Price change information
Helping you understand the latest price changes
Here's where you'll find a breakdown of what’s changing, why it's happening, and where you can find support and information if you need it. We’re committed to being clear and transparent.
What’s changing and when?
From 9 October 2026, Bord Gáis Energy will increase:
Electricity
- Electricity unit rates by 9.1%.
- Electricity standing charges by 7.2%.
- An average electricity bill will increase by 8.8%, an estimated €14.75 monthly*.
Gas
- Gas unit rates by 10.6%.
- Gas standing charges by 7%.
- An average gas bill will increase by 9.3% an estimated €11.67 monthly*.
- This is Bord Gáis Energy’s first gas price increase in four years, and we continue to offer the lowest gas standing charge in the market.
Important information for contract customers
If you're receiving a contract discount, that percentage won't change for the duration of your contract but the price will increase by the amounts shown. As a result of this price change, you have the right to terminate your contract within the next 30 days (from 9 September 2026). Your contract will continue if we don't hear from you within this period.
Check your changes
Increases in gas and electricity unit rates and standing charges will result in a typical residential electricity customer’s bill increasing by 8.8% or €14.75 per month and the typical residential gas customer’s bill increasing by 9.3% or €11.67 per month*. A typical dual fuel household bill will increase by 9.1% or €26.42 per month* .
*These figures are based on a typical annual consumption of 4,200 kWh for electricity and 11,000 kWh for gas (as defined by the Commission for Regulation of Utilities) and Bord Gáis Energy’s standard Urban 24-hour electricity tariff and standard gas tariff.
To see exactly how these changes will affect your costs, visit our Tariffs page. Choose your electricity and gas tariffs and discounts in the dropdown menus to see your new Estimated Annual Bill**.
**The Estimated Annual Bill is calculated based on annual average consumption value of 4200 kWh in electricity and 11,000 kWh in gas and your price plan with any applicable discounts.
Tariff informationWhy are energy prices increasing?
There are several factors driving this change:
- Continued increases in network charges
- Ongoing volatility in wholesale energy markets, including higher wholesale gas costs
- Broader inflationary pressures and the rising cost of supplying energy
While we've worked hard to absorb costs in the past, including absorbing network charges in 2024 and passing on two price reductions over the last four years, sustained increases in the cost of supplying energy mean we now need to adjust prices to reflect current market conditions.
Frequently asked questions about pricing changes
This section covers the most common queries about upcoming changes to pricing.
Higher network charges, continued volatility in wholesale energy markets and broader inflationary pressures are driving increased energy prices.
Bord Gáis Energy has announced a price increase for residential electricity and gas customers, effective from 9 October 2026. The changes are in response to sustained increases in the cost of supplying energy including higher network charges, continued volatility in wholesale energy markets and broader inflationary pressures.
Increases in gas and electricity unit rates and standing charges will result in a typical residential electricity customer’s bill increasing by 8.8%, or €14.75 per month* and the typical residential gas customer’s bill increasing by 9.3%, or €11.67 per month*. A typical dual fuel household bill will increase by 9.1%, or €26.42 per month^.
Click here to view the updated unit rates and tariffs. If you're receiving a contract discount, that percentage won't change for the duration of your contract.
Bord Gáis Energy has a range of advice services and supports in place to help customers. If you've concerns about paying your energy bill, see our FAQ Support with paying bills.
*These figures are based on a typical annual consumption of 4,200 kWh for electricity and 11,000 kWh for gas (as defined by the Commission for Regulation of Utilities) and Bord Gáis Energy’s standard Urban 24-hour electricity tariff and standard gas tariff.
^The PSO levy is to reduce to €0.51 (excl. VAT) per month from 1 October 2026. This has been reflected in the above calculations for electricity bills.
A typical dual fuel household bill will increase by 9.1%, or €26.42 per month.
Unit rates for electricity will increase by 9.1% while the standing charges will rise by 7.2%, from 9 October 2026. This will increase a typical bill for Bord Gáis Energy electricity customers by 8.8%, an average of €14.75 per month*.
Unit rates for gas will increase by 10.6% while the standing charges will increase by 7%, from 9 October 2026. This will increase a typical bill for Bord Gáis Energy gas customers by 9.3%, an average of €11.67 per month*.
For the Smart Dynamic tariff, the base unit rate will increase by 13.7% while the standing charge will increase by 4.7%, from 9 October 2026.
Click here to view the updated unit rates and tariffs. If you're receiving a contract discount, that percentage won't change for the duration of your contract. To see your unit rate with your discount included, use the dropdown above the unit rate cards.
If you've concerns about paying your energy bill, see our FAQ Support with paying bills.
*These figures are based on a typical annual consumption of 4,200 kWh for electricity and 11,000 kWh for gas (as defined by the Commission for Regulation of Utilities) and Bord Gáis Energy’s standard Urban 24-hour electricity tariff and standard gas tariff.
The increase to electricity and gas prices is effective from 9 October 2026.
The increase to unit rates and standing charges is effective from 9 October 2026. Click here to view the updated unit rates and tariffs. If you're receiving a contract discount, that percentage won't change for the duration of your contract.
Bord Gáis Energy has a range of advice services and supports in place to help customers. If you've concerns about paying your energy bill, see our FAQ Support with paying bills.
Yes, Pay As You Go customers will be affected by the price change.
The new Pay As You Go (PAYG) rates will apply from 9 October 2026. Click here for full details on the updated rates.
Electricity PAYG customers
When you buy credit, your receipt will include a 60-digit Power Code instead of the usual 20 digits. Please enter the full 60-digit code into your meter to update your electricity rate.
If you see a rejection message, such as 'Rejected Wrong Tar', please contact us on 01 611 01 01.
Smart PAYG customers don’t need to do anything – just top up as normal. The price change will be applied automatically from 9 October.
Gas PAYG customers
You don't need to do anything. The price change will be applied automatically the next time you top up your meter. The price change won't take effect on your meter until 9 October.
If you've concerns about paying your energy bill, see our FAQ Support with paying bills.
Bills will be split between consumption up to 8 October 2026 at the previous rates and consumption from 9 October 2026 at the new rates.
Your bill covers energy used before and after the price change on 9 October 2026. That’s why you’ll see two date ranges:
- Before the change – This shows your usage and charges at the old rates (up to 8 October 2026).
- After the change – This shows your usage and charges at the new rates (from 9 October 2026).
If your bill is more than one page, these details might appear across both the first and second pages.
Click here to view the updated unit rates and tariffs. If you're receiving a contract discount, that percentage won't change for the duration of your contract. To see your unit rate with your discount included, use the dropdown above the unit rate cards.
If you've concerns about paying your energy bill, see our FAQ Support with paying bills.
Are you on the right plan?
Your energy needs may have changed. Whether you're working from home, using more electricity in winter, or just want to reduce your costs, we can help you find a plan that suits your lifestyle.
- Check out our smart home products and services
- Review your energy usage in your online account
- Explore smart plan design around they way you live
Energy saving tips
We’ve lots of practical tips to help you reduce your energy usage and lower your bills.
- General energy-saving advice for your home
- Smart product recommendations
- Home upgrade ideas
Concerns about paying your bill?
We understand these are uncertain times. If you're struggling, please reach out. We’ll work with you to find a solution that suits your needs.
- Moving to Level Pay (spread your payments evenly over 12 months)
- Setting up scheduled payments (a recurring payment on a weekly or monthly basis, in addition to your existing payment method)
- Installing a Pay As You Go meter
- Setting up a payment plan
We offer a Special Services Register for gas and electricity customers who are particularly vulnerable to disconnection during the winter months, such as customers who have a disability, or those who are over 66 and living alone. If you wish to register for special services, please fill out our online form.
We also offer a Priority Services Register for electricity customers who are critically dependent on electrically-powered equipment, which may include life-protecting devices, assistive technologies, to support independent living and medical equipment. If you wish to register for priority services, please fill out our online form.
Customers can also contact the Money Advice and Budgeting Service (MABS), who provide information and assist customers with putting budget plans in place. MABS is a national, free, independent, confidential, and non-judgemental service for people in debt or at risk of getting into debt and it is funded by the Department of Social Protection. View their website for further information.
If you receive Social Welfare payments, you can spread the cost of your energy bills by paying regular amounts towards your bills. The money is then deducted from your weekly Social Welfare payment. You can avail of this through An Post’s Household Budget Scheme.
Certain social welfare and state pension recipients may also be entitled to the government's Fuel Allowance. A Fuel Allowance is a means-tested payment to help with the cost of heating your home during the winter months. You can get the Fuel Allowance if you're getting a long-term social welfare payment and are unable to provide for your heating needs from your own resources. The Fuel Allowance season normally begins in late September of each year and ends in April. See gov.ie for more information.
Common questions about payment
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