TV Licence Cost Calculator
Work out your TV Licence cost for 2025/26 — £174.50 a year for a colour licence — broken down by month, week and day, with the blind 50% concession.
TV Licence cost breakdown
2025/26 fee £174.50 (colour).
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How much is the TV Licence?
You need a TV Licence to watch or record live TV on any channel and to use BBC iPlayer. From 1 April 2025 the standard colour licence is £174.50 a year; a black-and-white licence is £58.50. You can spread the cost monthly, but the yearly total is the same. This tool breaks the fee down to the month, week and day, and applies the blind concession.
The colour TV Licence costs £174.50 a year — about £14.54 a month, £3.36 a week or roughly 48p a day. People who are blind get a 50% concession (£87.25), and over-75s on Pension Credit can get it free.
2025/26 TV Licence fees
| Licence | Yearly | Monthly |
|---|---|---|
| Colour | £174.50 | ≈£14.54 |
| Black & white | £58.50 | ≈£4.88 |
| Blind concession (50%) | £87.25 | ≈£7.27 |
| 75+ on Pension Credit | Free | £0 |
Source: TV Licensing — fees and concessions, 2025/26.
Where it fits in your budget
At around £14.54 a month, the TV Licence is a small but regular household cost. Add it to the budget calculator alongside your broadband and energy bills for a clear picture of your monthly outgoings. If money is tight, check whether you qualify for Pension Credit, which can unlock a free licence at 75+.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a TV Licence in 2025/26?
A standard colour TV Licence is £174.50 a year from 1 April 2025. A black-and-white licence is £58.50. That works out at about £14.54 a month, or roughly 48p a day, for the colour licence.
Can I pay for my TV Licence monthly?
Yes. You can spread the cost by monthly or quarterly Direct Debit, or pay weekly or fortnightly with a TV Licensing payment card. The total over a year is the same as paying in one go.
Who can get a free or reduced TV Licence?
People aged 75 or over who receive Pension Credit can get a free TV Licence. Anyone who is blind (severely sight impaired) can get a 50% concession, paying half the standard fee. Residents in some care homes pay a reduced fee.
Do I need a TV Licence to watch streaming?
You need a TV Licence to watch or record live TV on any channel or service, and to use BBC iPlayer. You do not need one to watch on-demand services like Netflix, Disney+ or YouTube if you never watch live TV or iPlayer.
How much does the TV Licence cost per day?
At £174.50 a year, the colour TV Licence costs about 48p a day, £3.36 a week or £14.54 a month. The black-and-white licence works out at around 16p a day.