The Collecting Division collects property and excise taxes and fees due to the City using statutorily permitted collection techniques. The Division is also responsible for recording and depositing collections of monies from other City departments with the Treasury Division.

The Collecting Division mails all tax bills and collects both current and delinquent taxes. The Division also prepares and files tax takings and tax certification liens, issues municipal lien certificates, and prepares petitions for foreclosures with the Law Department. Additionally, the Division prepares property redemption certificates, collects fees and fines and all other City revenue through teller windows, and prepares reports and analyses on various fiscal issues for the City of Boston.

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Declaration of Liability Return for Calendar Year 2007
The Declaration of Liability Return for Calendar Year 2007 (Form 6A 2007) is now available. To download, click here.

Frequently Asked Questions
If you have questions about Real Estate Taxes, Tax Bills and Payments, click here.

On-line Payments
To pay your City of Boston property tax bill on-line, click here. To pay your City of Boston motor vehicle excise tax bill on-line, click here. To pay your City of Boston boat excise tax bill on-line, click here.

Contact Us
If you require additional assistance, please contact the Collector Treasurer at (617) 635-4131, or visit the customer service window (M-31) on the Mezzanine level of Boston City Hall between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.
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