Fort Bend County Tax Office is the county’s Tax Assessor-Collector, responsible for billing and collecting property taxes and certain fees for Fort Bend County and other local taxing entities, as well as handling motor vehicle registrations and titles.
Fort Bend County Tax Office is the official Tax Assessor-Collector for Fort Bend County, Texas. Based in Richmond, Texas, the office administers and collects property taxes on behalf of the county and many local entities, including cities, school districts, and special districts. It also provides motor vehicle services such as vehicle registration, title transfers, and related support to residents and businesses across the county.([fortbendcountytx.gov](https://www.fortbendcountytx.gov/government/departments/tax-assessor-collector/property-tax-database?utm_source=openai))
A charge with a descriptor similar to “PMT*FT BE 1317 … RICHMOND TX … CKCD 9399” is very likely an online or in-person payment processed through the Fort Bend County Tax Office’s payment processor. The pattern “PMT*FT … TAX OFFICE” is specifically documented by the county’s payment vendor as the way Fort Bend County Tax Office card payments appear on bank statements, and the number “1317” with “EU” matches the office address at 1317 Eugene Heimann Circle in Richmond, Texas. The MCC code 9399 corresponds to government services, which is consistent with tax or fee payments (e.g., property taxes, vehicle-related fees, or special inventory taxes).([fortbendcountytx.gov](https://www.fortbendcountytx.gov/government/departments/tax-assessor-collector/property-taxes?utm_source=openai))
If you have questions about this charge, you can verify it by checking recent property tax or vehicle-related payments you made via the Fort Bend County Tax Office website or in person. Look for receipts or confirmation emails from the Tax Office or its payment portal, and compare the amount and date to your card statement. For further assistance, you can contact the Fort Bend County Tax Office directly via the phone number or email listed on their official website; they can look up payments by name, account number, or property information and help resolve billing issues or clarify what the payment covered.([fortbendcountytx.gov](https://www.fortbendcountytx.gov/government/departments/tax-assessor-collector/property-taxes?utm_source=openai))
Bank Statement Variations
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These are the raw merchant codes that appear on bank and credit card statements that we've identified as belonging to Fort Bend County Tax Office.
Why does my statement show a charge like “PMT*FT BE 1317 … RICHMOND TX CKCD 9399”?
This format is how Fort Bend County’s payment processor describes card payments to the Fort Bend County Tax Office. “PMT*FT” is a payment prefix, “1317” and “EU” refer to the Tax Office address at 1317 Eugene Heimann Circle in Richmond, Texas, and MCC 9399 indicates a government services charge, typically for property tax, vehicle registration, or related county fees.([fortbendcountytx.gov](https://www.fortbendcountytx.gov/government/departments/tax-assessor-collector/property-taxes?utm_source=openai))
What kinds of payments to Fort Bend County Tax Office commonly appear on my card statement?
Common card payments include annual property tax bills, delinquent tax payments, escrow or prepayments, dealer special inventory tax payments, and certain motor vehicle registration or title fees processed through the Tax Office. Any of these made by credit or debit card can show up with the PMT*FT-style descriptor on your statement.([fortbendcountytx.gov](https://www.fortbendcountytx.gov/government/departments/tax-assessor-collector/property-taxes?utm_source=openai))
How can I confirm which bill this Fort Bend County Tax Office charge is paying?
Log into the Fort Bend County Tax Office property tax or payment portal and search by your property account number, name, or address to view recent payments and receipts. Match the payment date and amount shown in the portal or on emailed receipts to the date and amount on your card statement; this will tell you exactly which property or account the charge was applied to. If you cannot find it, contact the Tax Office by phone or email for a payment lookup.([fortbendcountytx.gov](https://www.fortbendcountytx.gov/government/departments/tax-assessor-collector/property-tax-database?utm_source=openai))
Are there extra fees when I pay Fort Bend County taxes or fees by credit or debit card?
Yes. The Tax Office uses a third-party processor that adds a non-refundable convenience fee, typically a percentage of the total for credit/debit transactions (with a stated minimum) and a flat fee for some PIN debit transactions. E-check payments are often free of convenience fees. These details are listed on the Fort Bend County Tax Office’s online payment information page.([fortbendcountytx.gov](https://www.fortbendcountytx.gov/government/departments/tax-assessor-collector/property-taxes?utm_source=openai))
How do I request a refund or correct an overpayment to the Fort Bend County Tax Office?
If you believe you overpaid or paid the wrong account, contact the Fort Bend County Tax Office directly using the phone number or email on their website and provide your property or account number, payment date, amount, and card details. Staff can review your account, confirm whether an overpayment occurred, and advise on eligibility and process for a refund or reapplication of funds.([fortbendcountytx.gov](https://www.fortbendcountytx.gov/government/departments/tax-assessor-collector/property-taxes?utm_source=openai))
Can I cancel or reverse a Fort Bend County Tax Office payment after it has posted to my card?
Once a tax or fee payment has been authorized and applied, it generally cannot be simply “cancelled” like a subscription. If the payment was made in error, you must work directly with the Fort Bend County Tax Office to request an adjustment or refund. Initiating a chargeback through your card issuer can delay resolution and may complicate your tax account, so it’s better to contact the Tax Office first.([fortbendcountytx.gov](https://www.fortbendcountytx.gov/government/departments/tax-assessor-collector/property-taxes?utm_source=openai))
Why do I see a pending or duplicate-looking Fort Bend County Tax Office charge?
Some card payments may first appear as a pending authorization from the Tax Office’s processor before settling as a final charge. In rare cases, users who refreshed or retried an online payment might submit multiple attempts. Check the county’s payment portal or your emailed receipts to see how many payments were actually completed; if you suspect a duplicate, contact the Tax Office with the transaction details so they can verify and resolve it.([fortbendcountytx.gov](https://www.fortbendcountytx.gov/government/departments/tax-assessor-collector/property-taxes?utm_source=openai))
How can I contact Fort Bend County Tax Office about a charge on my card?
You can reach the Fort Bend County Tax Office at its main location, 1317 Eugene Heimann Circle, Richmond, TX 77469, by phone at the Tax Office’s published number or via email addresses listed on the property tax pages of the county website (such as FBCTaxInfo@fortbendcountytx.gov). Use the official county website to ensure you are using current contact information before sharing payment or account details.([fortbendcountytx.gov](https://www.fortbendcountytx.gov/government/departments/tax-assessor-collector/property-taxes?utm_source=openai))