Find the Right Office, Tax Record or Payment Route
Use this guide to find the Hendry County Tax Collector phone number, LaBelle or Clewiston office, property-tax search, current payment fees, driver-license service hours and the right office for a value or exemption problem.
The fastest path depends on the task. Property taxes can often be searched online, but delinquent taxes, driver-license services and Property Appraiser questions follow different rules.
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What are you trying to do?
Use the official property-tax search, confirm the account and tax year, then review the live payment total and fee.
Choose LaBelle or Clewiston, then check whether the service has shorter hours than the office itself.
Use the Hendry County Property Appraiser rather than the payment office.
How to search Hendry County property-tax records
The official county tax portal accepts broad search keywords. Use the least information needed first; then narrow the result after you see possible matches.
Property-tax payment fees and when online payment stops
The official Hendry payment cart currently publishes the following convenience fees. Always confirm the amount on the live checkout screen before submitting.
| Payment method | Published fee | Use it when | Important caution |
|---|---|---|---|
| E-check | $1 | You want the lower listed online fee. | Verify routing/account details before submitting. |
| Credit or debit card | 2.65% convenience fee, $2 minimum | You prefer card payment. | The fee grows with a larger tax payment. |
| Delinquent property tax | Online payment unavailable | Contact the office for the current amount. | Certified funds are required. |
LaBelle and Clewiston Tax Collector offices
Hendry County lists two offices. General counter hours run to 5:00 p.m., but driver-license services are listed only through 4:30 p.m.
| Office | Address | Phone | General hours | Driver-license hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LaBelle main office | 25 E. Hickpochee, LaBelle, FL 33935 | 863-675-5280 | Mon–Fri 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m. | Mon–Fri 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. |
| Clewiston office | 1100 S. Olympia St., Suite 300, Clewiston, FL 33440 | 863-983-1460 | Mon–Fri 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m. | Mon–Fri 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. |
These numbers are listed separately from the main Tax Collector number on the official contact page.
The official property-tax page says no appointment is required to pay property taxes at either office. Do not assume the same walk-in rule applies to every driver-license or testing service.
What the Hendry County Tax Collector can handle
The office is broader than property-tax collection. The 2025–26 budget and official service pages list county tax functions plus state-agency services.
- Real-estate property taxes
- Tangible personal property taxes
- Non-ad valorem assessments
- Business Tax Receipts
- Tax certificates and payment-plan help
- Driver licenses and ID cards
- Vehicle titles and registrations
- Mobile-home and vessel title/registration work
- Disabled parking placards
- Road-testing information
- Hunting and fishing licenses/permits
- Concealed weapon license applications/renewals
- Florida birth certificates
Discount months, due date and delinquency timeline
Installment plan vs partial payment: do not mix them up
Florida law allows quarterly prepayment. Hendry says the account must have more than $100 in taxes and the new application must be submitted by April 30.
The Tax Collector FAQ distinguishes partial payments for current taxes from the installment plan for future taxes. Review the official form/rules before assuming a partial amount preserves every discount or deadline.
| Installment | Calculation / discount | Due date | Micro-help |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | ¼ of prior-year taxes, discounted 6% | June 30 for discount | If no first notice arrives by June 15, contact the office. |
| 2nd | ¼ of prior-year taxes, discounted 4.5% | September 30 | Keep the first-payment record for reconciliation. |
| 3rd | Current liability less first two payments, divided by 2; 3% discount | December 31 | Ownership, value or exemption changes can affect later bills. |
| 4th | Remaining current liability; no discount | March 31 | Confirm the annual account is fully settled. |
What changes after property taxes become delinquent
| Tax type | April 1 rule | Later action | Payment caution |
|---|---|---|---|
| Real estate | 3% minimum interest/penalty plus advertising costs | Tax certificate sale on or before June 1 | Certified funds; delinquent taxes cannot be paid online. |
| Tangible personal property | 1.5% monthly penalty / 18% annual rate, plus advertising and fees | Tax-warrant and collection action can follow | Contact the office for the current amount and payment-plan options. |
Tax Collector or Property Appraiser: who fixes the problem?
| Your question | Correct office | Why |
|---|---|---|
| How much do I owe or how do I pay? | Tax Collector | Collects current and delinquent taxes. |
| I need a tax bill or receipt. | Tax Collector | Prints bills and receipts. |
| Can I use an installment or partial-payment plan? | Tax Collector | Administers payment-plan information. |
| My assessed value looks wrong. | Property Appraiser | Determines assessed value. |
| I need Homestead or another exemption. | Property Appraiser | Handles exemption eligibility and records. |
| Owner, legal description or permanent mailing address is wrong. | Property Appraiser | Maintains the tax roll information. |
| Why is a non-ad valorem service charge on the bill? | Levying authority | The authority sets the assessment for services such as fire, lighting, solid waste or drainage. |
You sold the property or the mailing address is wrong
The Tax Collector FAQ explains that a sale after the tax roll was prepared may not appear on the bill. Do not assume the bill proves current ownership; contact the Property Appraiser and use the official address-change process.
The Tax Collector can accept/forward an address-change request, but its own page says the permanent change must be made with the Property Appraiser. Follow up to confirm the Appraiser actually updated the tax roll.
Do not pay from an old tax report balance
Hendry publishes downloadable tax reports for research, including delinquent bills, real-estate account status and installment information. The office specifically warns that balances in those reports can change and should not be used to remit payment.
How to use Hendry County Tax Collector reviews without getting bad information
Public review pages can be useful for anecdotal comments about wait time, parking or a particular visit, but they are not authoritative for service eligibility, fees, required documents or office hours. Ratings also differ by branch and can change at any time.
General visit experience, parking or queue expectations.
Hours, phone numbers, payment rules, fees, deadlines and required documents.
LaBelle and Clewiston both list general Tax Collector hours, but service-specific hours can be shorter.
Final Hendry County task checklist
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Hendry County Tax Collector FAQs
What is the Hendry County Tax Collector phone number?
The main LaBelle phone number is 863-675-5280. The Clewiston office number is 863-983-1460. The LaBelle contact page also lists 863-675-5274 and 863-674-4022 for driver-license services.
Where is the Hendry County Tax Collector office in LaBelle?
The main office is at 25 E. Hickpochee, LaBelle, FL 33935. General hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; driver-license services are listed through 4:30 p.m.
Where is the Hendry County Tax Collector office in Clewiston?
The Clewiston office is at 1100 S. Olympia St., Suite 300, Clewiston, FL 33440. The office lists Monday through Friday hours of 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m., with driver-license services through 4:30 p.m.
How do I search Hendry County property taxes?
Use the official property-tax account search and enter an owner name, property address or account number. The portal says account-number searches should include the four zeros after the decimal.
What online payment fees apply to Hendry County property taxes?
The official payment cart currently lists a 2.65% convenience fee for credit/debit cards with a $2 minimum and a $1 e-check fee. Confirm the live checkout total before paying.
Can I pay delinquent Hendry County property taxes online?
No. The official portal says delinquent property taxes cannot be paid online and require certified funds such as cash, cashier’s check or money order. Call for the current amount due.
When are Hendry County property taxes due and what discounts are available?
Tax bills are mailed on or before November 1 and are due by March 31. The published discount schedule is 4% in November, 3% in December, 2% in January and 1% in February. Unpaid taxes become delinquent April 1.
Does Hendry County offer an installment payment plan?
Yes. The plan is for future taxes, the account must have more than $100 in taxes, and a new application must be submitted by April 30. Continuous participants generally do not need to reapply.
Should I contact the Tax Collector or Property Appraiser?
Use the Tax Collector for bills, payments, receipts, delinquent balances and payment plans. Use the Property Appraiser for assessed value, exemptions, ownership, legal description and permanent mailing-address changes.
Are Hendry County Tax Collector reviews reliable for choosing an office?
Reviews can provide anecdotal visit feedback, but ratings and comments change. Use official sources for hours, eligibility, required documents, deadlines and payment rules, then use reviews only as secondary context.