Are full time degree apprentices council tax exempt? 8 December 2020 at 2:41AM in Student MoneySaving 2 replies 96 views

atlas__

Looking to rent somewhere soon but wondered if this was applicable as I'm on a full time 3 year course.

poppy12345

atlas__ said:

Looking to rent somewhere soon but wondered if this was applicable as I'm on a full time 3 year course.

It depends on 2 things.

People on apprentice schemes

To show that you do not qualify as an adult for Council Tax, you’ll need a declaration from your employer stating that:

• you will not be paid more than £195 a week
• the training leads to a qualification accredited by a body recognised by the Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual) or the Scottish Vocational Education Council (SVEC)
• Link here. https://www.gov.uk/council-tax/who-has-to-pay
  

CIS

atlas__ said:

Looking to rent somewhere soon but wondered if this was applicable as I'm on a full time 3 year course.

An apprentice is never exempt from council tax, you are disregarded (if you meet the qualifying requirements) but the maximum applicable discount is 50%. The Class N exemption for students does not apply to apprentices.