Biller name
BVU Authority
HQ: Bristol, VA
Legal name
BVU Authority
Website
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BVU Authority Account & Billing Support
| Department | Number / Channel |
|---|---|
| Local Main | 276-669-4112 |
| Business | 276-669-4114 |
| Toll-Free | 866-835-1288 |
Retrieved July 2026 · Source: bvua.com/contact/webforms/contact ·bvua.com/contact · current departmental phone numbers and hours of operation.
About BVU Authority
BVU Authority was created in 2010 through the conversion of Bristol Virginia Utilities. The Authority provides electric, water, and wastewater services.
BVU Authority bills commonly include electricity usage charges, fuel cost adjustments, water consumption fees, and wastewater service charges. Deferit is unaffiliated with BVU Authority.
How to Pay Your BVU Authority Bill
- Online: Pay online at the customer portal at bvua.com.
- Phone: Call 866-835-1288 and select Option 2 to pay by phone.
- Mail: Mail payment to P.O. Box 868, Abingdon, VA 24211-0868.
- In-Person: Pay at drop box and kiosk at 15022 Lee Highway, Bristol, VA 24202.
- With Deferit: pay now and split into 4 installments, once every two weeks. Learn more →
Payment Methods & Addresses
Retrieved July 2026 · Source: bvua.com/billing-payments/pages/pay-mail ·bvua.com/billing-payments/pages/pay-phone ·bvua.com/billing-payments/pages/pay-online-0 ·bvua.com/billing-payments/pages/pay-person.
Need to split your BVU Authority bill into installments?
Retrieved July 2026 · Source: bvua.com.
| BVU Authority payment arrangement |  Deferit | |
|---|---|---|
| How to access | Check BVU Authority's online account, payment portal, or customer support team for available payment arrangement options. | Sign up, take a picture of your bill, and Deferit pays it on your behalf. Online or in app. |
| Maximum split | If BVU Authority offers payment arrangements, limits are set by BVU Authority based on your account status. We couldn't verify a published maximum split. | 4 installments, once every two weeks, up to your Deferit balance |
| Eligibility & approval | Decided by BVU Authority at request time based on account status | Monthly Deferit membership, no lock-ins. Cancel anytime. |
| Fees & interest | Fees and interest were not published in the sources reviewed. Check BVU Authority's payment portal or support team before setting up an arrangement. | Monthly Deferit membership plus a $0.99 processing fee per bill. No interest. No late fees on eligible Deferit memberships.* |
| If you miss a payment | Missed-payment consequences are set by BVU Authority and may include late fees, service interruption, or collection activity depending on your account. | You can reschedule a repayment date in the app before it's due. Late fees may apply depending on your Deferit membership.* |
| Works for | BVU Authority bills only | BVU Authority and most other US household bills |
| Learn more → |
*No late fees feature included with Max and Ultra memberships. Installments on the Lite membership may incur late fees if overdue. See Membership terms for details.
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Common Questions About BVU Authority
Can I use Deferit to pay my BVU Authority bill? ›
Yes. Enter your BVU Authority bill amount in Deferit and we pay BVU Authority in full right away. You repay us in 4 bi-weekly installments.
What payment methods does BVU Authority accept? ›
BVU Authority typically accepts online payments via credit card, debit card, or bank transfer. Visit bvua.com or contact their support team for the most up-to-date options.
Does BVU Authority offer autopay? ›
Most billers offer automatic payment to help avoid late fees. Visit BVU Authority's website or app to check whether autopay is available and how to enroll.
What do I do if I can't pay my BVU Authority bill on time? ›
Contact BVU Authority directly to ask about payment arrangements or hardship assistance programs. Deferit can also help — split your bill into 4 payments to ease the immediate financial pressure.
Updated: July 2026