Before you get started in person
You can only file an abatement for specific reasons. Please check to make sure you’re able to file an abatement:
You have until three years after the excise is due — OR one year after you pay the excise bill — to file an abatement.
You can find the abatement form on the reverse side of your excise tax bill. You can also download and print a blank abatement form online:
Go to Boston City Hall
You can bring your completed form or fill out a new one. Visit us at the Taxpayer Referral and Assistance Center on the Mezzanine level:
Before you get started by mail
You can only file an abatement for specific reasons. Please check to make sure you’re able to file an abatement:
You have until three years after the excise is due — OR one year after you pay the excise bill — to file an abatement.
You can find the abatement form on the reverse side of your excise tax bill. You can also download and print a blank abatement form online:
You can also call the Taxpayer Referral and Assistance Center at 617-635-4287 and we will send you the form you need.
Mail us your application
If you plan to file an abatement, it’s a good idea to pay your excise tax. If you don’t pay your excise bill and we deny your abatement, you will have to pay any late fees and penalties.
A motor vehicle excise payment is due 30 days after we issue the bill. A boat excise payment is due 60 days after we issue the bill.
STILL HAVE QUESTIONS?Call the Taxpayer Referral and Assistance Center at 617-635-4287.
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