If you live in Dubai or are a tourist who’s new to the city but has been following the trends, you would remember there are a number of paid parking zones scattered around the emirate. With 2026 already underway, there are new paid parking zones in Dubai being rolled out in the city that you should be aware of before going about your day.
Parkin has been rolling out new paid parking zones across residential, commercial and very busy areas with clear road signages and new zone codes to help you easily navigate parking within the city’s diverse neighborhoods. If you’re wondering how you could find your way around these new zones, this piece will serve as a comprehensive guide to the new parking areas in Dubai.
Dubai New Paid Parking Zones 2026
According to Gulfbuzz, Dubai has applied key changes to paid parking in certain areas in 2026. Below are some of the notable areas to watch out for.
Supermarket Parking Zones
Some parking zones are being introduced in popular shopping zones in the city like Spinneys and Waitrose. The selected locations will be managed by Parkin, and will fall under regulated parking zones within the emirate. Payments will be through their app with clear signs to indicate the right locations to park.
Here are the Spinneys locations with new parking zones:
- Trade Center Road
- Karama
- Motor City
- Al Meydan
- Umm Suqeim
New Waitrose locations with paid parking:
The new parking locations are clearly delineated with clear signboards to help you navigate parking in these areas. Always verify parking locations before using them to avoid fines or disputes.
Sports City, Studio City and Outsource City
New codes and parking areas that fall under regulated parking zones have been assigned to some popular communities in Dubai. These new areas for parking in Dubai are paid with clear signage showing tariffs and designated timings.
Parking zones and codes:
- Dubai Studio City & Outsource City – Code T
- Dubai Sports City – Code S
- Academic City – Code F
Upcoming Parking Zones at International City
Dubai International City is also officially rolling out paid parking spaces in the area.
As of now, these are the notable changes:
- Paid parking will begin from February 1, 2026
- New signage are already being installed in different locations
Each area has a designated code, ensure you verify the codes from the signboards before choosing where to park in these areas.
Al Jaddaf and Mirdif Parking Zones
More structured residential parking is also coming to Al Jaddaf and Mirdif. Like other neighborhoods, they’ll feature signs with specific parking zone codes that you need to take note of when parking.
- Al Jaddaf – Zones 326C & 326D
- Mirdif – Zones 251C & 251D
What’s noteworthy is that parking in these areas comes with variable rates which depend on timing. The zones use peak and non-peak pricing, so always stay updated with the daily changes in these locations.
Parking at Mosques (MP & M Codes)
Parking around mosques is now managed under MP & M codes in several destinations, including Al Qusais.
Even though parking are now regulated in these zones, there are some things to take note of:
- Parking is free during prayer times
Paid parking is the order of the day after prayer times and you should take note of the times when you’re parking. Be sure to also keep track of the codes and parking times on the signs.
Al Sufouh 2 & Gate Avenue – Al Khail
In this region, a couple of notable areas have received new parking updates as well.
Here are the key changes to note:
- Al Sufouh 2 – Zone F
- Gate Avenue, Al Khail – Zone 365N (This has now become a 24-hour paid parking zone)
What to Always Remember About the New Paid Parking Zones in Dubai
Significant updates to parking in the city of Dubai has been rolled out towards the end of 2025 and presently in 2026. Whether you own a car or you’re navigating the city’s dynamic landscape through a car hire in Dubai, here are some key things to remember about the new parking zones:
There are new parking codes in the different regions: F, S, T, W, WP, MP.
Newly updated signage showing the various zone codes and timings. Always take note of the signs and make inquiries before parking
There are peak and non-peak hour charges in some areas. If you’re parking in high-traffic areas, these are things to take note of.
An online car rental from Beno helps you navigate Dubai’s busiest areas with convenience. You can use traffic apps while driving in these areas to highlight various parking zones and then use the designated signboards and codes to choose parking locations.
FAQs
- When does paid parking start?
For places like International City, paid parking has been announced to commence from February 1, 2026.
Paid parking timing will vary across locations but most will operate from 8am to midnight.
- Is there still free parking?
Yes, there’s paid parking across different locations in the city. You can verify these free hours and locations before parking.
- What is the "Variable Tariff" system?
This just simply implies that some areas now use peak (8-10 AM, 4-8 PM) and off-peak pricing to manage high demand in locations with very busy traffic.
- Where else is paid parking being added?
New paid zones are being introduced in places like Al Jaddaf (Zones 326C, 326D), Mirdif (Zones 251C, 251D), Al Khail Gate (Zone 365N - 24-hour paid parking), Academic City, and Sports City.
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