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Rates & payments

Pay residential and business rates, or an invoice.

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Council rates

Rates & payments
Pay residential or business rates
You can pay rates online, over the phone, in person at a customer service centre, by cheque, money order or BPAY, or set up a direct debit.
Rates & payments
Apply for a pensioner rebate on rates
Eligible pensioners can receive rebates of up to 100% on their rates and charges.
Rates & payments
Notify us if your rates postal address has changed
You can update your rates mailing address with the City of Sydney by using our online form.
Rates & payments
Notify us if you’ve overpaid on your rates
Overpayment of City of Sydney rates can only be refunded if your account is in credit.
Rates & payments
Check or change a rate category or certificate
How to apply to have your property re-categorised, find out about mixed development land, postponed rates and combining the ‘lots’ on your rates notice.

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Our rates calculator can help estimate your rates for a full financial year.

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Payments

Rates & payments
Pay an invoice, fee or charge
Rates & payments
Pay residential or business rates