When will I receive the government electricity credit?

Eligible customers will have the second credit applied to their account by 9 January 2025.

A scheme has been approved by the government to credit all eligible residential electricity customers with €250, in two €125 (incl. VAT) instalments. This will apply to both bill pay and Pay As You Go (PAYG) customers.  

The credits will be applied to customer's accounts in two payment periods: 

  • The first occurring between 1 November 2024 – 31 December 2024 
  • The second occurring between 1 January 2025 – 28 February 2025 

Eligible customers will have the second credit applied to their account by 9 January 2025.

Customers with an online account will be able to see the credit in the 'Bills and Transactions' tab on their account dashboard whenever it’s applied. If you don’t have an online account, you can register here. Customers can also see the credit on their next bill after the credit has been applied. 

Pay As You Go customers 

When your credit is available, Bord Gáis Energy will send you an SMS. If we don't have your mobile number, we'll send you a letter. After you receive your SMS/letter, you'll then be required to top up your PAYG meter by a minimum of €10. Click here for more information on how to receive your credit.