Pay Your Business Rates
You can pay your Business Rates in a few different ways.
Direct Debit
It’s easier to pay your Business Rates by Direct Debit as it means:
- you don’t have to remember to make monthly payments
- It’s safe and secure
- You’re protected by the Direct Debit Guarantee
To set up a Direct Debit you’ll need:
- Your Business Rate account number
- Bank or building society name, branch and sort code
- Account number and the name(s) on the account
Not all accounts can be used for Direct Debits. If you’re not sure check with your bank or building society.
Online
Paying online is easy and secure using our 24 hour automated service.
You’ll need:
- Your Business Rate account number shown on your bill
- Your debit or credit card details
Phone
You can call our 24 hour payment service on 0800 953 5588. This is an automated phone service
You’ll need:
- Your Business Rate account number shown on your bill
- Your debit or credit card details
Bank or building society
You can set up a standing order or make payment via BACS.
You’ll need:
Account Name: Gloucester City Council
Account Number: 53093972
Sort code: 20 20 23
Payment reference: your Business Rate account number
Other ways to pay
You can also pay in the following ways but please be aware that your payment may take longer to reach us:
Post office or PayPoint
You can go to any Post Office or PayPoint store. You’ll need your bill with you as it has a barcode linked to your account.
Post
Send a cheque made payable to ‘Gloucester City Council’. Write your Business Rate account number on the back of the cheque.
Post to:
Gloucester City Council,
Revenues and Benefits,
PO Box 2017,
PERSHORE
WR10 9BJ