The Most Expensive Driver Licences in F1 for the 2025 Season
One of the most fascinating aspects of Formula 1 is the cost of competing at the highest level, and that extends beyond team budgets and car development. Every driver must pay an annual Super License Fee, which is directly tied to their performance in the previous season. The better they perform, the more they have to pay.
This system means that while rookies and lower-ranked drivers face relatively modest fees, top-tier competitors like Max Verstappen and Lando Norris must shell out staggering amounts. We’ve taken a closer look at how much each driver has paid for their 2025 Super License, ranking them from the lowest to the highest.
10. Pierre Gasly – £69,949
Pierre Gasly finished the season with 35 points, placing him among the more expensive midfield drivers. His fee suggests he had a competitive, yet inconsistent, year with Alpine.
9. Fernando Alonso – £105,655
Despite Aston Martin’s decline in performance, Fernando Alonso still managed 56 points in 2024. This means his Super License fee remains substantial, though it is lower than last year due to fewer podiums.
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8. Sergio Pérez – £224,020
Sergio Pérez had a turbulent season at Red Bull but still accumulated 123 points. His Super License fee reflects a solid, yet underwhelming, performance for a driver in one of the grid’s most dominant cars.
7. Lewis Hamilton – £362,262
The seven-time world champion scored 202 points, leading to a sizable Super License fee. While still a top performer, Hamilton’s cost is lower than some rivals due to Mercedes' relative struggles in 2024.
6. George Russell – £473,428
George Russell’s 266 points placed him slightly ahead of Hamilton in both the championship and license fees. His growing consistency means he remains one of the more expensive drivers on the grid.
5. Carlos Sainz Jr. – £514,822
Carlos Sainz had a strong 2024 season, securing 290 points. His Super License fee is among the highest in F1, demonstrating his impressive consistency for Ferrari.
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4. Oscar Piastri – £518,367
McLaren’s rising star Oscar Piastri scored 292 points, resulting in one of the largest Super License fees of 2025. His cost signals his growing presence at the front of the grid.
3. Charles Leclerc – £631,495
Charles Leclerc had a fantastic year, collecting 356 points. His fee is one of the biggest, confirming his status as Ferrari’s leading title contender.
2. Lando Norris – £665,199
Lando Norris enjoyed a breakthrough season with 374 points, making him the second most expensive driver on the list. His high Super License cost is proof of McLaren’s resurgence and his ability to challenge at the front.
1. Max Verstappen – £775,499
Once again, Max Verstappen tops the list, paying the highest Super License fee in Formula 1. With 437 points in 2024, his dominance on track translates into the most expensive license of any driver. The three-time world champion continues to set records, both in performance and financial c
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