How to pay your council tax

Pay Council Tax online

Paying Council Tax online is easy and secure. We accept most major credit and debit cards.

Payments made by 4.45pm Monday to Friday will show on the account the next working day.

Make a payment

To make a payment you will need:
  • Your Council Tax account number (you can find this on your Council Tax bill)
  • Your email address
  • A valid credit or debit card. Please note we do not accept American Express or Diners Club
Make a payment 

Payment receipt

Once you have completed the payment, you will receive confirmation of your payment on the screen along with your unique transaction number. You will also receive an email confirming the payment has been successful.

Contact us about Council Tax

Address: Council Tax and Benefits Service
1000 Dockside Road
London
E16 2QU

Telephone: 020 8430 2000