Apply for a Council Tax discount or exemption if you're a student

What you need to apply

You’ll need your 8-digit Council Tax account number. It’s shown at the top of your most recent Council Tax bill. 

The form may ask you to upload proof that you're eligible for a discount. 

Proof we need

A student certificate from your college or university. It must include:

  • your full name
  • your date of birth
  • your current address
  • the name and address of the college or university
  • the name of your course
  • the number of course hours each week
  • the start date and expected end date of your course

We will not accept a course acceptance letter.

If you're a non-British spouse of a full-time student, you'll need to send a copy of your visa or passport.

If you rent the property you live in, we'll also need a full copy of your tenancy agreement - it must include every page.

Apply

You must answer all the questions on the form even if you know which discount you’re applying for.