Ratepayers across Omagh and the wider Fermanagh and Omagh District Council area will begin receiving their 2026/27 rate bills from Tuesday 1 April, with delivery continuing throughout the month.
For local businesses and households, this is an important point in the financial calendar. Rates remain a key cost to plan for, particularly for small businesses managing cash flow and operating costs.
What your rates pay for locally
The money collected through rates supports essential services that businesses and communities across Omagh rely on every day.
This includes health and education at a regional level, as well as vital local services such as waste collection, leisure facilities, tourism activity and economic development projects within the district.
What to expect on your bill
Your 2026/27 rate bill will include:
- A full breakdown of how your rates have been calculated
- Details of any rate relief or support applied
- Any outstanding balance carried forward
It’s worth reviewing your bill carefully to make sure all details are accurate, particularly if your business circumstances have changed over the past year.
Managing your bill online
From 1 April, ratepayers can access their bill through the Rates Online service.
This allows you to:
- View your bill securely
- Make payments quickly
- Update your details
- Check any reliefs applied
👉 Sign in or set up Rates Online
Support and reliefs available
A range of support schemes are available for both households and businesses.
For individuals, this includes Rate Rebate for those receiving Universal Credit and discounts for some pensioners.
For businesses in Omagh, there may also be support schemes available depending on your circumstances.
👉 Help paying your rates
👉 Business rate support schemes
Discount for early payment
Domestic ratepayers can receive a 4% discount if they pay their bill in full by Friday 8 May.
Flexible payment options
If paying in full is not practical, monthly instalments can be set up through Direct Debit.
If you’re struggling to pay
If you are concerned about paying your rate bill, it’s important to act early.
Land and Property Services (LPS) can provide guidance on support options and alternative payment arrangements.
👉 What happens if you can’t pay
What this means for Omagh businesses
With ongoing cost pressures, rate bills are another key outgoing to factor into your planning for the year ahead.
Taking time now to review your bill, check eligibility for support, and choose the right payment option can make a real difference over the coming months.
