How to pay Fairfax County, VA property tax
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Payment details from the official sources for Fairfax County. Check the tax year and parcel on your bill before submitting a payment.
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Payment methods and fees
Published fees
E-checks are free; credit and debit cards carry a 2.35% fee.
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Published installment dates
Tax year 2026. Dates retain the year published by the source.
Published late-payment rule
10% penalty for each late installment; interest is 1% per year.
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Official offices
Fairfax County Department of Tax Administration
Sources for these instructions
https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/taxes/sites/taxes/files/Assets/Documents/PDF/fy-2026-tax-facts.pdf
Pay by E-check or credit/debit card - E-checks are free; a service fee of 2.35% is applied to credit/debit card payments. - Save time and avoid lines by paying your taxes online. By Mail - Make checks/money orders payable to “County of Fairfax.”
Verified October 24, 2026
https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/taxes/sites/taxes/files/Assets/Documents/PDF/fy-2026-tax-facts.pdf
E-checks are free; a service fee of 2.35% is applied to credit/debit card payments.
Verified October 24, 2026
Continue with your property
Common questions
Where can I pay Fairfax County property tax?
Official payment portal: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/taxes/pay. E-check, Credit card, Debit card, Check, Money order
Updated , from cited verification dates. Individual sources may have earlier checks.