Are taxis exempt from congestion?

Taxi and private hire vehicles (PHVs) Private hire vehicles (PHVs) are not exempt from the Congestion Charge. PHV drivers and operators need to pay the Congestion Charge if they travel within the zone during charging hours.

Are Uber drivers exempt from Congestion Charge?

Driving passengers around London can be challenging, especially when you're navigating the Congestion Charge Zone. As an Uber, PCO or private hire driver, you'll need to pay the charge like everyone else.

What exempts you from Congestion Charge?

This includes most combustion-engined cars on the road, including hybrids. Only zero-emission cars have been exempt from the Congestion Charge, such as electric vehicles and hydrogen fuel cell vehicles. However, from December 2025, even drivers of zero-emission vehicles will be required to pay the congestion charge.

Do taxi drivers have to pay the ULEZ charge?

London-licensed taxis are exempt from ULEZ charges. Older, more polluting taxis are subject to a 12 year age limit, with newer, cleaner taxis extended to 15 years. All newly licensed taxis must be zero emission capable (ZEC) vehicles.

Why are black cabs exempt from ULEZ?

Taxis are not in scope of the ULEZ because they are legally obliged to use a certain type of vehicle that is purpose designed for London's unique street network and fully accessible to wheelchair users.

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Do black cab drivers pay Congestion Charge?

Taxis. Taxis (black cabs) are exempt from paying the Congestion Charge when actively licensed by Transport for London.

How do you avoid ULEZ and Congestion Charge?

To make sure you never need pay, the easiest way is to simply ensure that your car meets what's called 'Euro Emissions Standards'. For petrol cars, they must be of Euro 4 standard or higher, for diesel cars it's Euro 6 or higher. Handily, all petrol cars on cinch are compliant with the ULEZ restrictions.

Does ULEZ apply to black cabs?

While licensed London taxis are exempt from ULEZ charges, older, more polluting taxis are subject to a 12-year age limit, with newer, cleaner taxis extended to 15 years. And all newly licensed taxis must be zero emission capable (ZEC).

How old does a car have to be to avoid ULEZ?

Classic cars exempt from ULEZ

Cars over 40 years old that are registered with the DVLA in the 'historic vehicle' tax class.

How do I know if I have to pay ULEZ or Congestion Charge?

London road user charging

You may need to pay the Congestion Charge, Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) and/or the Low Emission Zone charges to drive in London. Your number plate (Vehicle Registration Mark) will tell us which charges you need to pay. The Ultra Low Emission Zone has expanded across all London boroughs.

How do I know if I am exempt from Congestion Charge?

Who is exempt from the congestion charge? Zero-emission vehicles such as electric cars are exempt from paying the congestion charge, as are motorbikes. If you drive an EV, you need to apply for the Cleaner Vehicle Discount before driving into the charge zone. If you don't, you still need to pay.

Can Blue Badge holders be exempt from ULEZ?

Blue badge holders will need to pay the ULEZ charge unless their non-compliant vehicle qualifies for one of the following 3 grace periods. We've provided a brief summary of these grace periods here, but you should visit our discounts and exemptions page for full details, eligibility criteria and the online application.

Do I need to pay ULEZ if I have Blue Badge?

Blue Badge holders do not receive a discount for ULEZ because while Blue Badge holders may need to use a private vehicle, they do have a choice over using or nominating a ULEZ-compliant vehicle.

Is Congestion Charge free on Sunday?

The Congestion Charge is a £15 daily charge if you drive within the Congestion Charge zone 7:00-18:00 Monday-Friday and 12:00-18:00 Sat-Sun and bank holidays. No charge between Christmas Day and New Year's Day bank holiday (inclusive).

Do police cars pay Congestion Charge?

Answer. The answer to this question depends on what MPS officers are doing when they are in the congestion zone. MPS staff will be exempt from paying when they are driving an MPS vehicle shown as `nil excise" or `excise duty paid" by the DVLA. This will cover most of the `white" vehicle fleet.

Are police exempt from Congestion Charge?

There are two Congestion Charge exemptions and discounts which are available to the police, these being for all operational emergency vehicles and for vehicles where it has been identified and agreed that they are being used for essential policing purposes and no alternatives are available.

What is the oldest car that is ULEZ compliant?

Petrol cars that meet the ULEZ standards are generally those first registered as new with the DVLA after 2005, although cars that meet the standards have been available since 2001. Diesel cars that meet the standards are generally those first registered with the DVLA as new after September 2015.

Can you convert an old car to be ULEZ compliant?

How can I make my car ULEZ compliant? If your car is not ULEZ compliant, and you don't want to pay the daily charges, you might consider retrofitting a non-compliant van or car to meet the requirements of the zone. This can be achieved by either upgrading the vehicle's exhaust system or changing its engine.

Can I convert my diesel car to be ULEZ compliant?

Technically, it's possible to perform this conversion, but it's not always practical or cost-effective. In essence, to make your Euro 5 car compliant with Euro 6, you'd need to install a new exhaust after-treatment system. However, this upgrade can be pricey, and it doesn't guarantee your car will meet ULEZ standards.

Which car is free from ULEZ?

Cars that are free to drive in the ULEZ must be Euro 6 (diesel) or Euro 4 (petrol) compliant. That means low emission and zero-emission vehicles such as electric cars will not be charged. Hybrid cars aren't automatically exempt, as some models made before 2015 may not be ULEZ compliant.

Which diesel cars are exempt from ULEZ?

What is a Euro 6 taxi?

This means having CO2 emissions of no more than 50g/km and a minimum 30 mile zero emission range. First-time taxi vehicle licences are no longer granted to diesel taxis. ZEC taxis with petrol engines need to meet the latest emissions standard (currently Euro 6)

Can I check if I drove in the congestion zone?

How do I know if I drove in the congestion zone? You can check the congestion charge zone on the TFL website and this will inform you if you need to pay.

Will I be charged if I enter congestion area before 7am and leave after 7am?

The Congestion Charge operates 7am-10pm every day except for Christmas day. That means you can travel through the zone before 7am or after 10pm without paying the charge.

Can I leave my car parked in the ULEZ zone?

If you are parked but don't drive, you don't need to pay the ULEZ charge. The ULEZ is enforced by cameras that are able to read your number plate as you drive anywhere within the zone and will automatically detect whether or not your vehicle meets the ULEZ emissions standards.