# How do I apply for Council Tax Reduction in Wales?

> Quick answer · Last updated 4 July 2026

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## In short

Apply to your local council — search Council Tax Reduction on gov.wales or your council website. Have your Council Tax account number, income details and household information ready. Pension Credit Guarantee recipients usually get maximum reduction.

Each council runs its own scheme within Welsh Government guidelines.

CTR is separate from the housing element of Universal Credit.

See Council Tax Reduction Wales regional guide.

## Related

- [CTR Wales regional guide](https://moneyguide.org.uk/regional/wales-council-tax-reduction/)
- [Benefits in Wales](https://moneyguide.org.uk/benefits-tax/wales-benefits-explained/)

## Primary source

gov.wales/council-tax-reduction

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