Updated 2026 · Complete guide

Rome ZTL fine: how much it costs in 2026

Official amounts, payment deadlines, 30% early-bird discount, how to appeal, and what happens to foreign tourists and rental cars.

2026 amounts — what you'll pay

Within 5 days (30% discount)
€83.00
Within 60 days (ordinary)
€118.00
After 60 days (surcharged)
up to €165

⚠️ Each camera crossed is a separate fine. 3 cameras = €249–€495.

Notified within
360 days
30% discount
5 days
Cameras
80+ gates
Appeal window
30/60 days

How to pay the ZTL fine

  1. 1. Online (recommended — discount applied)Roma Capitale portal or IO app with SPID/CIE. PagoPA payment, instant receipt. Enter the verbale number from the notification letter.
  2. 2. Post office / bank / tabaccheriaBring the PagoPA payment slip attached to the notice. Fee: €1.50–2.00.
  3. 3. InstallmentsIf the amount exceeds €200, request installments within 30 days of notification via the Roma Capitale online portal.

Fines for tourists & rental cars

Rental cars: the rental company receives the fine, charges the card used for the booking + €30–50 admin fee, and forwards you the verbale. Usually arrives 2–6 months after the trip — long after you've forgotten about it.

Private EU-plated cars: served through EUCARIS in your language with a translation of the verbale. No 5-day discount if delivered after that window.

How to appeal

To the Prefetto

Within 60 days. Free. Decision in 6–12 months. If denied, fine doubles.

To the Giudice di Pace

Within 30 days. €43+ court fee. Decision in 6–18 months.

Strong grounds: missing/hidden signage, double fine for the same crossing, hotel authorization not uploaded, ambulance or emergency, plate misidentification.

Avoid the next fine

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See also

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Frequently asked questions

›How much is a Rome ZTL fine in 2026?
€83 within 5 days (30% off), €118 within 60 days, up to €165 after. Each camera = one separate fine.
›How long do I have to pay?
60 days from notification. Within 5 days you get the 30% discount. After 60 days the surcharge kicks in.
›Do fines really reach foreign tourists?
Yes — through EUCARIS for EU cars or via the rental company (with a €30–50 extra fee). They arrive months later. Most tourists no longer connect the letter to the trip.
›Can I appeal?
Yes — to the Prefetto within 60 days (free) or to the Giudice di Pace within 30 days (€43+). Winning appeals need solid evidence (signage, double crossing, authorization).
›Does paying mean admitting fault?
No. You can pay to avoid surcharges and still appeal. If you win, you get refunded.
›What happens if I don't pay?
After 60 days: surcharge up to €165. After 180: enrollment with the Italian collection agency, vehicle hold, possible bank account seizure.