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.

How do I appeal an APCOA parking fine at an airport?

Appeal to APCOA within 28 days citing your specific grounds, such as unclear drop-off zone rules or flight delays causing overstays. Include flight details and boarding passes as evidence. If rejected, escalate to POPLA.

Can I pay an APCOA fine at a reduced rate?

Yes, APCOA typically offers a 50% discount if you pay within 14 days of the charge being issued. However, paying the fine is treated as accepting the charge, so if you have valid grounds, appeal first rather than paying.

What is APCOA's appeal success rate?

While APCOA does not publish official statistics, around 40% of appeals to private parking operators are successful at first stage. Appeals escalated to POPLA have higher success rates, particularly for procedural errors or signage issues.

How to Appeal an APCOA Parking Fine

About APCOA Parking

APCOA is a major European parking operator with hundreds of UK sites, including airports, hospitals, city centres, and retail locations. They issue Parking Charge Notices for overstaying, not displaying a ticket, or parking in restricted bays, with charges typically £70 to £100.

Grounds for Appeal

Ticket machine failure: If the machine was out of order and no alternative payment method was available, this is a strong ground.
Signage deficiencies: Under the BPA Code of Practice, signs must be prominent and legible.
Compassionate circumstances: Hospital visits that ran over, medical emergencies, or other situations beyond your control.
Procedural errors: Wrong dates, times, locations, or registration details on your PCN.
Already paid: If you paid via an app and the payment didn't register in time, provide proof of transaction.

APCOA Appeal Process

Appeal directly to APCOA within 28 days, typically online through their website. If rejected, escalate to POPLA within 28 days for a binding decision.

Airport Parking Fines

APCOA manages many airport car parks. Common issues include unclear drop-off zone rules, payment terminal confusion, or flight delays causing overstays. Document everything and include flight details in your appeal if relevant.

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