COUNCIL TAX — Council Tax Bank Charge Explained

COUNCIL TAX on your bank statement may relate to Council Tax, which is listed in the Government category. Council Tax is the local authority charge that funds services such as bins, roads and social care. It is usually paid in 10 or 12 monthly instalments by Direct Debit, and the descriptor will show your local council's name rather than the words Council Tax.

What Is the COUNCIL TAX Charge?

COUNCIL TAX may relate to Council Tax, which is listed in the Government category.

Council Tax is the local authority charge that funds services such as bins, roads and social care. It is usually paid in 10 or 12 monthly instalments by Direct Debit, and the descriptor will show your local council's name rather than the words Council Tax. The amount depends on your property's band and your local authority.

COUNCIL TAX is how this charge may appear on your bank or card statement.

How Do I Cancel a COUNCIL TAX Charge?

  1. Identify the charge: Confirm the charge is from Council Tax by checking your email for a receipt or logging into your account on their website.
  2. Cancel a recurring payment: If this is a recurring payment you no longer want, log in to your Council Tax account and cancel it in your account settings before the next billing date.
  3. Contact the merchant: If you recognise the merchant but have a question about the charge, contact Council Tax directly using the details on this page.
  4. Contact your bank: If the merchant does not resolve the issue, contact your bank or card issuer using the number on the back of your card. They can explain what options may be available and what information they need.

What Other Names Does Council Tax Use on Bank Statements?

Council Tax may also appear on your statement as:

Frequently Asked Questions About COUNCIL TAX

What is COUNCIL TAX on my bank statement?

COUNCIL TAX is a bank statement transaction code that may relate to Council Tax, which is listed in the Government category. Council Tax is the local authority charge that funds services such as bins, roads and social care. It is usually paid in 10 or 12 monthly instalments by Direct Debit, and the descriptor will show your local council's name rather than the words Council Tax. The amount depends on your property's band and your local authority. This descriptor appears because banks display a shortened payment code instead of the full company name.

Why is COUNCIL TAX on my bank statement?

COUNCIL TAX is how this charge may appear on your bank or card statement.

How do I cancel COUNCIL TAX?

If this is a recurring payment you no longer want, log in to your Council Tax account and cancel it in your account settings before the next billing date. If you recognise the merchant but have a question about the charge, contact Council Tax directly using the details on this page. If you do not recognise this entry, contact your bank or card issuer and ask them to confirm the transaction and merchant details. Only you and your bank can confirm whether a payment was authorised.

Related charges

For more information about Council Tax and all its known transaction codes, visit the Council Tax merchant page.