Monday, November 9, 2026 - 9:51 PM
Homeowners and other property owners in Miami-Dade now have a new option to pay property taxes: using bitcoin, a method that is available both online and in-person and does not require taxpayers to abandon traditional payment methods.
The measure was announced this Monday by the Miami-Dade tax collector, the Cuban-American Dariel Fernández, according to the U.S. media News4JAX.
The office explained that the transactions are automatically converted to dollars before the money reaches the public agency's accounts.
This means that the county does not receive or hold bitcoin as part of its funds. The cryptocurrency serves as a means to make payments, but the collection is ultimately done in U.S. currency.
To use this option online, the property owner must access the property tax payment system, select the cryptocurrency option when available, and connect a compatible account from an exchange platform or a digital wallet.
Once the operation is authorized, the corresponding amount is converted to dollars to complete the payment. Taxpayers who prefer to carry out the process in person can also request this option at the collector's offices.
The new option is limited to property tax. It does not mean that Miami-Dade has begun to accept bitcoin for all fines, fees, licenses, or other payments managed by local government.
Current options also remain available, such as payments through bank accounts, cards, checks, and cash, in accordance with the conditions established for each channel.
Fernández defended the integration of this technology as part of the efforts to modernize public service.
"The Government must keep up with the times and the needs of the people we serve," the official stated.
To check your bill, review the available payment options, and locate customer service offices, taxpayers can access the official Miami-Dade Tax Collector's website or call 305-375-5448.
The news comes during the peak tax collection period for the property tax due in 2026.
Since October 30th, property owners can check their invoices and make payments online, while the collector's office continues to send out annual notices.
Additionally, those who make a payment during November can take advantage of a 4% discount on the amount of the tax subject to that reduction.
The benefit decreases to 3% in December, 2% in January 2027, and 1% in February.
During March, the full amount is paid, without any discount.
The discount calendar for early payment remains unchanged regardless of the inclusion of bitcoin as a payment method.
Owners must verify the final amount of their invoice and the conditions of the transaction before confirming it.
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