Who is exempt from TV Licence in UK?

People who are aged 75 or over and receive Pension Credit. People who are blind (severely sight impaired). People who live in qualifying residential care and are disabled or over 60 and retired. For businesses that provide units of overnight accommodation, for example, hotels and mobile units.

Is it a legal requirement to have a TV Licence in the UK?

You don’t need a TV Licence to own or possess a television set. However, if you use it to watch or record programmes as they are being shown on TV or live on an online TV service, or to download or watch BBC programmes on demand, including catch up TV, on BBC iPlayer, then you need a TV Licence in order to do so.

Can I get help paying my TV Licence?

If you’re faced with unexpected financial difficulties and sorting your TV Licence is still on the to-do list, organise it sooner rather than later. You can call 0300 790 6113 to talk it through with an advisor, or speak to a debt management organisation, such as Christians Against Poverty, for advice.

Can I get discount on my TV Licence?

You can get 50% off the cost of your TV licence if either: you’re registered blind or severely sight impaired.

How can I avoid paying my TV licence UK?

Only watch catch-up TV? You DON’T have to pay (unless you’re watching BBC iPlayer) If you never watch the BBC and only watch TV using other channels’ catch-up services, it’s possible to ditch the TV licence legally and save yourself £159 a year, no matter which device you’re watching on.

Do I have to pay TV licence if I don’t watch BBC?

You don’t need a TV Licence if you never watch or record programmes as they’re being shown on TV, on any channel, or live on an online TV service, and you never download or watch BBC programmes on BBC iPlayer – live, catch up or on demand. Find out more about when you need a TV Licence.

Is it illegal to not pay TV licence UK?

Watching ‘live TV’ without a licence is against the law. TV Licensing has enforcement officers that carry out checks. Fee dodgers can face prosecution plus a fine of up to £1,000 (up to £2,000 if you live in Guernsey) if they’re found to be watching ‘live TV’ or BBC iPlayer without a licence.

What countries pay TV licence?

With notable exceptions such as the USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Portugal and the Netherlands; most countries in the developed world require TV owners to have a licence. PS ‘Britain’ is not a country.

How can I avoid paying my TV Licence?

Why can’t I pay my TV Licence monthly?

TV Licensing If you are not given the option to pay monthly when you renew your TV Licence, you will be prompted to pay by annual or quarterly Direct Debit instead. Once you have paid for a TV Licence by annual or quarterly Direct Debit, you will then be able to pay by monthly Direct Debit for your next TV Licence.

How old do you have to be to get a TV licence in the UK?

If a UK resident aged 74 years wishes to purchase a TV Licence, they can apply for a short-term TV Licence to cover the time until they reach 75 when they become eligible for a free licence in the UK. Short-term licences for 74-year-olds are also available on the Isle of Man and Guernsey.

When do short term TV licences expire in the UK?

Short dated licences are set to expire 12 months after the previous expiry date. If a UK resident aged 74 years wishes to purchase a TV Licence, they can apply for a short-term TV Licence to cover the time until they reach 75 when they become eligible for a free licence in the UK.

Where can I apply for a special TV licence?

You can also apply by phone. You can get a special licence for £7.50 if you live in an eligible residential care home. Your housing manager can apply for you. You can get a 50% discount if you’re registered blind or live with someone who is.

What are the different types of TV licences?

A single TV Licence covers all of the following in a single property: TV sets. computers. laptops. tablets. mobile phones. any other device that can receive a TV signal.

Who is exempt from TV Licence in UK? People who are aged 75 or over and receive Pension Credit. People who are blind (severely sight impaired). People who live in qualifying residential care and are disabled or over 60 and retired. For businesses that provide units of overnight accommodation, for example, hotels and mobile units.…