1.Direct Debit

You can print off a direct debit form from our on-line forms by clicking here, or  by e-mailing us at : business.rates@leicester.gov.uk and asking for a form, or by phoning or visiting us at the following address:

 

2.Standing Order

If you do not want to use direct debit you can pay by standing order, which is easier than paying by cheque or cash. You can print off a standing order form from our on-line forms by clicking here, or ask for a form on e-mailing us at business.rates@leicester.gov.uk, or by phoning or visiting us at the above address. Send the completed form to your bank or building society, not us, and remember to set your payment date for five days before the due date shown on your bill. This will ensure the payment is received and put on your account on time, and will avoid any unnecessary reminders being sent to you.

3.Credit or Debit Card

Our secure answer phone service (0116 252 7012) is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. We accept Switch (Maestro), Solo and Delta debit cards, and most credit cards. Just have your card details and Business Rates account number from your bill ready (it begins "80... ") when you call. Your payment will be credited to your account usually within one working day. There is no charge or minimum payment required for debit or credit card payments.

4. By BACS

5.By Post

Please make your cheque payable to "Leicester City Council", write your Business Rates account number that begins with "80", on the back of your cheque and send it to Leicester City Council, Cash Office, Welford House, Welford Place, Leicester LE1 6ZH. Please post your payment five days before the due date shown on your bill. This will ensure the payment is received and put on your account on time, and will avoid any unnecessary reminders being sent to you. We do not accept post-dated cheques, and you should not send cash through the post.

6.At the Post Office

You can pay at any Post Office by completing one of their "Transcash" payment slips. Please make sure you include your name, address and Business Rates account number (it begins "80"). The Council's Girobank account number is 4864751. Please make your payment 10 days before the due date shown on your bill. This will ensure the payment is received and put on your account on time, and will avoid any unnecessary reminders being sent to you.

7.In Person

You can make payments at the main cash office in Welford House. Please bring your bill with you to speed up the payment process for you and us.

The Welford House opening hours are:

Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays: 8:45 am - 4:30 pm

Wednesdays: 9:30 am - 4:30 pm

Fridays: 8:45 am - 4:00 pm

There is also a Deposit Box available at Welford House cash office, which is available 8:00 am until 7:00 pm every day except Christmas Day.