Flagler County, Florida · Property search, offices, wait times and careers
Choose the Right Flagler Office or Online Tax Route
Flagler County has three Tax Collector offices, but road tests, hazmat, dealer work, tourist tax and concealed-weapon services are not offered in the same way at every location.
This guide helps you search or pay a property bill, compare Bunnell, Palm Coast and Flagler Beach, check the official wait-time tool and contact the correct office before traveling.
Late-day warning: Normal office hours are listed through 4:30 p.m., but the official homepage says lobbies may close at 4 p.m. when capacity is reached. Written exams and several identification services stop at 3 p.m.
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Regular hours
Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Property e-check
$1.50 listed online fee.
Source review
August 4, 2026.
Start here
Which task are you trying to complete?
1
Search or pay a property tax
Use the Tax Collector portal, confirm the tax year and pay the amount shown for the current discount month.
2
Find value, owner or exemption records
Use the Property Appraiser search. That office controls appraisal, parcel records and homestead—not collection.
3
Visit for a license, test or specialty service
Compare the location matrix first. Bunnell, Palm Coast and Flagler Beach have different service limits.
Fastest property-tax path: Search online first, verify that the account is correct, compare the payment fee and save the receipt. Visit only when staff assistance or another in-person service is genuinely needed.
Jump to the answer you need
The article is organized by user task rather than repeated keyword sections.
Official property workflow
Search and pay a Flagler County property-tax account
Open the Flagler property-tax portalUse the GovHub property-tax link connected from flaglertax.gov. Do not use a sponsored payment page or a portal for another Florida county.
Search with the strongest identifier availableUse the information printed on the tax notice when possible. When searching by owner or address, begin broadly and confirm the exact parcel before paying.
Match the property and tax yearCompare the owner, property address, account or parcel details, legal description and tax year. A similar name is not enough.
Choose the correct amount for the monthThe notice changes by discount month. Pay the amount shown for the month in which the payment will be accepted rather than subtracting a discount yourself.
Compare e-check and card costsOnline e-check is listed at $1.50. Online card and digital-wallet payments are listed at 3% with a $2.75 minimum.
Save and verify proofKeep the confirmation, receipt, account, tax year and bank/card record until the official account shows the payment.
No bill received? Florida law places responsibility on the owner to determine the amount and pay before delinquency. Search online or call rather than waiting for a replacement notice.
Use it when calling or searching the Tax Collector portal.
Owner and mailing address
Shows the owner/address delivered on the certified roll.
Property Appraiser: 386-313-4150 for record corrections.
Legal description
Helps distinguish nearby or similarly named properties.
Property Appraiser if the description appears wrong.
Amount due by month
Reflects the early-payment discount or no-discount amount.
Tax Collector for payoff and payment questions.
Tear-off coupon
Should accompany a mailed check.
Do not write on the coupon unless the notice instructs you to.
Prior-year balance
Older taxes may not be represented by the current coupon.
Search prior years online or request an exact delinquent payoff.
Partial-payment application
A partial payment requires the signed application described on the notice.
Contact the Tax Collector before sending an unsigned partial amount.
Escrow copy: Owners with mortgage escrow may receive an informational copy while a qualifying mortgage company requests the bill. Confirm with both the lender and the live tax account before paying independently.
Payment costs
Compare Flagler County payment methods and fees
Published Tax Collector payment fees
Method
Published fee
Best use
Risk to avoid
Online e-check
$1.50
Lower-cost online property payment.
Wrong routing/account details or unsupported money-market account.
Online card / digital wallet
3% ($2.75 minimum)
Card convenience when the percentage is acceptable.
A large tax bill creates a large fee.
In-office check
$0 listed
Counter receipt without an online fee.
Arriving after capacity or service cutoff.
In-office cash
$0 listed
In-person payment with immediate receipt.
Carrying cash and waiting in line.
In-office PIN debit
$2.75
Fixed-fee counter debit.
Do not assume all contactless cards use the same fee.
In-office credit card
3% ($2.75 minimum)
Staff-assisted card payment.
In-person payment does not remove the percentage fee.
Mail a property-tax check
Published mailing addressShelly Edmonson – Tax Collector Flagler County Tax Collector PO Box 846 Bunnell, FL 32110
Before mailing
Include the correct coupon.
Write the account number on the check.
Use the amount due for the applicable month.
Keep a copy and allow delivery time.
Returned check or e-check schedule
Up to $50
$25 fee
$50.01-$299.99
$30 fee
$300-$799.99
$40 fee
$800 or more
5% of payment
The returned-payment fee is not the only cost. The taxpayer remains responsible for lost discounts, penalties, interest and other fees caused by the failed payment. Do not use a money-market account or credit-card check for e-check.
November — 4% discountAnnual collection begins. Pay the amount printed for November.
December — 3% discountInstallment participants also have a third-payment deadline in December.
January — 2% discountVerify that an escrow payment has posted before paying independently.
February — 1% discountResolve address, account and returned-payment problems before March.
March 31 — due in fullNo standard early-payment discount. Payment not paid or postmarked by March 31 becomes delinquent.
April 1 — delinquentReal estate receives a 3% penalty. Tangible personal property receives a 1.5% monthly penalty plus fees.
May 1 — advertising costsUnpaid real-estate and tangible accounts are advertised and additional costs are added.
On or before June 1 — certificate saleUnpaid real-estate taxes are subject to the tax-certificate sale.
Real estate and tangible delinquency differ. Tangible accounts can proceed to tax warrants and added collection costs. Request a current payoff rather than relying on an old bill amount.
Deferred tax becomes a priority lien on the property.
Quarterly installment schedule
June 30
¼ prior-year estimate with 6% discount. A late first payment through July 31 receives no discount.
September 30
¼ prior-year estimate with 4.5% discount.
December 31
Half of the remaining current liability with 3% discount.
March 31
Remaining current liability with no discount.
Automatic re-enrollment: Participants are re-enrolled. Ownership, value or exemption changes are reflected in the final two bills. If the June notice does not arrive, call 386-313-4160 rather than missing the first deadline.
“Not listed” does not mean permanently unavailable. It means the current official location page does not list that service at that office. Verify current availability before driving.
Use the official Current Wait Times page before driving
People often search for a “Flagler County Tax Collector lobby cam.” The official site labels its tool Current Wait Times and displays the live information through an embedded service.
A short wait does not reserve serviceTravel time, new arrivals and transaction length can change the queue before you reach the office.
Capacity can close a lobby earlyThe official homepage warns that lobbies may close at 4 p.m. even though regular hours continue to 4:30 p.m.
Testing still stops at 3 p.m.A low queue after 3 p.m. does not reopen written exams, road tests or restricted identification services.
Specialty service may require another officeA good Palm Coast wait time does not help with a Bunnell-only road test or Flagler Beach concealed-weapon application.
Use for assessed value, owner/parcel record, exemptions and property search help.
Property-tax call script“I am calling about Flagler County property account [number] for [address]. The tax year is [year]. I need to confirm [the amount due / whether a payment posted / the correct mailing address / the installment status].”
Office-service call script“I need [road test / written exam / non-U.S.-citizen ID / hazmat / concealed weapon / specialized title service]. I live in [county]. Which office handles it, is an appointment required and what is the last check-in time?”
Property-search confusion
Tax Collector property search or Property Appraiser search?
Flagler County has two different property tools. Choose the one that matches the question rather than assuming either search can fix everything.
Route the property question correctly
Your question
Correct office/tool
Why
How much tax is due?
Tax Collector portal
Shows the current or delinquent collection account.
Has my tax payment posted?
Tax Collector
Maintains payment and collection status.
Who owns the parcel?
Property Appraiser search
Maintains property and ownership records on the roll.
Why did assessed value change?
Property Appraiser
Determines fair-market and assessed values.
Where is my homestead exemption?
Property Appraiser
Administers homestead and other exemptions.
Which authority set this charge?
Taxing authority shown on notice
The Collector collects but does not set each millage or non-ad-valorem assessment.
Flagler Property Appraiser1769 E. Moody Blvd. Building 2, Suite 201 Bunnell, FL 32110
The Property Appraiser lists March 1 as the deadline for the qualifying year. First-time applicants are instructed to apply in person and bring supporting residency and ownership documents.
Driver license, registration, dealer and specialty-service rules
Written Class E or CDL examListed at all three offices for Flagler County residents, 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m.; no testing after 3.
Non-U.S.-citizen driver license or IDListed at all three offices for Flagler County residents, 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m.; no service after 3.
Road testBunnell only on the current location page, for Flagler County residents, 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m.
Hazmat or medical driving testBunnell only, Flagler residents, appointment required Tuesday-Thursday.
Dealer transactionFlagler County dealership work is Bunnell-only and drop-off-only.
Concealed-weapon applicationFlagler Beach lists this service for all residents from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
2026 exam-language change: The official homepage says Florida driver-license exams are administered in English only beginning February 6, 2026.
Text-message scam: The Tax Collector warns about fraudulent FLHSMV texts requesting fees. FLHSMV will not collect fees by text. Start from the official site rather than an unsolicited link.
Jobs and careers
Flagler County Tax Collector employment status and application steps
Current status: As of August 4, 2026, the official employment page states that there are no open positions. Applicants may still submit an application for review.
Download, request or pick up the applicationDownload the official form, call HR at 386-313-4160 to request it by mail, or pick it up at the Bunnell Human Resources office.
Complete the official applicationA job application is required. A resume is accepted only when it accompanies the completed application.
Submit through the stated routeThe page says no web-form submissions, but instructs applicants to email the completed application to hr@flaglertax.gov, mail it or deliver it to Bunnell.
Use the HR addressFlagler County Tax Collector, Attn: Human Resources, 1769 E. Moody Blvd., Building 2, Suite 102, Bunnell, FL 32110.
Reapply after six monthsApplications are retained for six months. Submit a new application after that period to reflect updated experience or qualifications.
Published benefits
Medical, dental, vision, prescriptions, personal leave and retirement.
Employment notices
Equal-opportunity employer, E-Verify participant and drug/alcohol-free workplace. Reasonable accommodations may be requested.
No tax bill arrivedSearch the official portal and call for the current amount. Missing mail does not remove the payment responsibility.
Property search shows the wrong ownerUse the Property Appraiser for the roll record. Do not pay a similarly located parcel without confirming it.
Taxes increased sharplyCompare value and exemptions through the Property Appraiser; the Collector cannot change the assessment.
Mortgage company may have paidCheck the lender and official tax account before making a duplicate payment.
Property was soldNotify the Tax Collector so the notice can be sent to the new owner; late roll changes may not appear until a later year.
E-check was returnedCall immediately for the updated amount, fee and whether a discount or deadline was lost.
Portal amount differs from old paper billUse the current online amount or obtain a dated payoff; delinquency and advertising costs can change the balance.
Wrong municipality chargeContact the taxing authority named on the notice when the issue is the levy itself, not payment processing.
Missing-payment call script“The payment for account [number] was submitted on [date] by [method] for [amount]. My confirmation or check number is [number]. Can you confirm whether it is pending, posted, rejected or applied to another tax year?”
Before leaving home
Final Flagler office visit checklist
The correct office offers the transaction
Current wait time and lobby capacity were checked
Appointment was booked when required
Arrival is before the 3 p.m. testing/service cutoff
Flagler-residency restriction was confirmed
Original or certified documents are ready
The accepted payment method and fee are known
Holiday, emergency or capacity closure was rechecked
Verified site URL list
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Last official-source review: August 4, 2026. Live balances, queues, job openings, office capacity, service availability, fees and deadlines can change. The property account, current official website and responsible county office control when you take action.
Flagler County Tax Collector FAQs
How do I search and pay Flagler County property taxes?
Use the property-tax portal linked by the official Flagler County Tax Collector. Confirm the property, owner, tax year, account and amount due before paying. Use the Property Appraiser search for ownership, parcel, value and exemption information—not the live Tax Collector payoff.
What is the Flagler County Tax Collector phone number and office hours?
The main phone number is 386-313-4160. Bunnell, Palm Coast and Flagler Beach list Monday-Friday hours of 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. The homepage warns that lobbies may close at 4 p.m. when capacity is reached.
Which Flagler County Tax Collector office should I use?
All three offices list property-tax and common motorist services, but specialized services differ. Bunnell handles road tests, hazmat and medical driving tests, dealer work and tourist development tax. Flagler Beach lists concealed-weapon applications. Palm Coast offers common tax, registration, license and written-test services.
Where is the Flagler County Tax Collector office in Palm Coast?
The Palm Coast office is at 213 St. Joe Plaza, Palm Coast, FL 32164. It lists Monday-Friday hours of 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Written exams and non-U.S.-citizen driver-license services are resident-only and stop at 3 p.m.
Where is the Flagler County Tax Collector main office in Bunnell?
The Bunnell Main Office is at 1769 East Moody Blvd., Building 2, Suite 102, Bunnell, FL 32110. The mailing address is PO Box 846, Bunnell, FL 32110. Bunnell provides the broadest listed service range.
What services are offered at the Flagler Beach Tax Collector office?
The office is at 2525 Moody Blvd., Flagler Beach, FL 32136. It lists property and tangible taxes, common motorist services, licenses, birth certificates and concealed-weapon applications. Concealed-weapon service is listed for all residents.
Does the Flagler County Tax Collector have a lobby cam?
The official website calls the tool Current Wait Times rather than lobby cam. Open that live page before driving. The homepage also says lobbies may close at 4 p.m. because of capacity.
Are Flagler County Tax Collector jobs or careers available?
As of August 4, 2026, the official careers page says there are no open positions. Applications may still be submitted and are kept for six months. A completed application is required; a resume is accepted only with it.
What are the Flagler County property-tax discounts and deadline?
The standard discounts are 4% in November, 3% in December, 2% in January and 1% in February. March has no discount. Taxes are due by March 31 and become delinquent April 1.
What fees apply to a Flagler County property-tax payment?
Online e-check is listed at $1.50 and online cards at 3% with a $2.75 minimum. In office, cash and check have no listed fee, PIN debit is $2.75 and credit card is 3% with a $2.75 minimum.