Getting Settled
 

Getting settled in a new area is hard, but to make things a little easier, the Washington County Chamber of Commerce has supplied information on utilities, licenses and other information that is helpful when moving into a new area. 
 

Car tags and Driver's Licenses
 

Moving from another state? 
Visit the
Virginia Division of Motor Vehicles for information on how to obtain a Virginia Drivers License and get vehicle license plates.

Moving from another area of the state of Virginia?  Change your address on-line. With just a few clicks, you can change your address on vehicles and your drivers license.
 

County Vehicle Decals
Washington County residents must purchase a decal for their cars, trucks and motor homes for $20.00. Motorcycles $8.00 and $6.00 for recreational vehicles and small trailers.

Decals go on sale March 1st. For more information contact the Washington County Treasurer's Office
174 East Main St., Abingdon, VA 24210.
Ph: 276-676-6272

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County Dog Tags
All dogs 6 months old or older must have a dog tag. To obtain a dog tag, proof of a rabies vaccination must be provided by a licensed veterinarian along with the fee of $7.00 for a male dog or for spayed or neutered dogs, a fee of $4.00 is  charged.

Contact the Washington County Treasurer's Office, 174 East Main St., Abingdon, VA 24210.
Ph: 276-676-6272
 

Taxes
For information on tax rates for the town of Abingdon, follow this link.

Interested in tax rates for Washington County?
 

Job Services
For information on potential employers, or job openings visit the Virginia Employment Commission, Bristol, Virginia office.

Other job services are also available in the area.
 

Other Info
For information on banks, utilities, population count, and other interesting facts about Washington County, Virginia,  Washington County, Virginia Chamber of Commerce.

Visit this link for other interesting information about the general area like climate, history, and ecology to name a few.

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This information provided as a service of Owens & Company Real Estate. Check with all agencies for their current rules and fees.
 

 

 

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