Dubai’s International City Introduces Paid Parking from February 1
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Parkin confirms fees, permits, and timings as residents prepare for the city’s first paid parking system.
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Dubai’s International City is officially going paid. Starting February 1, 2026, drivers will need to pay for parking in designated areas, with residential permits available for residents.
Paid Parking Rollout
Parkin has installed signboards across International City announcing the new system, prompting residents to take notice. The parking code for the area is 621Q, and fees will apply from 8am to midnight, every day except Sundays and public holidays.
Residential Parking Permits
Residents can apply for permits starting January 15, 2026, through the Parkin app or parkin.ae. Key details:
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One free permit per residential unit (only for units without existing parking)
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Additional vehicles require paid parking or a subscription
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Subscription options: 3, 6, or 12 months for hassle-free parking
Parking Tariffs
Fees are straightforward, with rates designed for short or long stays:
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30 minutes: Dh2
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1 hour: Dh3
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2 hours: Dh6
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4 hours: Dh12
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5 hours: Dh15
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6 hours: Dh18
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7 hours: Dh22
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16–24 hours: Dh25 maximum
Charges apply only between 8am and midnight.
What Residents Need to Do
Parkin encourages residents to apply early for permits or subscriptions to avoid fines once enforcement begins. Subscriptions let drivers “pay once and park hassle-free” across International City.