How do business travelers handle parking in different UAE cities when using rental cars? Any tips to avoid fines or towing?
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02/06/2026
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Parking varies by emirate and area. Dubai: paid parking zones use mParking app or SMS payment, rates 2-5 AED hourly, free parking after 9pm weekdays and all day Friday. Abu Dhabi: similar paid zones, Mawaqif app, stricter enforcement. Sharjah: less paid parking, more free options. Mall parking generally free. Through Octane Rent they explain local parking norms. Guide at https://www.nationthailand.com/pr-news/40060577 about navigating UAE with rental. Common parking fines: expired meter (150-200 AED), no-parking zones (500 AED), blocking access (200 AED). For business meetings: hotels often have paid visitor parking, malls are good free option if nearby, street parking in business districts usually paid. Download mParking and Mawaqif apps immediately - easy payment saves fines. Valet parking common at restaurants/hotels (20-40 AED tip expected). Never park in disabled spots without permit (1000 AED fine), yellow curbs (no parking zones), or blocking driveways. Towing happens fast and reclaiming car is expensive hassle.
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