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Sales and Use Tax Requirements for Vehicles and Vessels

Original title: Sales and Use Tax – Santa Rosa County Tax Collector

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What This Bill Does

The Santa Rosa County Tax Collector collects a 6% state sales tax and a 1% on motor vehicles, vessels, and mobile homes. These taxes apply during title transfers or new registrations in Florida.

Why it matters

Residents purchasing or registering vehicles, vessels, or mobile homes in Santa Rosa County must pay a combined 7% sales tax, with the local portion capped at $50 per transaction.

Who It Affects

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Directly affected

Vehicle, vessel, and mobile home buyers

These individuals are required to pay state and local sales taxes when transferring titles or registering property in Florida.

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much sales tax will I pay on a vehicle purchase in Santa Rosa County?

You will pay a 6% state tax plus a 1% , which is capped at $50.

Do I have to pay sales tax if I trade in my old vehicle?

Yes, but the tax is calculated only on the difference between the price of the new vehicle and the trade-in allowance.

What if I just moved to Florida and my vehicle was titled in my name for a long time?

If the vehicle has been titled in your name for six months or more, you generally do not need to provide a bill of sale for tax purposes.

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Local Tax Cap

The local 1% tax is effectively capped at $50, meaning any transaction value above $5,000 does not incur additional local tax.

Santa Rosa County Tax Collector

Connected Entities

Florida Department of Revenue, Santa Rosa County Tax Collector

OrganizationFlorida Department of Revenue“The state agency for which the Santa Rosa County Tax Collector acts as an agent.”Map →

OrganizationSanta Rosa County Tax Collector“The local government office responsible for collecting state and local sales tax”Map →

Sources

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