How to Pay | PayByPlateMA – Massachusetts Toll Payments

Whether you have a PayByPlateMA account or just an invoice, here’s how you can quickly settle your toll payment:

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Pay a Toll Invoice (No Account Needed)

When you drive through a Massachusetts toll facility without an EZDriveMA account, you’ll receive a Pay By Plate MA invoice in the mail, typically 7–10 business days after your trip.
Your invoice includes toll charges plus a $0.60 billing fee.
You have multiple payment options:
- Online: Pay using your invoice number and license plate at the PayByPlateMA or EZDriveMA portal.
- Mail: Send a check or money order to: mathematicaCopyEditCommonwealth of Massachusetts EZDriveMA Payment Processing Center P.O. Box 847840 Boston, MA 02284‑7840 Make sure to include your invoice number on the payment.
- In Person: Pay with cash, debit, or credit at any EZDriveMA Customer Service Center.

If you already have a PayByPlateMA account, you can pay more conveniently:

Choose between prepaid or postpaid account types:
- Prepaid: You load a card or bank account with funds, and tolls are deducted automatically. When your balance falls low, the account is replenished automatically.
- Postpaid: You’ll be billed for your tolls every 30 days via your linked payment method.
With a registered account:
- You avoid the $0.60 invoice fee.
- You can view your toll history, manage license plates, and set up automatic billing.

Your Situation	What You Do	Where to Pay
Received a Pay By Plate invoice	Use invoice number & license plate	Online, mail, or in person
Have a registered PayByPlateMA account	Log in and choose prepaid or postpaid billing	Online portal only
Want account features (auto-bill, history)	Register and link a payment method	Online registration required

Invoices not paid by the due date may incur additional monthly fees, and prolonged unpaid balances can lead to DMV registration holds or collections.
Pay By Plate customers are not eligible for E‑ZPass discounts.

Occasional drivers or visitors: Paying by invoice is fast and easy.
Frequent drivers or residents: A registered PayByPlateMA account will save money and simplify your toll payments—with optional automatic billing, historical logs, and no invoice fees.

If you have questions about a toll invoice or account:

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