How to set up your Direct Debit
We offer a choice of four dates each month these are the:
- 1st
- 8th
- 15th
- 22nd
You can also ask to pay over 12 months instead of 10, or however many months remain in the year.
You are also protected by the Direct Debit Guarantee, which promises that you will get your money back straight away if anything goes wrong.
There are different ways to set up a Direct Debit depending on the area you live in:
Set up a Direct Debit if you live in the Allerdale area
Set up a Direct Debit if you live in the Carlisle area
Set up a Direct Debit if you live in the Copeland area
If you have Council Tax arrears
We will set instalments dividing the total balance outstanding by the number of remaining months in the financial year.
If you have difficulties paying your bill
Other methods of payment
If you are unable to set up a Direct Debit there are other ways you can pay your Council Tax bill.
Pay online
To pay online you will need your:
- Council Tax reference number
- Debit card or credit card
You will need to choose the online payment link in the area you live in:
Pay by telephone
You will need your debit card and Council Tax details ready when you call.
Telephone: 0300 373 3730
Pay at the Post Office or a PayPoint
You can pay bills at any Post Office or a PayPoint outlet by using the barcode on your bill.
Find your nearest PayPoint outlet