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Pay and apply

We have information on how to make many different transactions with the City of Boston. To learn more, click on the links below or search our transactions list.

Common payments and forms

Pay your motor vehicle excise tax Pay a parking ticket Apply for a resident parking permit Pay your real estate taxes Request a birth certificate Reserve a parking spot for your moving truck Get a copy of a marriage certificate How to pay the fine for a code violation

Main Transactions

Appeal a Green Ticket

If you want to appeal a sanitary or snow and ice "Green Ticket," you can request a hearing.
Appeal a parking ticket

If you think you have been issued a parking ticket unfairly, learn how to appeal it here.
Apply for a business certificate

Companies in Boston need to get a business certificate through the City Clerk’s office.
Apply for an absentee ballot

If you are unable to vote in person, apply for an absentee ballot before the submission deadline.
Apply for an EMS special events permit

If you are hosting a special event in Boston, you may be required to not only apply for a permit with the City, but also with Emergency Medical Services.
Apply to become a poll worker

Apply to work for the Boston Election Department as a poll worker during upcoming elections.
Boston EMS patient feedback

You can file a commendation or complaint with Emergency Medical Services.
Business Improvement District payment

Pay fees relating to the Business Improvement District.
City of Boston internship application

Let us know what areas of the City interest you, or apply to be an intern for a specific department.
Code Enforcement public records request form

You can get information about properties in the City of Boston.
Design review for construction near Parks

Please complete and submit this form to start the review process.
Dog license application or renewal

Apply or renew your dog license. All dogs must be licensed each year in the City of Boston.
Donate to BostonCANshare

Donate to help low-income families in Boston access fresh and healthy fruits and vegetables.
Establishing a marijuana business in Boston

Learn about the process involved in setting up a marijuana business in the City of Boston.
File a claim with the City

File a claim to seek reimbursement for damages or injuries caused by an incident involving City property.
File a commendation or complaint with Boston EMS

Let Emergency Medical Services know what they're doing right, and where improvements can be made.
Get a new resident parking permit

There are a number of options when applying for a permit sticker.
Get a permit to hold an event or wedding at a park

You can request a permit to hold a special event using Boston public parks.
Inspectional Services Public Records Request

Request public records relating to ISD's work at a particular building or address.
Love Your Block mini-grant application

Love Your Block is a program that offers mini-grants for neighborhood improvement projects. 
Moving truck permit

Apply for a one-day moving truck permit to reserve parking on your street and make your move easier.
My Brother's Keeper mini grants application

The program provides support and engagement for young people of color — primarily boys — in Boston.
Pay a Green Ticket

Pay a sanitary or snow and ice "Green Ticket" with the City of Boston.
Pay a parking ticket

Find out how to pay a parking ticket with the City of Boston.
Pay your motor vehicle excise tax

You can pay the excise tax on your motor vehicle online.

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