Apply for Council Tax discounts and exemptions

You could get a Council Tax discount if you were looked after by a local authority in Scotland, England or Wales.

How to qualify

You could qualify if you're between 18 and 25 years old, attended children's hearings and were looked after at home, by relatives or in local authority care.

You might qualify for an exemption or reduction even if there are other adults in the property if they are disregarded or exempt for Council Tax purposes.

To show you qualify, we'll ask you for:

• your Council Tax account reference
• your name and contact details
• details about the property you are claiming a discount for
• details about the people who live with you
• proof that you are a care leaver; the leaving care or aftercare team from the local authority that was responsible for your care should give you a letter confirming that you're a care leaver

The following discounts are available:

• 25% discount if you live with another adult who does not qualify for a discount
• 100% discount If you're the only adult in the property

How to apply

Download a care leaver discount application form (DOCX, 41KB)

After you apply

It can take up to 6 weeks to process an application, as long as you've given us all the information we need. Your account will be updated and you'll receive an amended bill if you qualify.

If you do not qualify

Find out what you can do if you do not qualify.