Lee County Tax Collector: Phone, Offices, Appointments & Payments

Lee County, Florida · offices, appointments, taxes and DMV services

Call, Pay or Visit the Right Lee County Tax Collector Office

Use this guide to find the Lee County Tax Collector phone number, choose between Fort Myers Downtown, Cape Coral, Bonita Springs, Lehigh Acres and South Fort Myers, and avoid driving to the closed North Fort Myers office.

The fastest route depends on the task: property tax payment, appointment-only testing, road test, HazMat, business tax receipt, title transfer, registration renewal or a printed tax receipt.

Important 2026 update: the Lee County Tax Collector North Fort Myers service center at 15201 N. Cleveland Avenue closed permanently on July 31, 2026. Do not trust older map listings without checking the current LeeTC locations page.
Main phone

239-533-6000

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Regular hours

8:30-5 most weekdays; Thursday starts 9.

Road tests

Bonita Springs, Cape Coral, South Fort Myers.

Online e-check

Free for eligible current tax payments.

Fast decision

Which Lee County Tax Collector location should you use?

1
Property tax payment

Pay online first if possible. You can also use an active service center, self-service kiosk or the correct mail route.

2
Road test

Book an appointment at Bonita Springs, Cape Coral or South Fort Myers. Do not choose Downtown Fort Myers for a road test.

3
Business tax / dealer work

Start with Downtown Fort Myers or the official business/dealer service pages before choosing another branch.

Jump to the Lee County task you need

Use these links like a service router. Each section explains what to do after opening the official page.

Office finder

Lee County Tax Collector offices, addresses and best-use notes

All active LeeTC service centers list Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Thursday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and weekend closure. Holiday closures, storms and service updates can change practical availability.

Active Lee County Tax Collector service center comparison
OfficeAddressRoad testHazMatBest reason to choose it
Downtown Fort Myers 2480 Thompson Street, Fort Myers, FL 33901 No road tests listed Listed Broadest office for property tax, business tax receipts, concealed weapon license, dealer/business services, titles, registration and HazMat.
Cape Coral 1039 SE 9th Avenue, Cape Coral, FL 33990 Listed Not listed in current service summary Cape Coral residents needing tax, driver license, registration, title, knowledge test or road-test services.
Bonita Springs 25987 S Tamiami Trail, Bonita Springs, FL 34134 Listed No HazMat fingerprinting listed South Lee County customers needing tax, license/ID, title, registration, plates, parking permits or road test.
Lehigh Acres 600 Homestead Road South, Lehigh Acres, FL 33974 No road tests listed Listed East Lee County customers needing tax, license/ID, suspension help, title, registration, HazMat or knowledge testing.
South Fort Myers 15680 Pine Ridge Road, Fort Myers, FL 33908 Listed Listed Fort Myers/Sanibel/Captiva-area users needing road tests, CDL-related work, HazMat, tax, title or registration help.
Lehigh Acres address caution: older search snippets may still show 3114 Lee Boulevard. Current LeeTC wait-time and active office references show Lehigh Acres at 600 Homestead Road South. Verify the official locations page before driving.
Appointment rules

Lee County Tax Collector appointments: when booking is required

LeeTC accepts walk-ins as availability allows, but scheduled appointments are honored first. For certain services, an appointment is not just helpful—it is required.

Appointment-only services currently listed
  • Concealed weapon license services;
  • HazMat endorsement / fingerprinting;
  • knowledge testing;
  • road testing.
Walk-in strategy

Walk-ins work best for simpler transactions when the branch offers the service and the wait-time page looks reasonable. A short displayed wait does not guarantee your transaction can be completed without the right documents.

Open appointment informationUse LeeTC’s official appointment page so you choose the exact transaction category.
Pick the correct officeDo not book Downtown for road testing, and do not choose Bonita Springs for HazMat if the current page does not list it there.
Read the arrival instructionsLeeTC appointment guidance tells customers to check in by mobile, kiosk or the Customer Resource Desk depending on service.
Bring originalsFor driver license, ID, title, registration or disabled parking permit work, phone photos and incomplete forms can cause a second trip.
Save your confirmationKeep the office, service, date, time and confirmation details. Reschedule if you cannot attend.
CWL warning: LeeTC appointment information states concealed weapon license appointments may not be combined with other appointment types. Book it separately.
Before you drive

How to use Lee County Tax Collector wait times correctly

Compare branches

Check Bonita Springs, Cape Coral, Downtown Fort Myers, Lehigh Acres and South Fort Myers before assuming the nearest office is fastest.

Know the limit

Wait estimates change as customers arrive, appointments check in and complex transactions take longer than expected.

Still verify service

A short wait is useless if that location does not perform your road test, HazMat, CWL or knowledge-test task.

Local timing tip: Lee County offices can feel busiest near property-tax discount deadlines, March 31, lunch hours, holiday closures, school breaks and month-end vehicle-registration rushes.
Property tax workflow

How to pay Lee County property taxes online

Start at LeeTC Pay OnlineUse the official Lee County Tax Collector Pay Online page, then choose the property tax route.
Search the accountUse owner name, property address, account number or bill details. If the record does not appear, try fewer words and remove punctuation.
Confirm the propertyMatch the owner, site address, account, tax year and current balance before selecting payment.
Check discount monthFlorida property-tax discounts are time-sensitive. LeeTC lists November 4%, December 3%, January 2% and February 1%.
Pick the payment methodEligible current real estate/tangible taxes may use free e-check. Card, digital wallet, PayPal and debit methods have fees.
Save proofKeep confirmation and wait for posting before assuming the payment failed.
Bonita Springs confusion: a Bonita Springs mailing address can be in Lee County or Collier County. Confirm the county, parcel and Tax Collector website before paying. If it is Collier County, use the Collier County Tax Collector guide.
Payment cost

Lee County Tax Collector payment fees and cost checks

Published LeeTC convenience-fee notes
Payment methodPublished fee noteWhat to check before paying
E-checkFree for eligible current online tax payments.Confirm the account is current and the official checkout still shows no fee.
Credit card / Apple Pay / Google Pay / PayPal2.35% convenience fee with $1.85 minimum.Review final total before submitting.
International online property-tax card3.95% for online property tax payments.Use the live checkout screen for the exact fee.
Debit online or phone2.35% convenience fee with $1.85 minimum.Compare with e-check if paying eligible current taxes.
In-person debit$1.95 flat rate.Confirm the active branch performs your transaction.
Delinquent payment caution: do not assume a delinquent account accepts the same free e-check route as a current tax bill. Confirm the current payoff and payment method directly with LeeTC.
Proof of payment

How to print a Lee County property-tax receipt

Open the official property-tax payment websiteStart from LeeTC Pay Online or the official property-tax search.
Search by name or addressUse the same account you paid. If a mortgage company paid, search the property record instead of your bank statement.
Open account historyLook for the tax year and paid status.
Click Print PDFDownload or print the receipt once the payment has posted.
Keep backup proofFor a closing, refinance, escrow dispute or business record, save the PDF plus payment confirmation.
Payment not showing? Online payments can take time to post. Do not pay twice until you compare the confirmation number, payment date, bank/card proof and account history.
Phone and mail

Lee County Tax Collector phone number and mailing addresses

Main customer-service phone

239-533-6000

Call Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Eastern Time, and Thursday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., excluding holiday closures.

FedEx / UPS delivery
Lee County Tax Collector
2480 Thompson St.
Fort Myers, FL 33901

Do not use a physical-office address for USPS if the official contact page gives a task-specific PO Box.

Use the LeeTC PO Box that matches the transaction
TaskMailing addressMicro tip
General correspondencePO Box 850, Fort Myers, FL 33902-0850Use for general written communication, not a specific tax-payment coupon unless instructed.
DMV titles / registrationsPO Box 1590, Fort Myers, FL 33902-1590Include title, VIN, plate, registration or transaction reference as required.
Business taxPO Box 1549, Fort Myers, FL 33902-1549Use the business-tax route for applications, renewals and business-tax account matters.
Current real estate / tangible taxesPO Box 1609, Fort Myers, FL 33902-1609Include the correct payment coupon and account information.
Delinquent real estate / tangible taxesPO Box 630, Fort Myers, FL 33902-0630Confirm payoff first; delinquent balances can change.
Call script“I’m calling about a Lee County Tax Collector transaction. I have my property address/account number or license/registration information ready. Can you confirm the correct office, appointment requirement, payment route and documents before I drive or mail anything?”
Avoid a second trip

What to bring for common Lee County Tax Collector services

Property tax payment

Tax notice, account or property address, accepted payment method, escrow/lender details if applicable, and prior confirmation if already paid.

Driver license / ID

Original identity, Social Security and Florida residential-address documents that match the current FLHSMV requirements.

Title / registration

Title or ownership papers, ID, proof of insurance, VIN/plate details and any required signed forms.

Road test

Appointment confirmation, qualified vehicle, registration, insurance and a licensed driver if required.

HazMat

Appointment confirmation and the current identification/background/fingerprinting requirements for that service.

Concealed weapon license

Separate CWL appointment and current state-required application or renewal documents.

Business tax receipt

Lee County business tax receipt: when to use Downtown or online

LeeTC appointment information says business tax receipt service covers customers who need to establish or pay a business tax receipt. It also states that online processing is available for original issuances, renewals and account closures when you do not want an appointment.

Open LeeTC business tax informationUse the official business section, not a state license page, if the task is the county business tax receipt.
Check zoning or exemption needsBusiness tax paperwork can depend on location, business activity, home-based occupation rules or exemption forms.
Choose online or in-officeSimple renewals or account actions may be online; complex questions may need office help.
Bring business detailsHave legal business name, DBA, physical address, mailing address, ownership, email, phone and activity description ready.
Wrong office prevention

Lee County Tax Collector vs Property Appraiser

Use the Tax Collector for
  • paying real estate or tangible taxes;
  • printing payment receipts;
  • checking paid/unpaid status;
  • driver license, registration, title and plate services;
  • business tax receipt routing;
  • delinquent tax payment instructions.
Use the Property Appraiser for
  • assessed value and property record questions;
  • Homestead and other exemptions;
  • ownership or mailing-address changes;
  • parcel maps and property data;
  • TRIM notice questions;
  • classification or valuation problems.
Simple rule: payment, receipt or service-center transaction = Tax Collector. Value, exemption, ownership or property record = Property Appraiser.
Closure update

Lee County Tax Collector North Fort Myers office is closed

Former office

15201 N. Cleveland Avenue, North Fort Myers, FL 33903.

LeeTC announced this service center would close permanently on July 31, 2026.

What to use instead

Choose Cape Coral, Downtown Fort Myers, Lehigh Acres, South Fort Myers or Bonita Springs based on the exact service. A future Colonial Service Center was expected later in 2026, but users should wait for an official LeeTC opening notice.

Search-result warning: older “Lee County Tax Collector North Fort Myers” results may remain online after the closure. Always use the current LeeTC locations page and wait-time page before driving.
Official sources

Official Lee County links used for this guide

FAQs

Lee County Tax Collector FAQs

What is the Lee County Tax Collector phone number?

The main Lee County Tax Collector phone number is 239-533-6000. LeeTC lists call availability Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Eastern Time and Thursday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., excluding holiday closures.

Where is the Lee County Tax Collector Fort Myers Downtown office?

The Downtown Fort Myers office is at 2480 Thompson Street, Fort Myers, FL 33901. It is the best first choice for business tax receipts, dealer/business services, concealed weapon license services, HazMat fingerprinting and many tax or DMV-connected services, but road testing is not listed there.

Where is the Lee County Tax Collector Cape Coral office?

The Cape Coral office is at 1039 SE 9th Avenue, Cape Coral, FL 33990. The official location page describes it as in the Government Building across from the main Cape Coral Post Office.

Where is the Lee County Tax Collector Bonita Springs office?

The Bonita Springs office is at 25987 S Tamiami Trail, Bonita Springs, FL 34134. Use it for south Lee County services such as tax payments, driver license/ID, title, registration, plates, parking permits and road testing when currently available.

Where is the Lee County Tax Collector Lehigh Acres office?

The current LeeTC wait-time and active office references show Lehigh Acres at 600 Homestead Road South, Lehigh Acres, FL 33974. Because older search snippets may show another address, verify the official LeeTC locations page before driving.

Where is the Lee County Tax Collector South Fort Myers office?

The South Fort Myers office is at 15680 Pine Ridge Road, Fort Myers, FL 33908. It is useful for road testing, HazMat, CDL-related work, title, registration and tax services when the official page lists the service.

Is the Lee County Tax Collector North Fort Myers office open?

No. LeeTC announced that the North Fort Myers service center at 15201 N. Cleveland Avenue closed permanently on July 31, 2026. Use current official locations and wait times before traveling.

Do I need an appointment at the Lee County Tax Collector?

Walk-ins are accepted as availability allows, but appointments are honored first. Current LeeTC guidance lists concealed weapon license services, HazMat endorsement/fingerprinting, knowledge testing and road testing as appointment-only.

How do I pay Lee County property taxes online?

Start from LeeTC Pay Online, choose the property-tax route, search by owner, address or account details, verify the property and tax year, review the payment fee, save the confirmation and print a receipt after the account history shows paid.

Is TaxCollectors.org the official Lee County Tax Collector website?

No. This is an independent guide. Use the official Lee County Tax Collector website, official appointment scheduler and official payment systems for payments, appointments, driver license, title, registration, business tax and property-tax actions.