Millions may be entitled to TV Licence refund – ‘up to £155’

People who no longer need a separate TV Licence after a change in their living arrangements may be able to reclaim the unused portion of its cost. This could apply, for example, when someone moves in with a partner or family member whose home already has a suitable licence.

Refunds are based on complete unused calendar months, so the full fee cannot be reclaimed once a licence has started. The article gives the maximum refund as £155.37, or eleven-twelfths of the fee, and says applicants must have at least one complete month left. Claims can be made online or by phone, including in some cases for licences that expired up to two years ago, with evidence needed for backdated claims.