The ORF household fee, which has been in place since 2024, is mandatory for all Austrian households - regardless of the possession of a receiving device. This regulation has been particularly criticised by the FPÖ from the beginning, and an abolition has been demanded.
ORF Contribution on the Verge of Termination: FPÖ Plans End of "Compulsory Tax"
22-01-2025, 11:38
The ORF household fee could be on the verge of being abolished: In the coalition negotiations between the FPÖ and the ÖVP, a possible abolition of the mandatory ORF contribution, which has been in place since 2024, is being discussed. This would relieve Austrian households by at least 183.60 Euros annually.
Possible Changes to ORF Contribution in Sight
The topic is on the agenda in the ongoing coalition negotiations between the FPÖ and the ÖVP on Thursday. According to media reports, the ÖVP is also open to a switch to budget financing. The ORF budget is expected to be cut from currently about 700 million to 500 million Euros.
The monthly ORF contribution will still be 15.30 Euros in 2025, plus state-dependent regional levies. The annual fee thus ranges between 183.60 and 240 Euros per household. Certain groups of people, such as recipients of the compensatory allowance, are exempt from payment. The guideline rates are 1,273.99 Euros for single people and 2,009.85 Euros for partnerships.
Warning of Scam Involving Refund of ORF Contribution
Currently, fraudulent emails are circulating promising a refund of ORF contributions amounting to 34.40 Euros. These phishing attempts aim to obtain bank account details. The ORF contribution service expressly warns against these messages.
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