Public parking around the Muwaileh commercial area in Sharjah is now regulated with charges throughout the week, including public holidays. This decision was made to manage the high demand for parking spaces in this crucial residential and commercial district. Blue directional signs have been installed by the Public Parking Management of Sharjah Municipality across the area to inform drivers of the new operating hours and fees.
As Muwaileh experiences increased traffic from both residents and visitors, driven by its blend of residential and commercial activity, paid parking throughout the week has become necessary to ensure efficient use of parking spaces. To enforce this system, the municipality has deployed smart parking vehicles designed to monitor and fine vehicles that either fail to pay the required fees or exceed the ten-minute grace period. The fines for violations are set at Dh150 for non-payment of fees and Dh100 for exceeding the maximum allowed parking duration without paying.
Residents looking to park in the area can conveniently obtain parking permits electronically via the Sharjah Municipality website. Payment for these services can be made through the Sharjah Digital app, SMS services, or popular mobile payment options such as Apple Pay and Samsung Pay. The municipality has categorized parking users into two types – those who need short-term parking, ranging from one to two hours, and those who require long-term parking due to residency or work.
Short-term parking arrangements can be made via SMS, the Sharjah Digital app, or at parking fee machines, which offer payment options for short durations. For long-term users, a seasonal subscription permit can be obtained electronically, priced at Dh166 per month or Dh1,700 per year for two zones within the emirate. Yellow signs in parking areas indicate that the zone is subject to fees, with the possibility of free parking on Fridays or public holidays, while blue signs indicate that parking is always charged at specific times, even on holidays. Stay up to date with the latest news on this development by following KT on WhatsApp Channels.
