Those eligible will need to be over 75 and one of the following:
If you’re not currently claiming pension credit, it's worth checking if you’re able to. Around 40% of the 2.58 million people who qualify for pension credit are missing out on the payments they’re entitled to, according to Independent Age.
TV Licensing will contact you when it’s time to renew your TV licence and explain your options.
If you’re currently covered by an over-75 TV licence and you meet the new eligibility criteria, you can apply for your free TV licence.
If you, or someone who lives at your address, are eligible for pension credit but don’t currently claim it, you’ll have to set this up first.
See how to apply for:
For more details, you can check the TV Licensing website, or call 0800 232 1382.
If you’re blind or severely vision impaired, you may be eligible for a 50% concession. This will cover anyone who lives with you.
If you're eligible for a free TV licence but you’re currently paying for one, a refund will be considered as part of your application for the free TV licence.
If you’re not eligible for a free TV licence, you’ll need to pay for it if you plan to watch, record, download or stream live TV programmes on any device. This includes programmes on BBC iPlayer or ITVX.
