Transport for LondonHow to pay
By SMS
This service can only be used to pay for the charging day on which the message is sent.
To use this service you have to register with us.
Once you have registered for this service you can use SMS to pay by sending a text message to 81099 with the last four digits of your registered credit or debit card. You will be sent a confirmation message to tell you your payment was successful. You can use SMS to pay for your primary or any other vehicle.
Paying the Congestion Charge by mobile phone (PDF 57KB)
Terms and Conditions (PDF 49KB)
By phone
- In the UK call 0845 900 1234 between 06:00 and 00:30 Sunday to Friday and 06:00 and 22:00 on Saturday
- International +44 207 649 9122
- Textphone 020 7649 9123 (if you have impaired hearing)
If you have registered with us you will be able to pay automatically by keying in your customer number, PIN, date of travel, and payment details on a touchtone telephone.
At a shop
You can pay the charge in cash at newsagents, convenience stores and petrol stations where you see the Congestion Charging sign or the PayPoint Logo. Some retailers may accept payment by cheque and credit or debit card at their discretion.
If you register with us, you'll receive a Fast Track Card which makes it easier and faster to pay the Congestion Charge.
Find your nearest payment location (shop or self-service machine)
At a self-service machine
You can pay with certain credit and debit cards at self-service machines. These are located mainly in major public car parks within the charging zone.
Find your nearest payment location (shop or self-service machine)
By post
Download, print and fill out the payment form then post it to the address on the form. We must receive your postal payment 10 days before you intend to travel, to allow time for it to be processed.
