ATOL renewals for 2026 opened on the CAA portal earlier this week, and, notably, the CAA has introduced reduced renewal fees for those who submit their applications early.
ABTOT ATOL Franchise holders (up to 1,000 passengers)
- On or before 1 August 2026: £630
- After 1 August but by 31 August 2026: £750
- On or after 1 September 2026: £869
ABTOT ATOL Franchise holders (over 1,000 passengers)
- On or before 1 August 2026: £1,373
- After 1 August but by 31 August 2026: £1,931
- On or after 1 September 2026: £2,240
Small Business ATOL – potential fee reductions
| Application timing | Direct Debit maintained (CAA & APC) | Direct Debit not maintained |
| On or before 1 August 2026 | £798 | £962 |
| After 1 August but before 1 September 2026 | £1,255 | £1,329 |
| From 1 September 2026 | £1,421 | £1,542 |
Standard ATOL
| Application timing | Direct Debit maintained (CAA & APC) | Direct Debit not maintained |
| On or before 1 August 2026 | £1,211 | £1,373 |
| After 1 August but before 1 September 2026 | £1,690 | £1,931 |
| From 1 September 2026 | £1,960 | £2,240 |
The message from the CAA is clear: early submission pays – literally.
Submitting your renewal application ahead of the August deadline not only reduces fees but also provides more time to address any issues that may arise during the review process. Conversely, leaving submissions until September increases both the cost and the risk of delays or complications