On-line Payments

Frequently Asked Questions

 Is it safe to pay over the internet?

 What happens once I've given you my credit card details?

 What services can I pay for?

 How do I get in touch with you about paying online?

 How much Council Tax/Business Rates do I owe?

 Which Cards do you accept?

 What if my card is refused?

Is it safe to pay over the internet?

Yes, it's safe to pay over the internet. The information you send us is encrypted. This means that nobody can read it as it travels across the internet.

We will receive your credit details using a secure server. This means the transaction is encrypted between your machine and the authority's server. Furthermore, we will not store your credit/debit card details after we have processed your payment.

Traditional website addresses begin "http" - the address for a secure site will always begin with "https".

Once your credit/debit card details have been submitted to us and your credit/debit card company has approved the payment, the payment will be processed.

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What happens once I've given you my credit/debit card details?

Once you've sent us your credit or debit card details, and the payment has been approved, your account will be debited within two working days.

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What services can I pay for?

You can pay your council tax, business rates, sundry debts, housing rents, Dee Valley Water and North Wales Gas bills online, with the plan to incorporate all council payments online in the future.

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How do I get in touch with you about paying online?

Please email us at counciltax@wrexham.gov.uk or call us on (01978) 292000 if you have a query or experience any problems. Please note that we can only respond during office hours. Our offices are open to visitors between 8.45am and 5.15pm Monday to Thursday and 8.45 to 4.45 on a Friday or you can contact us by telephone between 8.30am and 5.30pm Monday to Friday.

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How much Council Tax/Business Rates do I owe?

In the course of time it is intended to enable you to view the amount outstanding on your account. In the meantime you should refer to your most recent bill or notice for the amount that is due. The amount you pay by debit or credit card is entirely your decision, but unless you pay the amount due, your account will not be up to date.

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Which cards do you accept?

You can pay by using Visa, Mastercard, Visa Delta, Switch or Solo. We do not accept Electron, American Express and Diners Club.

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What if my card is refused?

Cards are not refused by Wrexham County Borough Council, but payment may be refused by your bank or building society. If this occurs we advise you to contact your bank or building society directly.