How does CancelMyFine work?

Answer 5 simple questions about your parking fine, and our AI generates a formal appeal letter referencing relevant UK legislation. Pay £4.99 and download your letter as a PDF instantly.

What types of parking fines can I appeal?

We cover private parking charges (ParkingEye, NCP, UKPC etc.), council Penalty Charge Notices (PCNs), and police Fixed Penalty Notices (FPNs).

How long does it take?

The whole process takes under 2 minutes. Answer the questions, pay £4.99, and your PDF downloads automatically.

What if my appeal is rejected?

You can escalate for free. Private fines go to POPLA (BPA members) or IAS (IPC members). Council PCNs go to the Traffic Penalty Tribunal.

Who pays a parking fine on a rental car UK?

The rental car company will typically pass the parking fine to the renter along with an administration fee of £30-50. You are responsible for fines incurred during your rental period, but you can still appeal the underlying charge.

Can I appeal a parking fine I got in a rental car?

Yes, you can appeal the parking fine even though the vehicle was rented. The rental company will usually provide your details to the parking operator, who will then redirect the charge to you. Appeal within 28 days of receiving it.

How much do rental companies charge for parking fines?

Rental companies typically charge an administration fee of £30-50 on top of the parking fine itself. Some companies like Enterprise, Hertz, and Sixt have different fee structures. Check your rental agreement for the exact admin fee.

How to Appeal a Parking Fine for a Rental Car

Rental Car Parking Fines — Who Is Liable?

If you receive a parking fine while driving a rental car, the situation is complicated by the fact that the vehicle is registered to the rental company, not to you. Understanding how liability works is key to handling the situation correctly.

How It Typically Works

The parking operator sends the PCN to the registered keeper — the rental company. The rental company then either pays the fine and charges your credit card (plus an admin fee of £30–£50), or passes your details to the parking operator under the POFA 2012 hire firm exemption.

The POFA 2012 Hire Firm Exemption

Under Schedule 4 of POFA 2012, hire firms can avoid keeper liability by providing the hirer's details to the parking operator within a set timeframe. Once they do this, you become liable as the driver. However, the hire firm must follow specific procedures — if they don't comply exactly, liability may not transfer correctly.

Your Options

Appeal directly: If you believe the fine is unfair, appeal to the parking operator using the same grounds as any other motorist.
Challenge the rental company: If the rental company charged your card without giving you a chance to appeal, dispute this with them.
Check POFA compliance: If the rental company passed your details, check whether they followed the correct procedure and timeline.
Check the NtK: If you received a Notice to Keeper, verify it was sent in time and contains all required information.

Generate Your Appeal Letter

Rental car fine? You still have rights. Generate your personalised appeal letter in minutes with CancelMyFine — just £4.99. Visit CancelMyFine.co.uk for help with your rental car parking appeal.