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Set up a direct debit for business rates

Set up a direct debit for a safe and hassle free way of paying your business rates.

Choose to pay weekly, fortnightly or monthly.
We'll tell you in advance how much will come out of your account and confirm when.
Cancel your direct debit any time if you'd like to pay another way.

How to set up the direct debit

Complete the direct debit form below and return it to us:

Business rates direct debit mandate (PDF, 169 KB)

Contact Business rates

Email businessrates@durham.gov.uk
Telephone 03000 268 997

Document downloads

Privacy notice - business rates (PDF, 39 KB)(opens new window)