How do I change my address on my TV licence?
MOVING house can be a hassle, especially when it comes to informing everyone that you have a new address.
When it comes to your TV licence we've made things easy for you. Here's a simple guide to changing the address, and other details, on your licence account.
The law says you need a TV licence to watch live TV on any device, including computers, so make sure you're prepared when you move.
The TV licence is a tax paid by TV owners to fund the UK's public broadcaster, . This includes all the BBC's TV and radio channels.
There are no adverts on the BBC because it is primarily funded by the TV licence.
is the authority that collects the TV licence and reminds people that they need to pay their TV licence.
Changing the address of your TV licence online
The easiest and quickest way to tell TV Licensing that you have moved home is online.
you must enter your TV licence number, your last name, and the postcode of the last property you live at.
You'll then be able to amend your details through the online platform.
If you don't have access to the online form, you can write, email or call TV licensing to change your address using the following contact details:
Address:
TV Licensing
Darlington
DL98 1TL
Email:
Phone:
If you pay your TV licence by Direct Debit, your TV licence number will be on your bank statements.
If you pay your TV licence number by payment card, your TV licence number will be on your card where it says 'Customer Number'.
Ideally, you should inform TV Licensing before you move home. You can change your TV licence address up to three months before you move.
You can also inform TV Licensing if your home is going to be sitting vacant or if you won't be needing a TV licence anymore.
I only watch BBC iPlayer. Do I still need a TV licence?
Yes. The law says you need a , as well as watch or record programmes as they’re being shown on TV, on any channel.
What happens if I fail to inform TV licensing that I've moved home?
If you move home and fail to tell TV licensing, enforcement officers could pay a visit to your new home.
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