Due to Governor DeSantis’ announcement closing state offices on July 3, our offices will also be closed. All Duval County Tax Collector Offices will be closed Thursday, July 3rd and Friday, July 4th in observance of Independence Day. We will re-open Monday, July 7th at 8:30 AM. All July 3rd appointments are unfortunately canceled. To receive priority service on any day we are open, bring proof of your canceled appointment.

FLHSMV is aware of a recent phishing text alert scam sent to customers regarding driver license status and pending suspensions. While the full extend of the scam is unknown at this time, the threat is serious. As a reminder, if you receive any suspicious messages, do not click any links, share personal or financial information and report to your local law enforcement agency immediately. FLHSMV will never contact customers via text message demanding payment or threatening suspension or arrest.

If so, you may be responsible for collecting and remitting the Tourist Development Tax. To help property owners, managers, and hosts understand their responsibilities, we've prepared a detailed informational brochure.

“REAL ID is a nationwide effort to improve the integrity and security of State-issued driver licenses and ID cards, which in turn will help fight terrorism and reduce identity fraud,” according to Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles. Florida began issuing REAL ID compliant credentials back in January of 2010.