By state law, your tax obligation is established on January 1st.

As of this time, we do not accept payments by Mastercard or Visa. You can file an appeal with the Board of Equalization. Please be sure that your payment is postmarked no later than December 31st. You have 30 days to obtain Missouri License Plates and a Missouri Drivers License. You can pay by mail with a personal or cashier's check. All corrections and payment must be received by December 31st. If your name has changed or is misspelled, send payment and enter the correction on the top line of the portion of the bill marked "address change. Your bill is also determined by the city in which you reside.

We are currently preparing to accept payments via Debit Card. Utility bill around January 1, of the current license year, showing the out of state address and the vehicle owner's name. This method of payment involves six easy steps that are described below. Jackson County did not receive your declaration before March 31st as required by State Law.