Save time when you pay by Direct Debit.

Millions of Council Tax payers across the UK are already saving themselves valuable time every month by paying their Council Tax automatically by Direct Debit. Just set a Direct Debit up once and you can be confident that the payments will be made automatically, on time, every time.

What’s more, there’s no need to worry in the unlikely event that anything goes wrong. Every payment is fully protected under the Direct Debit Guarantee, ensuring that you will get a full refund from your bank or building society should an error occur.

Paying your Council Tax the Direct Debit way means you can choose which of our four monthly payment dates suits you best. What’s more, because it is automated you won’t have to worry about missing a payment, and yet you stay absolutely in control and can cancel the Direct Debit at any time.

Please complete our online Direct Debit Mandate Form

• Your Council Tax Online Account - If you are liable to pay Council Tax, you can now view your account online. The benefits of registering include real-time information, amend contact details and view a full breakdown of your account.

• If you know how much you need to pay you can still use our Online Council Tax Payments system - You will need your account number that can be found on the front of your annual bill.

Call 0300 131 5555 for our 24-hour automated service.

Calls cost no more than calls to geographic numbers (01 or 02).

Payments can be made at most outlets where you see a Payzone/ Paypoint sign. You can pay by cash or debit card.

Remember to take your council tax bill with you every time so that the barcode can be scanned.

Find you nearest PayPoint outlet

Look out for PayPoint at your Post Office and use your payment card or the barcode on your bill.

Alternatively, you can contact your bank and arrange to pay quoting the following information:

• Reference: The Council Tax account number from your bill
• Payable to: Milton Keynes Council
• Sort Code: 60-14-55

Bank Account No: 37171542

Council Tax is usually paid in 10 instalments from April to January. New rules introduced by the Government allow customers to pay in 12 instalments if they wish. If you would like to take up this option please contact the Council Tax section via email.