# What are energy tariff exit fees?

> Quick answer · Last updated 5 July 2026

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## In short

Charges for leaving a fixed deal before the end date — often £50–£75 per fuel. You can usually switch penalty-free in the last 49 days of the contract.

Compare exit fee against savings from a new tariff over remaining months.

Standard variable tariffs typically have no exit fees.

Record contract end dates to avoid rolling onto costly default rates.

See energy switching guide.

## Related

- [Compare energy tariffs](https://moneyguide.org.uk/bills-utilities/compare-energy-tariffs-guide/)
- [Energy price cap explained](https://moneyguide.org.uk/bills/energy-price-cap-explained/)
- [Energy switching](https://moneyguide.org.uk/bills-utilities/energy-switching-guide/)

## Primary source

ofgem.gov.uk/information-consumers/energy-advice-households/energy-price-cap

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