Heathrow Terminal Drop-Off Charge
Every vehicle that enters a Heathrow terminal drop-off zone is charged £7, read automatically by cameras (ANPR). There are no barriers — you drive in, drop off, and drive away, and the charge lands on your account to pay later. That pay-later design is exactly why so many people forget and get fined.
The charge applies at all terminals and to every driver, including taxis and private-hire. There's no free grace period at the forecourt — the moment you enter the zone, the £7 is due.
Typical charge
£7.00
Fine if you forget
£80.00
Pay-by deadline
By midnight the day after you drop off. Miss it and an £80 Parking Charge follows.
How to pay it yourself
- 1Go to the official Heathrow drop-off charge site (operated by APCOA).
- 2Enter your number plate and pay the £7 charge.
- 3Set up their AutoPay if you use Heathrow often — or let Snaptoll pay it automatically.
What happens if you don't pay
An £80 Parking Charge (reduced to £40 if paid within 14 days). A single £7 drop-off can become an £80 fine.
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Frequently asked questions
How much is the Heathrow drop-off charge?
£7 per visit to any terminal drop-off zone (as of 2026), read by ANPR cameras with no barrier.
How long do I have to pay the Heathrow drop-off charge?
Until midnight on the day after you drop off. There's no reminder — the responsibility to pay on time is entirely yours.
What's the fine for not paying?
An £80 Parking Charge, halved to £40 if you pay within 14 days.
How does Snaptoll handle the Heathrow drop-off charge?
Register your plate once and we pay every Heathrow drop-off automatically before the deadline — you never log in and never risk the £80 fine.