We are currently experiencing a delay with 2025 license tags. The shipment is now in transit to our office, and we will mail your tags as soon as they arrive. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this delay may cause and appreciate your patience.

Payment Options

You may license by mail and pay for your license with a check or money order made payable to “City of Richmond, Virginia.”

You may license online and pay for your license with a major credit card. A convenience fee will apply per transaction. Multiple pets can be licensed in one transaction.

You may license in person at Richmond Animal Care & Control. Please bring a copy of your pet's current rabies certificate and proof of spay/neuter.

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