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How do I get a refund if my account is in credit?

How to get credit refunded

The quickest way to get a refund is to visit our online request a refund tool. Alternatively, you can get in touch via web chatin the ScottishPower App or discover more ways to contact us.

If you have a live account, a refund can be issued if:

  • You are billed within the last 28 days.
  • You are billed to actual meter readings.
  • Your account balance is in credit.
  • Your combined electric and/ or gas balance is in credit.

It’s important to note that Direct Debit payments received within the last 5 working days cannot be included in the refund amount.

If you’re in the process of closing your account

If you have a credit balance on your final bill, you should receive your refund automatically within the following time periods:

  • By BACS within 5 working days of the bill date (if you are a Direct Debit customer and we hold active bank details).
  • By cheque within 10 working days of the bill date (if you are a Direct Debit customer and we don’t hold active bank details, or if you’re not a Direct Debit customer).

If you have not received your refund automatically within the timescales above, please get in touch via web chatin the ScottishPower App or discover more ways to contact us.

How do I request a refund if I pay by Direct Debit

With Direct Debit, we spread the cost of your energy evenly across the year. This means that you may build up a credit balance over the summer months, but it should even out over the whole year as you’ll use more energy in winter.

If you do use less energy than we estimate and you build up a credit balance, you can use this credit to lower your monthly Direct Debit amount. Or you can request a refund – but please note that your monthly payment amount may need to be reviewed.

If you still wish to get a refund, please read the section above titled ‘How to get credit refunded’.

How do I request a refund if I don’t pay by Direct Debit

If your account is in credit, you can use it towards your future bills, or you can have it refunded.

If you want a refund, please read the section above titled ‘How to get credit refunded’. Your refund will be issued by cheque.

When will I receive a refund for my final credit balance?

We will send you a final bill and, if your account is in credit, we’ll refund you automatically.

If you pay by Direct Debit and you have not cancelled your payments, we’ll refund you directly into your bank account.  Otherwise, we’ll send you a cheque.  Either way, your refund should be with you within 10 working days from the date on your bill.

If 10 working days has passed since your final bill, and you haven’t received your refund, the quickest way to get in touch is via web chatin the ScottishPower App or discover more ways to contact us.

I've moved home and have a credit balance – how and when will I get my refund?

We’ll send your final bill to your forwarding address, so it’s important to make sure you’ve provided this to us. This usually arrives within 10 working days of either the date of the move out, or the date we were notified of the move out.

If you’re due a refund, this can take a further 10 working days. If you pay by Direct Debit and you have not cancelled your payments, we’ll refund you directly into your bank account. Otherwise, we’ll send you a cheque.

If 10 working days has passed since your final bill, and you haven’t received your refund, the quickest way to get in touch is via web chatin the ScottishPower App or discover more ways to contact us.

What happens if there’s a credit on the energy account of a customer that is deceased?

If this applies to you right now, please accept our sincere condolences on the loss of your loved one.  We appreciate this can be a difficult time and want to reassure you that we’re here to help.

If a Direct Debit was set up and has not been cancelled, in most cases we will refund any credit directly into the bank account within 10 working days of the final bill. Otherwise, a cheque will be issued in the customer’s name, to be cashed against their estate, within 10 working days of the final bill.

If this is not suitable, you can contact us as we have options for ensuring any refund reaches the person who has taken responsibility. Our Bereavement Team are available on 0800 074 1986, between the hours of 9am and 5pm, Monday to Friday.

Last updated: 19 September 2024


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