What months do you not pay council tax Fife?
February and March are the two months of the year when you don’t pay council tax.
What months do you pay council tax in Scotland?
Details of the amounts due are shown on your bill. Council Tax is normally payable in 10 monthly instalments (minimum £5) due on the first of each month from April to January, with extra payment dates available if you pay by direct debit. You can also pay in full in a single payment.
How do I contact Fife Council by phone?
To contact us, please go to www.fife.gov.uk/contact-us or phone: 03451 55 11 55 for Council Tax & Benefits. 03451 55 00 33 for Housing Advice. 03451 55 00 66 for Travel & Blue Badge.
When should I pay council tax?
Council tax bills should be sent out in April. You’re usually asked to pay in 10 instalments. You have the right to ask to pay in 12 instalments instead. Local councils might accept weekly or fortnightly payments.
Can you pay council tax over 12 months in Scotland?
Yes, by direct debit you can.
Do I pay council tax in January?
Your council tax bill is issued in April each year. It is split into ten monthly payments (instalments), payable from April to January, unless you have chosen to pay in twelve instalments, or to pay in full in April.
What is the Fife Council?
Website. www.fife.gov.uk. Fife Council is the local authority for the Fife area of Scotland and is the third largest Scottish council, with 75 elected council members. Councillors are generally elected every five years.
How do I report a repair to Fife Council?
How to report a common repair
- Non-emergency – Online reporting.
- Emergency (Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm) – 03451 55 00 11.
- Emergency (6pm to 8am, including weekends and public holidays) – 03451 55 00 99.
- Email: [email protected].
Do you pay 10 months council tax?
Most people pay their Council Tax over 10 months. This can bring a welcome injection of cash in February and March when no payments are taken. However, it’s easy for this extra cash to be eaten up by day-to-day spending if you don’t take some actions early.
What happens if you do not pay council tax in Fife?
If you do not pay your instalments as they fall due Fife Council will issue you with reminder letters. Failure to pay the amount due or to contact us to make an arrangement will result in a 10% statutory penalty being applied.
Where do I go to pay my council tax?
You can pay your bill at any post office by taking along your latest council tax bill. You need your latest council tax bill to pay at any PayPoint. Find your nearest PayPoint outlet at Paypoint.com. Paying Council Tax is not a matter of choice and the Council will take action if you do not pay or do not pay on time.
Where can I get free debt advice in Fife?
Fife Council has a Corporate Debt Policy which provides information and advice to customers. If you are experiencing financial difficulty whether it’s budgeting advice or require urgent debt information then free, confidential, independent financial help and advice is available from Citizens Advice and Rights Fife, Money Advice Unit.
How old do you have to be to pay council tax?
A full Council Tax charge is payable if there are two or more adults, aged 18 or over, living in a property as their main home. Students and carers usually aren’t counted in your household numbers. Discounts can also apply for apprentices, school leavers, care leavers and those in hospital.