How can I avoid paying my TV Licence?

You don't need a TV Licence if you never watch or record programmes as they're being shown on TV, on any channel, or live on an online TV service, and you never download or watch BBC programmes on BBC iPlayer – live, catch up or on demand.

How can TV Licensing prove you are watching TV?

There has never been a case in court where the TV license officer has produce evidence from any mythical detection device to prove you had a TV. The only way is for the license officer to photograph your property with some thing distinctive identifying your house and showing a TV on in your lounge.

Can I be exempt from paying TV Licence?

People who are aged 75 or over and receive Pension Credit. People who are blind (severely sight impaired). People who live in qualifying residential care and are disabled or over 60 and retired. For businesses that provide units of overnight accommodation, for example, hotels and mobile units.

How do I get a TV Licence exemption?

If you think you're eligible for a free licence but don't currently have a TV Licence, call 0300 790 6117 and speak to one of our advisors to request an application form. (Our lines are open between 8.30am and 6.30pm, from Monday to Friday.) Once we've received your application it may take a few weeks to process.

Do I need a TV Licence if I don't watch BBC?

If you never watch or record any live TV programmes on any channel or device, and never download or watch BBC programmes on BBC iPlayer, you don't need a TV Licence.

How To Legally

Can I cancel my TV Licence if I only watch Netflix?

If you only watch on demand programmes on Netflix and don't watch TV live on any TV or streaming service, and don't watch BBC iPlayer, you may cancel your TV Licence if you won't need it again before it expires. Or let us know you don't need a TV Licence.

Can I listen to radio on my TV without a licence?

No, you do not need a TV Licence to listen to the radio (including on BBC Sounds).

Can TV Licence enter your home?

TV Licensing can only enter your home without your permission if authorised to do so under a search warrant granted by a magistrate (or sheriff in Scotland). TV Licensing may also apply to a magistrate (or sheriff in Scotland) for a search warrant.

Do I need a TV Licence to watch Freeview?

You need a TV Licence to download or watch BBC programmes on BBC iPlayer – live, catch up or on demand. This applies to any device and provider you use, including: Freeview, Freesat or YouView.

How do I get a concessionary TV Licence?

TV license application for pensioners

You would be required to fill the form and after which you will pay the full annual fee of R74. 00. d. If you are receiving a social grant from the State, then you need to submit a letter that you were given from the Department of Social Development.

Can the BBC tell if I watch TV?

No, the BBC can't drive up your street and sense that you're using iPlayer. And it probably never could tell if you were watching TV.

Do I legally have to pay TV Licence?

You don't need a TV Licence to own or possess a television set. However, if you use it to watch or record programmes as they are being shown on TV or live on an online TV service, or to download or watch BBC programmes on demand, including catch up TV, on BBC iPlayer, then you need a TV Licence in order to do so.

What happens if I cancel my TV Licence?

When should I cancel my TV Licence? You can cancel your licence and may be eligible for a refund if, before your licence expires, you won't be: watching or recording any programmes as they're being shown on TV, on any channel, or.

Has anyone been visited by TV Licensing?

The TV licensing inspectors, whose job it is to catch fee evaders, are now visiting homes again – following the suspension of their visits during the last lockdown. The TV Licensing body normally employs visiting officers who are tasked with finding people who are legally required to pay the fee.

What can TV Licence enforcement officers do?

If it is suspected that one has been watching live TV without a licence, TV Licensing can send enforcement offers to the premises to ensure licensable content isn't being watched. They can do this even if a household has informed them that they do not need a licence as they aren't watching or recording live broadcasts.

Can you block BBC channels?

Finally, you could add a block list to your router or to your computer's Hosts file to prevent access to content from selected BBC internet addresses. It published a list in June 2018. However, you don't need a TV licence to use BBC websites, or listen to BBC radio.

Can I cancel my TV Licence if I don't watch BBC?

You can cancel your licence if you no longer: watch or record programmes as they're being shown on TV, on any channel. watch or stream programmes live on an online TV service (such as ITV Hub, All 4, YouTube, Amazon Prime Video, Now TV, Sky Go, etc.) download or watch any BBC programmes on BBC iPlayer.

Can I watch Now TV without a TV Licence?

You'll need a TV licence if you watch any of the live channels with your NOW Membership, on any device. You'll also need a TV licence if you use your NOW Smart Stick or Box to watch BBC iPlayer (live programmes, on demand or catch up).

How many TV Licences have been Cancelled?

*Figures have been rounded to the nearest ten. A total of 894,340 licences in force were cancelled in the 2018/19 financial year.

Is having a TV Licence law or an act?

As per the Communications Act 2003 and Communications (Television Licensing) Regulations 2004, those who install and watch a television are required to have a TV Licence and pay a fee for it. It is unlawful to watch, download or record programmes on any channel or on any platform if a valid TV Licence is not held.

How can I avoid BBC licence fee legally?

You do not need a licence if you only ever watch on-demand or catch-up programmes on services other than BBC iPlayer. If you also never watch live TV programmes on any channel, including on iPlayer, then you don't need to pay the fee.

Why should I pay TV Licence if I don't watch BBC?

You don't need a TV Licence if you never watch or record programmes as they're being shown on TV, on any channel, or live on an online TV service, and you never download or watch BBC programmes on BBC iPlayer – live, catch up or on demand.

Do pensioners get reduced TV Licence?

If you're 75 or over and you claim Pension Credit, you're entitled to a free TV licence. If you're visually impaired, you may be able to get a discount.

Who is entitled to a concessionary TV Licence?

If you are aged 75 or over and qualify for ARC preserved rights you will be eligible for a free TV licence, without needing to be in receipt of Pension Credit.

What does concessionary TV Licence mean?

As a resident of a residential care home, supported housing or sheltered accommodation you may be able to benefit from a concessionary TV Licence. This is known as an Accommodation for residential care (ARC) licence. It costs £7.50 per room, flat or bungalow. Find out more about when you need a TV Licence.