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I'm over 74 but the licence at my home is in someone else's name. Can I apply for a free TV Licence?
Yes. If you are over 74 and share your home with a licence holder who is under 74, you can still apply for a free TV Licence in your own name.
Before applying for a free licence we will need to update the details on the licence. Please call us on 0300 790 6117* so we can do this for you.
If you are applying when you are 74 and your application is accepted, you will receive your free TV Licence in the month of your 75th birthday.
Anyone aged 74 or over and receiving Pension Credit can apply for a free TV Licence. Pension Credit can be in the name of the licence holder, or in their partner’s name if they’re a couple and live at the same address.
If you or your partner don’t receive Pension Credit you’ll need to continue to pay for your licence.
More information about how to apply
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As the licence holder, can I transfer my licence to someone who is eligible for a free TV Licence?
*Calls to our 0300 numbers cost no more than a national rate call to an 01 or 02 number, whether from a mobile or landline. If you get inclusive minutes, calls to an 0300 number will be included free of charge.