Pay your council rent

Pay by bank transfer

Quote your rent reference number with all payments.

You can pay through your bank:

  • by phone
  • using online banking
  • by setting up a standing order

If you are making a one-off bank transfer, make sure your bank account is debited at least 5 banking days before your instalment is due.

Bank details

Use these details to make a payment:

  • sort code: 82 70 13
  • account number: 10000652
  • account name: The Highland Council
  • bank address: Clydesdale Bank, 15 Academy Street, Inverness, IV1 1JN

Page last modified: 17 November 2025

Welfare support

Get in touch for free, confidential help and advice on benefits you might be entitled to, support with money matters and personal budgeting advice.

Telephone: 0800 090 1004

What happens if I cannot pay my rent?

If you are unable to pay your rent, there are steps we will take to get in contact.

More on rent arrears

Housing Online

Register to access your rent account online. View recent transactions, such as payments you have made, as well as Housing Benefit and Universal Credit Housing Element payments. You can also access a paper direct debit to print off.

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