Apply for a temporary congestion charge permit
The list of permit types, terms and conditions, how to apply and how to prove you qualify.
Approved driving instructor
What you need to know
The free approved driving instructor permit allows unlimited travel through all six congestion charging locations during charging hours.
The permit only covers the car when being used to pick up and drop off students for driving lessons or a driving test.
- you are limited to 1 permit
- you can have up to 3 cars on your permit
- the permit must not be used for private travel
How long your permit lasts
Your permit will be valid for 12 months.
You cannot use your permit until we confirm that we have approved your application. Your permit will not be available to use until the scheme begins.
Who can get an approved driving instructor permit
To qualify:
- you must be an approved driving instructor (ADI) registered with the DVSA
- you or the driving school you work for must be the registered keeper of the car(s) on your application
What you need to get an approved driving instructor permit
You must provide the following evidence to support your application:
- a copy of your DVSA approved driving instructor registration
- the V5C (logbook) of each car on your application, showing that you or the driving school you work for is the registered keeper
Apply for an approved driving instructor permit
If you don't already have an account (for example, for your parking permit), you'll need to create one.
You'll need access to an email account to apply online. Need help setting up an email account?