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Columbia County Tax Collector’s Office
COLUMBIA COUNTY TAX COLLECTOR
Office Locations
& Hours
Choose your office. Arrive prepared.
Find hours, directions, and available services for Lake City and Fort White.
Most services are available in Lake City. Fort White offers selected services on Wednesdays.
Find the right officeAll hours are Eastern Time. Check upcoming holiday closures and review service cutoffs before your visit.
Lake City
Main Office · Courthouse Annex
Lake City, FL 32055
Plan your service
- Property tax payments, tags, and vehicle & boat titles
- Driver license services and written tests
- Hunting & fishing licenses
- Concealed weapon license applications and renewals
Written tests: 8:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Concealed weapon licenses: 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Driving tests are offered at Lake City only. Call to confirm the current testing window before traveling.
Fax numbers & mailing address
Tax office fax: (386) 719-7462
DMV fax: (386) 719-7460
Send mail to:
Columbia County Tax Collector
135 NE Hernando Ave, Suite 125
Lake City, FL 32055
View Lake City on Google Maps ↗Fort White
Branch Office · Selected services
Fort White, FL 32038
Plan your service
- Property tax payments, tags, and vehicle & boat titles
- Selected driver license renewals, changes, and reinstatement services
- Hunting & fishing licenses
- Written tests on Wednesdays
Written tests: 8:00–11:00 a.m.
and 1:00–3:00 p.m.
Driving tests and concealed weapon licenses are available at Lake City only.
Fax number & mailing instructions
Fort White fax: (386) 497-1242
This office does not accept mail. Send all correspondence and payments to the Lake City mailing address.
View Fort White on Google Maps ↗CHOOSE YOUR LOCATION
Which office should I visit?
Check service availability and testing cutoffs before you leave.
| Service | Lake City | Fort White |
|---|---|---|
| Property tax payments | Monday–Friday | Wednesday |
| Tags, vehicle & boat titles | Monday–Friday | Wednesday |
| Hunting & fishing licenses | Monday–Friday | Wednesday |
| Driver license services | Full service location | Selected services · call to confirm |
| Written tests | 8:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. | Wednesday: 8:00–11:00 a.m. & 1:00–3:00 p.m. |
| Driving tests | Call for current testing hours | Not offered |
| Concealed weapon licenses | 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. | Not offered |
Business tax receipt questions: (386) 719-7463. For disabled parking permits or another service, call (386) 758-1077 to confirm your location and documents.
BEFORE YOU LEAVE
Make your trip count
Bring the right documents
Use the service checklist to prepare your identification, records, and payment.
What to bringFor a trailer or plate replacement, use the checklist for your transaction before you visit.
Trailer paperwork →Plate and decal paperwork →
Plan a driver license visit
Review appointment options and arrive before the cutoff for your service.
Driver license appointmentsConcealed weapon service
Choose Lake City for applications and renewals. Prepare your documents first.
Appointment informationNeed help before your visit?
Call Lake City at (386) 758-1077 or Fort White at (386) 497-2456. You can also send us a message.
Birth certificates: Our office no longer provides this service. View Health Department referral information.
Need help accessing this information? Call (386) 758-1077 or contact our office for assistance.
Services
Kids Tag Art
Kids Tag Art is a fundraising project that inspires elementary grade art students and raises money for the school's art program. A special thanks goes out to our Platinum Sponsor- Nutrien and our Gold Sponsors- Edward Jones, Baya Pharmacy, Walmart Transportation, First Federal Bank, & LKQ!
