-digit Account/GEO ID or CAD Property ID is correct.
- The tax year, current balance and any delinquent years are checked.
- Mortgage escrow or closing-payment activity has been reviewed.
- eCheck, card fee, phone-payment or mail-payment rules are understood.
- BCAD is used for value, exemption, ownership or protest issues.
- The office location and county holiday status are checked before travel.
- Payment proof, confirmation, receipt or bank record is saved.
- You verified final action on an official Bexar County, BCAD or TxDMV website.