Appointments Encouraged for All Services - Required for Title Transfer

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Polk County citizens are encouraged to make an appointment for all services provided by the Treasurer's Office. An appointment is required for transferring a vehicle title.

Click on the button to the right to schedule an appointment.

Time is a valuable resource and scheduling an appointment offers an easy and convenient process for customers. Persons with an appointment are given priority over persons who walk in for service.

Customer feedback indicates that appointments are convenient and allow transactions to be completed in a more efficient manner.

Payment options

Customer are reminded that most transactions can be completed online, including making payments. Payment options include:

Online

Electronic payments including e-check, debit card or credit card can be made at www.iowataxandtags.org. A non-refundable $0.30 administrative fee will be applied to all electronic payments. Debit card and credit card payments will also incur a convenience fee.

U.S. Postal Service

Place the payment stub along with a check or money order. Mail to 111 Court Avenue, Des Moines, IA  50309. Payments must be postmarked by September 30, 2024, to avoid a late penalty. No cash payments should be mailed. 

Drop box

Place the payment stub along with a check or money order in an envelope. Place the envelope in the drop box located outside the main entrance of the Polk County Administration Building, 111 Court Avenue, Des Moines. No cash payments should be left in the drop box. 

By phone

Property taxes may be paid by e-check, credit card or debit card by calling 515-286-3060 during business hours. A non-refundable $0.30 administrative fee will be applied to all electronic payments. Debit card and credit card payments will also incur a convenience fee. 

In person

Payments may be made in person at the Polk County Administration Building, 111 Court Ave., Des Moines. Hours are Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. On the third Thursday of the month, hours are 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.