Savannah, GA
Frequently Asked Questions
When are taxes due?
Tax payments are due monthly no later than the 20th of the month following the end of the prior month.
How is penalty and interest calculated on late payments?
PENALTIES: Delinquent one day, the penalty is 10% of the tax due.
INTEREST: 1% of taxes due per month or portion of month beginning the first day of delinquency
Is the City working with Airbnb?
No. Airbnb does not collect or remit lodging tax to the City of Savannah on behalf of property owners and/or authorized agents.
Is the City working with Vrbo?
No. Vrbo does not collect or remit lodging tax to the City of Savannah on behalf of property owners and/or authorized agents.
Can I pay by credit card?
Yes! We are able to take Visa and Mastercard for payments of up to $2,000. The City of Savannah does not assess a convenience fee but your credit card company might impose a fee. Payments above $2,000 will need to be paid via e-check.
Can I pay by e-check ?
Yes! You can select your e-check during checkout. In doing so, you authorize you bank to send the payment electronically to the City of Savannah. The City does not pull the money from your account, ever.
I need to close my account. What do I do?
Please email the City of Savannah at salestax@savannahga.gov. Please include the closure date and the reason you are closing the account.
How do I amend a return?
Please email salestax@savannahga.gov letting us know you need to file an amended return. In the email please include:
1) What city the amendment is for along with your six digit license/account number, and owner name
2) Period you need to amend (i.e. Q1 2021 form due April 30th)
3) If you overpaid or underpaid your original form
4) Brief explanation as to why the form needs to be amended
Once we receive this email we will review your account and send you further instructions.
What types of assistance can GovOS provide to me?
GovOS can assist you with all your system and account questions. Whether you have a question about your account or technical questions about how to do something in GovOS, please reach out to our support team. We can always reach out to the City on your behalf if we need their assistance with one of your questions. You can reach GovOS at blt.str.support@govos.com and by phone at (888) 751-1911.
Where are my tax forms? My Action Center is empty.
Your tax forms will be available on the 1st day of the month following the last day of the tax period. For example, the Quarter 1 (January-March) tax forms will be available in your Action Center on April 1. If you do not see the forms you expected, simply contact GovOS support for assistance.
Can I manage multiple businesses with one login?
Yes - to do so, click Add accounts from your user login under Manage Your Account(s). You will need your 6 digit Account Number and the GovOS Activation Code to connect to an existing business record.
Can a business have more than one user?
Yes, each business can have an unlimited number of users. Each user is required to provide the 6 digit Account Number and the GovOS Activation code to be authorized to connect to an existing business record.
I did not receive or I misplaced the letter with my activation code. What do I do?
Contact GovOS blt.str.support@govos.com or by phone at (888) 751-1911 for assistance. You will need to confirm account details to be verified for the account. To protect the security on property accounts, you will need written (e-mail) permission from a registered owner or officer of the property for us to provide you with a new activation code.
Can I file a Zero File tax return through GovOS?
To file a zero file tax form, select your tax form from your Action Center. Then, complete the required information on the remittance, including Gross Receipts and any deductions. You will be prompted to confirm your desire to complete the return as a Zero File return.
What payment types are accepted by the City through GovOS?
The City accepts ACH Debit, or e-check as well as the following major credit cards: Visa and Mastercard.
Can I schedule a payment in GovOS?
For your security, GovOS does not store any payment information in the system. You will need to enter your desired payment information each time you check out.
How do I change the User on a Business?
All users need to register, just as you did, by going to the home page for that jurisdiction (i.e. https://brightonco.munirevs.com). They will click on the "Go" button under "New Users". They will also need the 6 digit account number and Activation Code for the property.
I forgot my password. What do I do?
From the Log In page, click the “Forgot your password” link and follow the instructions that will be e-mailed to the User’s registered e-mail address.
Do I have to login to GovOS to see my alerts and reminders?
No. All alerts are e-mailed to your authenticated e-mail address. When you login to the system, you will also see any open alerts that need to be addressed in your Action Center.
For Assistance, Contact GovOS Support
blt.str.support@govos.com
(888) 751-1911
When contacting support, be sure to include the jurisdiction (Savannah, GA) and your account number in all emails or voicemails. This will help us assist you as promptly as possible. Thanks!
