Maybe you drove away, dropped off your friend, and thought, “I’ll pay later.” Then you forgot. It happens to the best of us—right up there with forgetting why you walked into a room.
Don’t panic. You have 24 hours to pay online. After that, the fine. So set an alarm on your phone called “DON’T BE A FOOL” and pay immediately.
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How to Actually Pay (It’s Easy)
At the barrier, you’ll see a machine that looks like a parking meter from the future. Tap your card—contactless is your friend—and boom, the barrier opens. It takes about four seconds.
Or you can use the Gatwick App. Download it, find the drop-off payment section, and pay from the warmth of your car. Just don’t tap while driving. Please.
