Parking and tolls
YesParking fees, toll charges, congestion charges, and ULEZ charges incurred on business journeys are deductible as business expenses. Keep receipts or screenshots of charges paid.
Common questions
Can I claim parking charges when I visit a client site?
Yes. Parking on a business journey is deductible. Keep the parking receipt.
Can I claim the London Congestion Charge or ULEZ?
Yes, if the journey was for business purposes. Keep records of when and why you entered the zone.
Watch out for
- Parking fines (PCNs) are not deductible. Penalties are never a business expense.
- Congestion charges on personal journeys are not deductible even if incidentally related to work.
HMRC sources
Last verified: July 2026 · Tax year 2026/27
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