A free TV licence for people aged 75 or over who get Pension Credit, plus discounts for blind people and those in some residential care.
Many people who are entitled to support never claim it. Check who qualifies, how much you could get and how to make your claim through the official channel.
The rules depend on where you live in the UK and on your household’s circumstances.
What Free TV Licence for Over-75s on Pension Credit offers
- Whole household: The licence covers everyone at your address.
- Apply at 74: Apply at 74 if you already get Pension Credit.
- Blind discount: 50% discount if you're registered blind.
- Care home rate: Reduced licence in eligible residential care.
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Who can get it | People aged 75 or over who get Pension Credit or live with a partner who does |
| How much | Free TV licence for the whole household |
| Other discounts | 50% off if registered blind; £7.50 in eligible residential care |
| How to claim | Apply online or by phone with TV Licensing |
Key points
Whole household: The licence covers everyone at your address.
Apply at 74: Apply at 74 if you already get Pension Credit.
Blind discount: 50% discount if you're registered blind.
About TV Licensing (BBC)
Free TV Licence for Over-75s on Pension Credit is run by TV Licensing (BBC). Claims are made free of charge through the official government channel.
We explain the rules independently and then send you to the official page to claim. We are not a government website.
Amounts and rules can change. The decision on your claim is made by TV Licensing (BBC).