Parkin adds free parking permits for these Dubai drivers

Dubai: Parkin is introducing several digital enhancements designed to make parking more efficient for residents, visitors, and businesses. The company’s latest update integrates multiple permit services directly into the Parkin app, allowing customers to manage parking access through one unified platform.

Osama Alsafi, Chief Operating Officer of Parkin, said the enhancements align with Dubai’s broader vision for smarter, more inclusive mobility. “As Dubai continues to set the benchmark as a smart and inclusive city, Parkin remains focused on enhancing the everyday mobility experience for residents and visitors,” he said.

Among the key updates are new permits and subscription options that extend convenience and cost savings. The Emirati Residence Parking permit provides one year of free parking for up to five linked vehicles, with access to public parking within a 500-metre radius of the registered residence. Senior Emiratis now benefit from three years of free parking across all public zones, covering categories A through D.

People of Determination can access free or tailored parking options depending on their status. Permanent permits extend to five linked vehicles with a three-year validity period. Temporary permits, valid for up to a year, support residents and citizens under medical committee approval. Tourists can also apply for short-term access lasting up to 60 days.

Special provisions now cater to individuals undergoing medical treatment, enabling free access to paid parking near medical facilities throughout their recovery period. GCC nationals residing in Dubai are eligible for one year of free parking for up to two linked vehicles, simplifying daily access within a 500-metre radius of their homes.

To streamline parking fee management for companies, Parkin has also launched the Business and Government Wallet. The solution enables organisations to centralise parking payments, define authorised vehicles, and set time-based usage limits.

According to Alsafi, this system was built to address the growing need among enterprises for simplified parking operations. “The introduction of our Business and Government Wallet supports organisations in managing employee parking more efficiently through a centralised, controlled digital solution,” he added.

He added that the new features improve accessibility for Emirati residents, senior Emiratis and People of Determination, while giving organisations a more efficient way to manage employee parking through a controlled digital solution.

With permits, payments and eligibility now handled in one place, parking is becoming another routine task Dubai drivers no longer need to think about.