Road user charges (RUC)

Published: 01 Oct 2009

Road user charges (RUC) are applicable to vehicles over 3.5 tonnes manufacturer's gross laden weight and all vehicles of 3.5 tonnes or less powered by a fuel not taxed at source.

This booklet includes detailed instructions for purchasing and calculating the charges payable for individual vehicles. It explains the main requirements of the Road User Charges Act 1977 and describes the administrative procedures to be followed.

RUC fees have increased on 1 October 2009.