All methods of payment except Direct Debit may take up to five days to reach your account.
Direct Debit
The best way to pay Council Tax is by Direct Debit. You can pay over ten or 12 monthly instalments and choose the date you would like to pay.
Payments are covered by the Direct Debit guarantee.
You can also print off and complete a mandate to instruct your bank.
Once we have received your instruction, we will speak to your bank and send you a revised bill. The first monthly instalment will always be at least 10 working days after we send you the bill.
If you are a current Direct Debit payer, you can change your bank details or payment date online. You only need to set up a direct debit once, new applications for direct debit every year are not required.
Pay online by card
All online card payments are secure.
24 hour telephone payments
Phone 0151 606 2345 to pay by credit or debit card.
To make a payment you will need your Council Tax account reference.
Pay by online banking
Please quote your Council Tax Account Reference when paying online through your bank. You will find this on your Council Tax bill and notices (eight digits long, starting with an 8 or 9).
Use the following bank details:
- Sort code: 30-15-52
- Account number: 04201232
- Account name: Wirral Receipts
Post office payments
Using the barcode printed on your bill, payment may be made at any Post Office in cash or by debit card. There is no charge for this service.
PayPoint
Payment can be made in cash at any outlet displaying the PayPoint logo. You can do this using the barcode printed on your bill, There is no charge for this service.
Pay over 12 months instead of ten
Council Tax can be paid in ten or 12 monthly instalments.
To request this change please email your details, including your Council Tax reference number to counciltax@wirral.gov.uk