E-ZPass is a well-regarded automated toll collection system that seamlessly allows individuals and businesses to pay tolls in Maryland, US. Owners of E-ZPass can also use the technology within other US territories, provided that the relevant toll booths support payments via E-ZPass.
The E-ZPass system comes with two different components that work harmoniously with each other. These include an electric transponder (or tag), which is mounted on your vehicle’s license plate or windscreen, and an overhead antenna at the toll facility. Every time you decide to travel through a participating toll facility (that supports E-ZPass), the overhead antenna will analyse the transponder present in your vehicle and thereby deduct the requisite amount of the toll fee from your prepaid E-ZPass account.
In Maryland, you can obtain two types of E-ZPass tags or transponders – one being windshield-mounted ones that come free of cost and the other being licence plate-mounted ones that are available for a very modest fee. It should be known that there are no annual or monthly fees attached to using E-ZPass for Maryland residents. However, residents who are out-of-state and have fewer than three trips per month at Maryland toll facilities will have to shell out a monthly maintenance fee.
What are the Requirements?
Any vehicle owner (including two-wheelers) who is a resident of Maryland would be able to apply for an E-ZPass Maryland account without any monthly charges. However, people who are non-residents of Maryland have to pay a maintenance fee of $1.50 per month. This aforementioned maintenance fee will be waived if the account uses Maryland toll facilities at least three times per month. Additionally, it should be known that account maintenance charges are non-refundable.
What are the Steps to Buy a Pass and Add Money?
If you are planning to sign up for an E-ZPass Maryland account online, then you can follow the recommended steps below judiciously.
- Start your sign-up process by heading over to the official website here.
- On the landing page, proceed to accept the terms and conditions, and then hit “Continue”.
- The primary step involves creating an account with a security PIN and three different types of security questions.
- In the next step, you have to provide personal information, which will be followed by vehicle information.
- After that, you have to confirm the billing process and then confirm your selected choices.
- Lastly, you have to pay for the order online and then proceed to obtain the receipt as proof.
Upon signing up for E-ZPass Maryland, your transponder will be mailed to your address within the subsequent 5-7 business days free of cost. Alternatively, you can purchase a prepackaged E-ZPass On-The-Go transponder from a participating retailer. Find the list of participating retailers here.
Do keep in mind that On-The-Go transponders come pre-loaded with $25, which will be applied to your toll usage. Also, do not forget to register your transponder on the official website within seven days of first use. Once your On-The-Go transponder is registered, it will work just like a traditional E-ZPass.
With that being said, if you are looking to add money to your depleted E-ZPass account balance, then follow the steps provided below for a seamless experience.
- Proceed to first log in to your E-ZPass Maryland account here.
- Once logged in, head over to your account payment methods, and from there you can set up automatic payments using your credit card.
Private E-ZPass users will get their accounts replenished once the balance falls below the re-billing threshold. However, business E-ZPass users will get their accounts replenished when the balance reaches 25 per cent of the total advance payment. Additionally, replenishment amounts will be further adjusted based on your average monthly usage.
You can also add money to your E-ZPass Maryland account by paying via cheque or money order to either one of the customer care centres or by mailing the same at Maryland Service Center, P.O. Box 5060, Middle River, MD 21220-5060. You can also pay with cash at one of the aforementioned customer care centres.
Expect a delay of 24-48 hours when paying with cash for the funds to become available in your account for use. Lastly, you can either check your account balance by logging into your account or by dialing 1-888-321-6824. Phone lines are open from 7 AM to 8 PM on weekdays and from 8 AM to 2 PM on Saturdays.
What are the Steps to Pay For Violations?
Any charges associated with roadside violations can be paid by following the below-mentioned steps.
- First, you need to visit the official website here.
- Under “Pay Notice Of Toll Due Or Citation,” enter your mailing number and ZIP code.
- The online system will retrieve details of the violation and the due toll amount. Proceed to pay the same online and obtain a receipt as proof.
