Commissioner of the Revenue
The Office of the Commissioner of the Revenue is a constitutional office of the Commonwealth of Virginia and the City of Virginia Beach.
Commissioner of the Revenue - Administration
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The Office of the Commissioner of the Revenue
- Enforces state and local tax laws.
- Receives and audits state and local tax returns.
- Assists Virginia taxpayers with filing state and local tax returns.
- Discovers and enrolls all persons and property for state and local taxation.
- Assesses all local taxes EXCEPT the real estate tax.
- Advocates amendment of unjust state and local tax laws.
- Assists the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) customers with vehicle-related issues.
Dear Virginia Beach Taxpayers: I am pleased to inform you of tax relief opportunities available to disabled persons, seniors, veterans, and surviving spouses of veterans. Navigating tax programs can be overwhelming, but my team will provide the guidance and information you need. We are committed to helping you qualify for all available benefits. Please review the tax relief tab located above for details or contact us with any questions regarding your eligibility or application. I encourage you to call 757.385.4385; email req@vbgov.com, or visit us in City Hall at 2401 Courthouse Drive, Virginia Beach, VA 23456. We look forward to serving you.
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Documents & Forms
View our collection of important documents and forms. The files are generated in PDF format unless otherwise indicated.
Car Tax Appeals
Personal property assessments for vehicles may be appealed based on high mileage or condition using the online assessment appeal form.
Business License Renewal
Payment for renewals is due on or before March 1. If payment for the current year's license is not received by March 1, penalty and interest may be applied and the business is considered not licensed.
VBePay
The Commissioner's business license portal is available for new applicants and existing businesses wishing to renew a business license. You can file and pay monthly taxes for meals, transient occupancy, and admissions and file and pay quarterly short-term rental returns online. A recent update allows you to file your annual tangible business property return.
Code of Virginia
The Code of Virginia contains the laws passed by the General Assembly and signed by the Governor of the Commonwealth of Virginia.