Dubai parking fines
Updated 25 October 2026
Dubai's public parking is run by Parkin. Forgetting to pay costs AED 150, more than a whole day of parking, and overstaying costs AED 100. Here are the fines, when parking is free, and how to pay or dispute a fine.
Dubai parking fines
Street and open-air parking, as listed in October 2026:
| Violation | Fine (AED) |
|---|---|
| Staying longer than the maximum time, or after your ticket runs out | 100 |
| Parking without paying, or not showing the ticket where required | 150 |
| Parking on the pavement or in a no-parking area | 200 |
| Using a People of Determination space without a valid permit | 1,000 |
| Parking in a space reserved for someone else | 1,000 |
| Parking a car with no number plate | 1,000 |
| Showing a car for sale or rent in public parking without a permit | 1,000 |
Multi-storey car parks have their own list: losing the ticket or card is AED 150, parking outside the bays or blocking an entrance is AED 200, and staying longer than allowed is AED 500.
When you pay for parking, and when it's free
- Paid hours: 8 am to 10 pm, Monday to Saturday, in most zones. Some zones and multi-storey car parks charge 24 hours, as the sign shows.
- Peak hours are 8–10 am and 4–8 pm. In premium areas, such as Downtown Dubai, Business Bay, Deira and Jumeirah, peak parking costs AED 6 an hour before VAT (AED 6.30 with VAT since 1 June 2026). Off-peak prices didn't change.
- Free: 10 pm to 8 am, and all day on Sundays and public holidays, outside the 24-hour zones.
- Events: around big festivals, exhibitions and conferences, Parkin sets event rates in the surrounding zones, shown on signs.
How to pay a parking fine
On parkin.ae choose Pay Fines and search by plate (emirate, category, code and number), traffic file or fine number, or use the Parkin app. Parking fines also show with your other traffic fines, and unpaid ones must be cleared before you renew your Mulkiya.
How to dispute a parking fine
If you paid and still got a fine, the meter or app failed, or the sign was missing, raise a dispute in the Parkin app or on parkin.ae and attach your evidence: payment confirmation, dated photos of the bay and the sign. Parkin can refund a fine you already paid if the dispute succeeds. Do it soon after the fine is issued.
Never miss a fine again
Log fines in Benzeen_ and it reminds you before an early-payment discount runs out, next to your fuel, Salik and service costs. See the app.
Sources: Parkin, variable parking tariff; Gulf News, Dubai parking fines list (15 October 2026); Gulf News on VAT from 1 June 2026. Parkin and the RTA are the official record; fine amounts can change.
Questions
What is the fine for not paying for parking in Dubai?
AED 150 for parking without paying, or without showing the ticket where one is required.
What is the fine for overstaying parking in Dubai?
AED 100 in street and open-air parking. In multi-storey car parks it's AED 500.
Is parking free in Dubai on Sundays?
Yes, in most zones parking is free all day on Sundays and public holidays, and every night from 10 pm to 8 am. Zones marked as 24-hour still charge.
What are Dubai parking peak hours?
8–10 am and 4–8 pm, Monday to Saturday. Premium areas charge AED 6 an hour at peak before VAT, AED 6.30 with VAT.
Can I dispute a Dubai parking fine?
Yes, through the Parkin app or parkin.ae, with evidence such as a payment confirmation or photos. A paid fine can be refunded if the dispute succeeds.