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City of Chicago Department of Finance
HQ: Chicago, IL
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City of Chicago Department of Finance
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Retrieved July 2026 · Source: chicago.gov.
| City of Chicago Department of Finance payment arrangement |  Deferit | |
|---|---|---|
| How to access | Check City of Chicago Department of Finance's online account, payment portal, or customer support team for available payment arrangement options. | Sign up, take a picture of your bill, and Deferit pays it on your behalf. Online or in app. |
| Maximum split | If City of Chicago Department of Finance offers payment arrangements, limits are set by City of Chicago Department of Finance based on your account status. We couldn't verify a published maximum split. | 4 installments, once every two weeks, up to your Deferit balance |
| Eligibility & approval | Decided by City of Chicago Department of Finance at request time based on account status | Monthly Deferit membership, no lock-ins. Cancel anytime. |
| Fees & interest | Fees and interest were not published in the sources reviewed. Check City of Chicago Department of Finance's payment portal or support team before setting up an arrangement. | Monthly Deferit membership plus a $0.99 processing fee per payment. No late fees on eligible Deferit memberships.* |
| If you miss a payment | Missed-payment consequences are set by City of Chicago Department of Finance and may include late fees, service interruption, or collection activity depending on your account. | You can reschedule a repayment date in the app before it's due. Late fees may apply depending on your Deferit membership.* |
| Works for | City of Chicago Department of Finance bills only | City of Chicago Department of Finance and most other US household bills |
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*Deferit membership is $14.99 (Lite), $19.99 (Max) or $24.99 (Ultra) a month, plus a processing fee per payment. No late fees feature included with Max and Ultra memberships. Installments on the Lite membership may incur late fees if overdue. See membership terms for details.
City of Chicago Department of Finance Account & Billing Support
| Department | Number / Channel |
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| Customer Service / Billing Main | (312) 744-7275 |
Retrieved July 2026 · Source: chicago.gov/city/en/depts/fin/provdrs/parking_and_redlightcitationadministration.html · current departmental phone numbers and hours of operation.
About City of Chicago Department of Finance
The City of Chicago Department of Finance is a municipal agency that manages the city's financial operations, including revenue collection, utility billing, and payment services. The department collects income from municipal taxes, fees, fines, and service charges including amusement taxes, hotel taxes, parking violations, and utility billing to fund city operations.
City of Chicago Department of Finance bills commonly include municipal taxes, property-related fees, amusement taxes, hotel taxes, parking violation fines, utility charges (water and sewer), and other service charges. Deferit is unaffiliated with City of Chicago Department of Finance.
How to Pay Your City of Chicago Department of Finance Bill
- Online: Pay online at ChiPay: https://webapps1.chicago.gov/payments-web/#/home
- Online: Set up online payment plans at https://parkingtickets.chicago.gov/PaymentPlanWeb/home
- Phone: Call (312) 744-2204 for payment assistance.
- In-Person: Pay in person at City Hall (121 N LaSalle, Room 107A) or Central Hearing Facility (400 W Superior, 1st Floor).
- With Deferit: pay now and split into 4 installments, once every two weeks. Learn more →
City of Chicago Department of Finance Payment Methods & Addresses
Retrieved July 2026 · Source: chicago.gov/city/en/depts/fin.html ·chicago.gov/city/en/depts/fin/provdrs/parking_and_redlightcitationadministration/svcs/pay_parking_and_red-lightticketson-line.html ·chicago.gov/city/en/depts/fin/supp_info/revenue/Payment%20Options/payment_center.html.
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Can I use Deferit to pay my City of Chicago Department of Finance bill? ›
Yes. Enter your City of Chicago Department of Finance bill amount in Deferit and we pay City of Chicago Department of Finance in full right away. You repay us in 4 bi-weekly installments.
Split this bill in 4What payment methods does City of Chicago Department of Finance accept? ›
City of Chicago Department of Finance typically accepts online payments via credit card, debit card, or bank transfer. Visit chicago.gov or contact their support team for the most up-to-date options.
Does City of Chicago Department of Finance offer autopay? ›
Most billers offer automatic payment to help avoid late fees. Visit City of Chicago Department of Finance's website or app to check whether autopay is available and how to enroll.
What do I do if I can't pay my City of Chicago Department of Finance bill on time? ›
Contact City of Chicago Department of Finance directly to ask about payment arrangements or hardship assistance programs. Deferit can also help — split your bill into 4 payments to ease the immediate financial pressure.
Updated: July 2026