Paying my business energy bill
The easiest way to manage your business energy bills is through Direct Debit - It's simple and secure, and you may even save on cost depending on your account type. You can manage your account through online account.
You'll be able to find other ways to pay on your bill.
Not a business? Go to our British Gas residential website.
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Pay using your debit or credit card
Struggling to pay by Direct Debit?
Set up a Direct Debit
You could save on the cost of your energy when you pay by Direct Debit.
Simply log in to your online account to set up a Direct Debit. If you don't already have an online account, it's quick and easy to register - just have a bill to hand.
If your account number starts with BGL, you’re a British Gas Lite customer and you’ll need to pay us through a monthly variable Direct Debit. You can set up a Direct Debit through your online account. Chat with us if you need help.
Pay using your debit or credit card
Pay online using your debit or credit card - it's quick and secure.
We accept all major card types except for American Express. You can view the balance owing and select the amount you want to pay.
Struggling to pay by Direct Debit?
If your account number starts with BGL, you’re a British Gas Lite customer. When you set up your Lite contract you agreed to pay us by monthly variable Direct Debit.
To pay your bill quickly and easily before setting up your monthly variable Direct Debit, you can log in to your account to make a card payment.
If you can't pay by Direct Debit, please see the back of your bill for the full range of payments for your account type.
Youre a British Gas business customer If your account number starts with 60 or 67.
To pay your bill quickly and easily, before setting up your monthly variable Direct Debit, you can log in to your account to make a card payment.
If you can't pay by Direct Debit, please see the back of your bill for the full range of payments for your account type. Paying by another method will mean you're no longer eligible for a Direct Debit discount.
What happens if I don't pay my business energy bill on time?
It's important to pay your business energy bills when they're due to avoid falling behind with your payments and incurring late payment charges. Find out what we do when you have an outstanding balance.
There's something wrong with my bill
If you have a billing query or believe your bill might be incorrect, we’re here to help.
Help with paying your business energy bills
We understand that keeping up with payments can be if you face financial problems, we’re here to help. We may be able to help you set up an affordable payment plan that suits your business.
