Our Council Tax team is extremely busy at the moment and although we understand that delays in processing customer enquiries can be frustrating, we are asking that customers please bear with us during this busy time.

If you have contacted the team and are awaiting a reply, please be patient, we will be in touch as soon as we can.  If possible, please avoid contacting the team to ask for a progress update as this generates additional work and may delay your enquiry.


If you are moving home it is important that you tell us as soon as possible.

If you are moving into East Lothian from another area, or if you were not responsible for Council Tax at your old house, for example if you lived with parents, you should use this form.

Moving into East Lothian

If you are moving out of East Lothian, or you will no longer be responsible for Council Tax at your new home, for example if you move back in with your parents, you should use this form.

Moving out of East Lothian

If you are responsible for Council Tax and are moving from one East Lothian address to another, you should use this form.

Moving within East Lothian


Important information -  cost of living

With the cost of living increasing, many people are finding it difficult to cover essential daily living costs.

A range of measures are available to help people boost their income. Don't assume you're receiving everything you're entitled to, always check, and if you're still struggling or in doubt, get in touch.

Find out more: www.eastlothian.gov.uk/cost-of-living-support