All people eligible for £180 BBC TV licence for free or discounted
Some households can get a TV license for free or pay a reduced rate, potentially saving hundreds of pounds over the year. The TV license, which currently costs £180 per year, helps fund the BBC's television, radio and online services. People who watch or record live television or use BBC iPlayer must have a valid TV license.
TL;DR
- A TV Licence costs £180 per year and funds BBC services.
- Eligibility for a free licence exists for those aged 75+ who receive Pension Credit.
- Reduced rates are available for residents of care homes, supported housing, sheltered accommodation, and for people who are blind or severely sight-impaired.
- A licence is required for watching live TV or using BBC iPlayer.
- Owning a TV does not automatically mean a licence is needed; on-demand viewing (excluding BBC iPlayer) without live TV may not require one.