Free TV licences are available to over 75s who receive Pension Credit. Those who live with someone who gets Pension Credit can also get a free licence, as it will cover everyone at an address.
A colour TV licence costs £159, making it a potentially worthwhile saving for anyone who can get theirs for free.
Pension Credit is a benefit paid to pensioners on lower incomes by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).
It provides a weekly income top up to those who claim it, as well as the potential access to a free TV licence.
This could boost single pensioners’ income to £177.10 per week, or £270.30 for couples.
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To qualify, someone must be either:
- Retired and over 60
- Disabled
Housing managers can apply on behalf of a resident if they are not able to apply themselves.
How to apply
Britons can apply for a free TV licence online via the TV licensing website.
Alternatively, they can also apply by phone on 0300 790 6071
People can apply when they are 74 if they already get Pension Credit to avoid any potential delay in getting their free licence once they turn 75.
They will still need to pay for their licence until the end of the month before their 75th birthday, but the licence will then be free as soon as they turn 75.
