When is the ETC fee deducted after passing the highway?
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After passing the highway, the ETC fee is generally deducted within 2 to 30 days. Except for the immediate deduction of ETC stored-value cards, ETC debit cards are usually deducted on a periodic basis. The efficiency of ETC fee deduction may vary in different regions. ETC is an electronic toll collection system that does not require stopping. ETC uses electronic payment methods, and the ETC non-stop toll collection system is an advanced method for road and bridge toll collection. The working principle of ETC is through microwave dedicated short-range communication between the vehicle-mounted electronic tag installed on the vehicle's windshield and the microwave antenna in the ETC lane of the toll station, using computer networking technology to perform background settlement processing with the bank, thereby achieving the purpose of vehicles passing through road and bridge toll stations without stopping to pay tolls.
I understand this issue because I frequently use ETC on highways. The ETC deduction usually completes within minutes to an hour after passing through, depending on the system processing speed and bank procedures, such as direct triggering of the deduction after signal detection at the entrance and exit. In most cases, I quickly receive an SMS notification or a push alert from the bank app confirming the successful deduction. However, sometimes delays of a few hours may occur due to signal interference, insufficient account balance, or system maintenance. It's advisable to regularly check transaction details using the ETC service app. Additionally, ensuring the in-vehicle ETC device is properly bound and avoiding overspeeding to prevent sensing issues can reduce hassles. After highway travel, I also make it a habit to check if the speed was reasonable to ensure smoother trips next time. In short, staying alert to notifications is crucial for safe driving.
