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Council Tax Benefit

Bills coming out of your ears and problems paying them off? Wake up and feel the benefit.

What is it?

Help paying some or all of your council tax for those on a low-income. Your local council pays it. It doesn't matter if you get other benefits or if you already get a discount for living alone.

Who can get it?

To qualify you need to be on a fairly low income and have less than £16,000 in savings. Your local authority will make the decision based on your personal circumstances.

Students

  • If you are a full-time student you will not usually have to pay Council Tax.
  • If your partner is a student you may be able to get Council Tax Benefit, you can get a 25% discount on council tax for your flat/house, however this may vary from one region to another.
  • Students should get a Council Tax exemption certificate upon enrolment at their university. They must also phone their council informing them that they are exempt from paying.

How to claim

You can claim up to 13 weeks before you become entitled to Council Tax benefit although you will not usually receive any money before you move in. Download a council tax benefit form.


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