Who must purchase a decal and what is done with it?
All persons, whether or not they live in Smyth County themselves,who own a motor vehicle (automobile, truck, bus, motorcycle, motorhome, or semitractor) which is housed in Smyth County, must purchase a decal. The decal must be displayed on the front windshield of your vehicle(s) next to the State inspection sticker. All personal property taxes must be paid in order to purchase a decal. Smyth County deputies will ticket all vehicles located in Smyth County which do not display a valid decal. A Smyth County decal is required to be displayed within 30 days of the vehicle’s entry into Smyth County. There is no grace period between display of Virginia State tags and a decal. Present the valid state registration for each vehicle at the Smyth County Treasurer’s Office when you purchase your decal. If property is located within the town limits, consult the local town hall for decal purchases. In all cases, the personal property tax return (Form 762) must be completed and filed with the Commiss
