Ballot Entries: If you have a UK or international ballot entry, you can defer your place for any reason.

Good For Age & Championship Entries: You can only defer if you are pregnant or postpartum. Injuries and other reasons do not qualify for a deferral.

Charity & Club Entries: You must contact your charity or running club directly, as they have their own deferral policies.

The London Marathon organisers will email all eligible participants when deferrals open.

You can submit your deferral request through the Manage My Booking page.

Log into your Manage My Booking account.

Select the Deferral Request option and follow the instructions.

Choose the reason for your deferral (if required).

Once approved, your entry will be marked as deferred.

You will not be able to run in the current year’s event.

You will receive an email confirming your deferral status.

Next Year’s Entry Claim: A few months after the current year’s event (usually in April), you will receive an email with a link to claim your entry for the following year.

Payment Required: You must pay the entry fee again to secure your place.

Entry Deadline: You must claim your deferred place within the deadline provided in the email.

When do deferrals open? Deferrals open after the London Marathon organisers send an official email notification to eligible participants.

How long do I have to defer my entry? You can request a deferral until 48 hours before the event.

Can I defer if I have a charity or club place? No, you must contact your charity or club directly to check their deferral policy.

What happens after I defer? After you defer, you will receive an email the following year with instructions on how to claim your place and pay the entry fee.

Do I have to pay again next year? Yes, you must pay the entry fee again when you claim your deferred place.