State of Alabama

Government90% confidence

The State of Alabama is the U.S. state government responsible for public services, taxation, licensing, and regulatory functions within Alabama.

Montgomery, AL
alabama.gov

About State of Alabama

This descriptor refers to the State of Alabama, the U.S. state government that administers public programs, collects taxes and fees, and manages licensing, courts, education funding, and other governmental services. Charges from the State of Alabama commonly relate to items such as income or business taxes, vehicle registrations, driver’s licenses, professional licenses, court fees, fines, or other official payments made to state agencies.

A charge with a reference number like "ref 73743GJEZ4S00YGLA" typically indicates an online or electronic payment processed through a state payment portal for a specific department (for example, revenue, motor vehicles, courts, or professional licensing). This might be a one-time payment (such as a tax due, license renewal, or citation payment) or a scheduled/recurring payment arrangement you or your business set up with a state agency.

If you have questions about this charge, start by checking recent online payments you made to any Alabama state agency and look for emailed receipts that include a similar reference or confirmation number. You can also log into the relevant Alabama agency’s online portal (e.g., Department of Revenue or licensing board) to review your payment history. If you still cannot identify the charge, contact the specific agency you believe is associated with the payment, providing the date, amount, and the reference code shown on your statement; if you’re unsure which agency it is, you can begin with the main state contact channels listed on alabama.gov for guidance.

Bank Statement Variations

2 known variations

These are the raw merchant codes that appear on bank and credit card statements that we've identified as belonging to State of Alabama.

  1. State of Alabama ref 73743GJEZ4S00YGLA
  2. state of alabama reference number 73743GJEZ4S00YGJA

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of payments to the State of Alabama commonly appear on my card statement?

Common card charges to the State of Alabama include payments for state income or business taxes, vehicle registration renewals, driver’s license fees, professional license renewals, court fines or fees, and other regulatory or permitting charges from state agencies.

What does the long reference number (like 73743GJEZ4S00YGLA) mean on my State of Alabama charge?

The reference number is an internal transaction or confirmation ID used by the State of Alabama’s payment system to match your card payment to a specific bill or record. Matching this code with an emailed receipt or a payment history in the relevant agency’s online portal can help you identify exactly what you paid for.

How can I verify which Alabama state agency this charge is from?

Check your email for recent receipts from Alabama state agencies, then look for the same date, amount, or reference number. You can also log into portals such as the Alabama Department of Revenue, driver services, or your professional licensing board to review payments. If you cannot locate it, contact the agency you most recently paid and provide the transaction date, amount, and reference code from your statement.

Can I get a refund for a payment made to the State of Alabama by card?

Refunds depend on the specific agency and type of payment. Many government payments—such as taxes, fines, or certain fees—are non‑refundable once processed, but some overpayments or duplicate charges may be eligible for refund. Contact the relevant state agency’s billing or finance office and provide your transaction reference number and proof of payment to request a review.

How do I cancel or stop a recurring payment arrangement with the State of Alabama?

If you set up a recurring payment plan (for example, for taxes or a payment agreement), log into the specific agency’s online portal where you created the plan and look for billing or payment plan settings to modify or cancel it. If you cannot find the option, contact that agency directly and request cancellation, keeping a record of any confirmation provided.

Why do I see a pending or temporary State of Alabama charge on my card?

Some online services or portals may place an authorization hold on your card to verify it before finalizing a payment. This may appear as a pending charge and then either settle for the final amount due or drop off if the transaction was not completed. Check your email and the portal you used to see whether the payment was confirmed or failed.

How can I obtain a receipt or invoice for a State of Alabama card payment?

Most Alabama state payment portals generate an on‑screen confirmation and email a receipt when your payment is processed. You can log back into the portal used (e.g., Department of Revenue e‑services or a licensing system) to download a copy. If you don’t have portal access, contact the relevant agency’s customer service or finance office and provide your name, payment date, amount, and the reference number from your statement.

Who should I contact if I don’t recognize this State of Alabama charge at all?

First, confirm that no one in your household or business made a recent payment to an Alabama state agency using your card. If no one recognizes it, contact your card issuer to discuss potential fraud, and reach out to the State of Alabama via the main contact information on alabama.gov or the agency you suspect may be involved, providing the date, amount, and descriptor from your statement.

This merchant is in the Government category

Browse all

Related Merchants

North Sydney Council
Brisbane City Council
Australian Securities and Investments Commission
VicRoads
City of Parramatta Council

Compare State of Alabama

vsNorth Sydney CouncilvsBrisbane City CouncilvsAustralian Securities and Investments Commission

Got more mystery charges?

Paste your bank statement codes and we'll tell you exactly who charged you.

Find out who charged you