How to pay your Council Tax

This section tells you about the different methods you can use to pay your council tax bill. It is important payment is received by the due date as recovery procedures are prompt.

All methods of payment except direct debit may take up to five days to reach your account.

Direct Debit

By far the best way to pay Council Tax is by Direct Debit, and now you don't even need to complete any forms to do so. Just apply on line or call 0151 606 2002 and have your bank details ready.

If you are a current Direct Debit payer and need to change your Direct Debit details. Just call 0151 606 2002, have your Council Tax account number and bank details ready.

 
Apply to pay in 12 instalments by Direct Debit

New for 2012-13 you can choose to pay by 12 instalments or up to March. This could reduce your monthly payments by £15.98 per month for a band A property or £23.97 per month for a band D property helping you to budget throughout the year.

If you wish to pay your council tax in 12 instalments, please contact us by email and provide the following:

• Name
• Address
• Council Tax reference number

Email: counciltax@wirral.gov.uk

Choice of dates are available if you pay by direct debit - you can choose the 5th, 12th, 20th or 28th of each month.

If you prefer, you can print a mandate which can be returned in the post to the address on the form. Once we have received your instruction, we will make arrangements with your bank and send you a revised bill. The first monthly instalment under the Direct Debit plan will always be at least 10 working days after we send you the bill.

Online Payments

Accounts can be paid online with most major credit or debit cards.

Online Banking

Customers can use their online banking facilities to pay their instalments.

The Council’s banking details are as follows:

Sort Code – 60-05-07
Account Number – 15617475
Account name – Wirral Receipts

Please quote your Council Tax Reference Number (8 digits long starting with an 8 or 9) which is detailed on your bill or reminder.

Post Office Payments

If a Bar Code is printed on your bill, payment may be made at any Post Office in cash, by cheque or with a Debit Card. There is no charge for this service.

PayPoint

If a Bar Code is printed on your bill, payment may be made in cash at any outlet displaying the PayPoint logo. There is no charge for this service.

In Person

You may pay your Council Tax in person at any of our One Stop Shops using your debit/credit card.

Cash or Cheque payments can be made at our Cashiers Office at the Conway One Stop Shop, Birkenhead.

Telephone Payments

To make a payment by debit or credit card at anytime, please call (0151) 606 2345.