Save Time with Virginia E-Z Pass
How and Where to Apply for the Money Saving Transponder
Aug 25, 2008
Virginia commuters can benefit from applying for the E-Z Pass transponder (after all, commuters can same time and money at the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel simply by using the E-Z Pass device). The Virginia Department of Transportation makes it easy for commuters to obtain the device by offering four ways to apply.
Before applying, for the E-Z Pass transponder, Virginia commuters must decide whether to sign up for a personal or business account.
- Personal E-Z Pass accounts are for individuals who own or lease cars, trucks, vans, RVs and motorcycles. Motorcycle owners should be aware that although they can obtain E-Z Pass transponders for motorcycles, the transponder is designed for an angled mount that works best with vehicles. While it may work on a motorcycle, achieving the proper angle might be tricky. Therefore, the Virginia Department of Transportation wants motorcycle owners to understand that they are mounting the device at their “own risk and liability .”
- Commercial E-Z Pass accounts are for businesses that register their vehicles in the business name and/or own vehicles that weigh in excess of 7000 pounds in gross vehicle weight and/or operate vehicles with more than two axles.
Upon making a decision as to which account works best, commuters have four options for applying for the Virginia E-Z Pass.
Apply for an E-Z Pass Transponder Online
Visit the Virginia E-Z Pass website and select “Create Account.” Choose either the “Personal Account or Commercial Account application option, agree to the E-Z Pass Customer Service Agreement then complete the online application. Be prepared by having the year, make, model and license plate number for each vehicle. The application also requires a valid credit card, which is used to fund the E-Z Pass account.
Order the E-Z Pass Device via Mail or Fax
Applicants have the option to apply for the E-Z Pass device by mail or fax. Visit the website and download the PDF application. After printing and completing the application, either mail it to E-Z Pass Customer Service Center at P.O. Box 1234, Clifton Forge VA 24422 or fax it to 540 862-849.
Apply for E-Z Pass over the Phone
For commuters who don’t have access to the Internet and prefer to apply for the E-Z Pass device over the phone, call the Customer Service Center at 1-877-762- between the hours of 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. Monday through Friday. Customer service representatives are ready and available to process applications over the phone.
Pick up an E-Z Pass in Person
Virginia commuters can pick up an E-Z Pass transponder by visiting one of the three Customer Service Centers. With offices located in Gloucester Point, Herndon and Richmond, commuters can complete the application and obtain the E-Z Pass transponder in person. Visit the Virginia E-Z pass website to find out the exact address and directions to each location.
Accepted in States other than Virginia
Virginia E-Z Pass commuters can enjoy the benefits of the transponder in Illinois, Indiana, West Virginia, Maryland, Delaware, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Maine.
