Sharjah paid parking to resume from March 31 as free period ends

Sharjah: Sharjah City Municipality has announced that paid public parking will resume across the emirate from March 31, bringing an end to the temporary exemption period granted to motorists.

The Municipality confirmed that the free parking period has concluded and that the standard paid parking system will be reinstated in accordance with approved regulations.

The authority said the change will take effect on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, with parking fees applicable in all designated public parking zones across Sharjah.

Motorists and visitors have been urged to comply with the applicable parking rules and ensure that fees are paid using authorised channels. These include parking payment machines located in designated areas, SMS-based services linked to mobile billing, as well as official digital applications provided by the Municipality.

The Municipality stressed that the resumption of parking fees is aimed at regulating the use of public spaces and ensuring smoother traffic flow across the emirate.

It also warned that failure to comply with the parking regulations after the exemption period ends may result in fines and violations.

Residents can contact the municipality’s hotline on 993 for inquiries or to report issues related to parking services.