Apply for a temporary congestion charge permit

The list of permit types, terms and conditions, how to apply and how to prove you qualify.

Disabled tax class vehicle

What you need to know

The free disabled tax class vehicle permit allows unlimited travel through all six congestion charging locations during charging hours. 

The permit only covers the car when being used in connection with or for transporting a Blue Badge holder or a mobility-related disability benefit recipient.

  • you are limited to 1 permit
  • you can have up to 2 cars on your permit 

How long your permit lasts

Your permit will be valid for 12 months or until your vehicle tax expires (whichever is sooner). 

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 a disabled tax class vehicle permit

To qualify:

  • your vehicle must have a disabled tax class status  
  • you must be the registered keeper of the car on your application

What you need to get a disabled tax class vehicle permit

You must provide the following evidence to support your application:  

  • the V5C (logbook) of each car on your application, showing that:
    • you are the registered keeper
    • the car has disabled tax class status

Apply for a disabled tax class vehicle 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?

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