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MOTOR VEHICLE DIVISION | Frequently Asked Questions
About Motor Vehicle Property in Georgia | |
| How do I figure the tax on my vehicle? When are property taxes due on my vehicle? Why does a non-resident military person stationed in Georgia have to pay ad valorem taxes on a leased vehicle? Who do I contact about motor vehicle tags and titles? Can I deduct the tax paid on my vehicle from my income tax return? How do I figure the tax on my vehicle?
The formula to figure the tax on a vehicle is: | [40% * FMV] * millage rate = tax due. |
For a person that owns a vehicle with a valuation of $20,000 in a city where the tax rate is 30 mills, the property tax would be $240.00. Multiply $20,000 by 40% which is equal to the assessed value of $8,000. Then multiply $8,000 by .03000 which is equal to $240.00. For more information on the ad valorem taxation of motor vehicles, click here. For additional information on paying ad valorem taxes on your vehicle contact your local Tag Office office. Click here to find out the tax rate in your county or city.
When are property taxes due on my vehicle?
In most counties vehicle owners must renew their registration each year and pay ad valorem taxes during the 30 day period that ends on the owner's birthday. If the vehicle is owned by more than one person, the deadline is based on the birthday of the person whose name appears first on the title to the vehicle. For more information on the ad valorem taxation of motor vehicles, click here.
Why does a non-resident military person stationed in Georgia have to pay ad valorem taxes on a leased vehicle?
The owner of the vehicle (the company you lease from) has to pay ad valorem taxes on the vehicle. When you leased the vehicle from them you took on the responsibility to pay any and all taxes while the vehicle was in your possession.
Who do I contact about motor vehicle tags and titles?
Information about tags and titles on your motor vehicle can be obtained from the
Tag Office in your county or the Motor Vehicle Division.
Can I deduct the tax paid on my vehicle from my income tax return?
For questions about ad valorem tax that can be deducted on your income tax return see the Taxpayer Services Division website or contact: taxpayer.services@dor.ga.govContact For additional questions about the valuation on your motor vehicle you can contact: Georgia Department of Revenue
Motor Vehicle Division
Attn: Greg Elton
1200 Tradeport Blvd., Room 1114
Atlanta, GA 30354
Phone: (404) 362-6440
Email: Greg.Elton@dor.ga.gov |
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