Direct Debit
Pay your bill automatically each month with a Direct Debit. It’s safe, secure and the simplest way to pay. These payments are protected by a guarantee.
Sign up for Direct DebitYou will need:
- your council tax account reference (found on your bill)
- your bank account details
You can download a Direct Debit paper form if required
If you have received a recovery notice for a previous years' balance and you wish to set up a Direct Debit to pay, you also need to complete a special payment arrangement form.
This form is also available if you wish to set up a payment plan.
Special payment arrangementOnline
Pay securely online using your debit or credit card. You will need your council tax account reference and payment details to complete the transaction.
Pay onlinePhone
Call our automated touch tone system 24 hours a day on 01304 872345.
Have your council tax account reference to hand as well as your card details.
Internet banking and standing order
You will need the following information if you use internet banking or if you wish to set up a standing order payment with your bank.
- Bank: National Westminster Bank PLC
- Sort code: 60-07-04
- Bank account number: 59272864
- Payee: Dover District Council
- Reference: Your council tax account reference
Change your payment method
Change the way you pay or update your bank details.
Change how you payIf you are late paying or don't pay
The instalment date on your bill is the date by which payment should have reached your council tax account, so you should make arrangements to make sure the money arrives in time.
If you haven't spoken to us about a problem paying your bill and you miss an instalment, we will ask you for payment.
Struggling to pay?
If you have difficulty paying your council tax at any time, contact us straight away. We are here to help, but once a summons has been issued the options are limited and payment arrangements will include costs.
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