Government Electricity Credit FAQs

As announced in Budget 2025, domestic electricity customers who meet the eligibility criteria will receive a total of €250 electricity credit (inclusive of VAT) in 2 instalments of €125 (€114.68 + VAT) between 1 November 2024 and 28 February 2025.

How do I qualify?

You need to be fully registered to an electricity supplier in the Republic of Ireland on the ‘effective dates’ for this credit. 

See CRU for full eligibility and details.

How do I sign up?

There is no need to sign up, the payments are automatically credited and will show when applied on bills.

Do I need to call Energia to get this credit?

No, there is no need to call us, the credits will be automatically applied between 1 November 2024 and 28 February 2025. You will see the credits on your bill after they are applied.

I am signed up to Level Pay, how will this impact my monthly payments?

Your monthly payments will continue as normal. We review Level Pay accounts to ensure the monthly payment is correct and will contact you to advise if we are adjusting your monthly payment amount.

What if my account is in credit?

If your account is in credit, the balance will move forward for future bills, if you are on level pay this will be factored into your review.

I have a PrePayment Meter; will I get the credit?

Yes, Energia Prepayment customers will receive the credit, we will contact you each time the credit is available to receive on your top-up code.