Do TV license inspectors have right of entry Ireland?

Annual reminder that Irish TV licence inspectors have a power to search your home—without cause, reasonable suspicion, or any oversight whatsoever—to see if you have a TV. It’s a vastly more extensive power of entry than the police have, it’s completely insane.

Who is exempt from paying TV Licence Ireland?

The licence is free to anyone over the age of 70, some over 66, some Social Welfare recipients, and the blind. The fee for the licences of such beneficiaries is paid for by the state.

Can I refuse to pay TV Licence?

You DON’T have to pay (unless you’re watching BBC iPlayer) You only need a TV licence if you watch or record TV as it’s being broadcast or use iPlayer – if you only use other catch-up sites, you don’t need one.

How much does it cost to buy a TV licence in Ireland?

Buy a Television Licence. If you have a television, you must have a TV Licence. An Post issues TV Licences on behalf of the Minister for Tourism, Gaeltacht, Culture, Media and Sport. A TV Licence costs €160 for both homes and businesses. You can buy a TV Licence using the following payment methods:

How much does it cost to pay a TV licence with direct debit?

Direct Debit Calendar. Direct Debit Terms & Conditions. Direct Debit Payment Options. There are four payment options. Annual – One annual instalment of the Full TV Licence fee (€160) Bi-Annual – Two six monthly instalments of €80. Quarterly – Four equal quarterly instalments of €40.

Where can I get a TV licence in Sligo?

You should contact the Department of Social Protection (new window) at LoCall 1890 500 000 to get an application form for the Households Benefits Package. Fill this in and return it to the Department, Free Schemes Section, Pension Services Office, Freepost, College Rd., Sligo.

When did SEPA introduce direct debit for TV licence?

A New SEPA TV Licence Direct Debit application and mandate form was introduced in November 2013. From this date onwards you must use this form when making an application to pay for a TV Licence through the TV Licence Direct Debit scheme.