how to pay birmingham clean air zone
To pay the Birmingham Clean Air Zone (CAZ) charge, you usually either pay online via the official government CAZ payment service or by phone within a specific 13‑day window around the day you drove in the zone. If you miss that window, you risk getting a Penalty Charge Notice (PCN), which is much more expensive than the daily charge.
What the Clean Air Zone Is
- Birmingham’s Clean Air Zone covers the area inside (but not including) the A4540 Middleway ring road.
- Only non‑compliant, higher‑polluting vehicles pay; compliant vehicles can enter without paying.
Daily Charge And When You Must Pay
- Typical daily charges are around £8 for cars, taxis and small vans, and £50 for larger vehicles like HGVs, coaches and buses.
- You must pay for each calendar day you drive in the zone, from 00:00 to 23:59, and if a trip crosses midnight (e.g., 18:00–02:00), that counts as two chargeable days.
How To Pay Birmingham Clean Air Zone
- Online: Use the official UK Government Clean Air Zone payment service, selecting Birmingham and entering your vehicle details and date of travel.
- By phone: Call the government CAZ helpline (commonly given as 0300 029 8888) to pay or get help if you cannot use the online service.
Payment Deadline And Penalties
- You get a 13‑day payment window: up to 6 days before , on the day , or up to 6 days after driving in the zone.
- If you do not pay in time, a PCN is typically £120 , usually reduced to £60 if paid within 14 days of the notice being served.
Quick Practical Tips
- Check if your vehicle is chargeable using the government checker before travelling so you know whether you need to pay.
- If you drive in the zone often, some third‑party apps and services help you track and pay CAZ charges so you don’t forget and get fined.
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