Cashiering Unit
Overview:
To process payments received from internal and external customers completely and accurately, while providing excellent customer service.
Vision Statement:
"To establish a streamlined and efficient treasury operation that ensures financial transparency, maximizes revenue collection, and supports the fiscal stability of the City of Savannah. We aspire to leverage innovative technology and best practices to enhance service delivery and meet the evolving needs of our stakeholders."
Revenue Payment Methods:
*No payments will be accepted over the phone*
Accepted Methods of Payment:
- Cash
- Check
- Money Order
- Debit/Credit Card
- Certified Funds
- Digital Wallet
Our office hours are 8:15 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Payments by cash, check, money order, debit/credit card (all major credit/debit cards accepted), and certified funds are accepted. You may pay in person at the Cashier’s Office, which is located at the Coastal Georgia Center, 305 Fahm Street, Savannah, GA 31401.
If your account is flagged with Tax Sale or Returned Item, you will not be able to pay by personal check.
Please note our Returned Check Policy consists of a $30 or five percent (5%) of the check amount (whichever is greater) fee for each returned item and includes any ACH payments. In addition, the owner of the account and possibly the writer of the check will be placed on a certified funds only basis after the second returned item.
Online Payments:
To pay Real & Personal Property Taxes online, click here.
To pay your Utility Bills online, click here.
Your utility bills may be automatically debited from your checking account bi-monthly on the date the payment is due. You will continue to receive a regular utility bill statement prior to the date of withdrawal. A voided check must be submitted with your completed application. Click here to download the application.
Pay By Regular Mail:
Utility payments should be mailed to the following address:
- Utility Services, Revenue Department, P.O. Box 1968, Savannah, GA 31402
All other payments should be mailed to the following address:
- City Treasurer, Revenue Department, P.O. Box 1228, Savannah, GA 31402
Pay By Overnight Mail:
City of Savannah Revenue Department
305 Fahm St. Savannah, GA 31401
Drop Box Payments:
You can use the external drop box at the Coastal Georgia Center for utility and property tax payments. Checks or money orders are accepted. The drop box is on the west side of the building (parking lot side).
Important Dates & Deadlines:
- Alcohol Licenses and License Renewals are due by January 31st
- Business Tax Certificates and Renewals are due by March 31st
- First Installment Property Taxes: June 15th
- Second Installment Property Taxes: November 15th
- Excise Tax Payments are due by the 20th of each month
Additional Resources:
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Jacqueline Brotherson
Revenue Supervisor