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Privacy NoticeThe annual TV licence fee is currently set at £169.50, but not everyone is required to pay it. You need a TV licence if you watch or record live TV on any channel, regardless of the device you use – whether it’s a television, computer, laptop, tablet, or mobile. If you’re caught watching live TV without a licence, you could be hit with a hefty fine of up to £1,000. Also, you need a TV licence if you use BBC iPlayer – even just for catching up on shows like The Traitors, EastEnders or Strictly Come Dancing. However, if you’re catching up on shows via streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, ITVX, Disney Plus, YouTube, All 4, Apple TV+, Paramount+ or My5, you don’t need one. But, if you’re tuning into a live show through these services, then a TV licence becomes necessary. That said, there are plenty of people who are exempt from paying for a TV licence, or can get it at a reduced rate, reports Bristol Live.. So, who is lucky enough to get a free licence? Sign up to OK’s TV newsletter to get updates sent to your inbox for free
Even if you are catching up on old episodes of The Traitors on BBC iPlayer, you need a TV licence
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You don’t need a TV licence if you only watch streaming services like Netflix
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If you’re aged 75 and over and claim Pension Credit, you’re entitled to a free TV licence. Pension Credit is a benefit that tops up your income if you’re over the state pension age and on a low income. The standard minimum guarantee part of Pension Credit is currently valued at £201.05 a week for single individuals, or £306.85 a week for couples. You could be entitled to extra deductions on top of this, depending on whether you’re a carer, severely disabled, or responsible for a child or young person. Students living away from home might also be covered under their parents’ TV licence, but only if they’re watching on a device such as a mobile phone, tablet or laptop. However, this doesn’t apply if they’re viewing on a television or desktop computer that’s plugged into the mains. If there’s someone in your household who is blind or severely sight-impaired, you can receive a 50% discount on your TV licence fee. Moreover, if you live in residential care or sheltered accommodation, you might qualify for a concessionary TV licence, which costs £7.50 per room, flat or bungalow. Both you and your accommodation need to meet the criteria. For more information you can check out the official TV Licensing website. You can also visit the site if you need to declare that you don’t need a TV licence.Story SavedYou can find this story in My Bookmarks.Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right.Follow OK! MagazineFacebookTwitterCommentMore OnAmazon PrimeDisneyNetflixBBC
