{"id":32519,"date":"2025-05-01T09:48:50","date_gmt":"2025-05-01T09:48:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/?p=32519"},"modified":"2025-05-01T09:48:50","modified_gmt":"2025-05-01T09:48:50","slug":"full-guide-to-new-parking-system-at-dubai-malls-fees-fines-how-to-pay","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/full-guide-to-new-parking-system-at-dubai-malls-fees-fines-how-to-pay\/","title":{"rendered":"Full Guide to New Parking System at Dubai Malls: Fees, Fines &#038; How to Pay"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Two of Dubai\u2019s busiest shopping destinations \u2014 <strong>Mall of the Emirates and City Centre Deira \u2014 have introduced a barrierless parking system this year<\/strong>, designed to streamline visitors&#8217; experience. But if you don\u2019t play by the new rules, you could end up with a AED 150 fine. Here\u2019s a clear guide to how it works, how to pay, and how to avoid any unnecessary fees.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"western\">How the New Parking System Works<\/h3>\n<p>The new system uses Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) to track your vehicle\u2019s entry and exit time. Cameras scan your plate as you drive in and out \u2014 no ticket or gate barrier needed.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-32521\" src=\"https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/shutterstock_2258334237.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/shutterstock_2258334237.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/shutterstock_2258334237-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/shutterstock_2258334237-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/shutterstock_2258334237-150x75.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>If you stay within the free time, you can drive out without any charges.<\/li>\n<li>Exceed the limit, and you\u2019ll get a notification via SMS to the mobile number linked to your car.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You\u2019ll then need to <strong>pay via the Parkin app or parkin.ae, using Apple Pay, credit\/debit cards, or Parkin Wallet<\/strong>.\u00a0Frequent shoppers can activate AutoPay through the app so charges are automatically deducted from your wallet. If you don\u2019t have an account, there\u2019s a PayLater option.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"western\">Parking Fees at some of the Dubai Malls in 2025<\/h3>\n<h4 class=\"western\">Mall of the Emirates<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Free: first 4 hours (Mon\u2013Fri)<\/li>\n<li>AED 20: 4 to 5 hours<\/li>\n<li>AED 40: 6 to 7 hours<\/li>\n<li>AED 80: 7 to 8 hours<\/li>\n<li>AED 100: 8+ hours<\/li>\n<li>AED 200: Overnight (2 AM \u2013 6 AM)<\/li>\n<li>AED 3: Drive-through use<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-14198\" src=\"https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/shutterstock_248589364.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/shutterstock_248589364.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/shutterstock_248589364-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/shutterstock_248589364-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/shutterstock_248589364-64x32.jpg 64w, https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/shutterstock_248589364-480x240.jpg 480w, https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/shutterstock_248589364-150x75.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<h4 class=\"western\">City Centre Deira<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Free: First 3 hours (Mon\u2013Sat)<\/li>\n<li>AED 20: 3 to 4 hours<\/li>\n<li>AED 40: 4 to 5 hours<\/li>\n<li>AED 60: 5 to 6 hours<\/li>\n<li>AED 100: 6 to 7 hours<\/li>\n<li>AED 150: 7+ hours<\/li>\n<li>AED 350: Overnight (4 AM \u2013 6 AM)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 class=\"western\">How to Get Free Parking at Dubai Malls in 2025<\/h3>\n<h4 class=\"western\">1. Spending-based validation<\/h4>\n<p>Spend <strong>AED 150 or more at either mall and get a full day of free parking<\/strong>. Show your receipt or ticket at:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Customer Service Desk<\/li>\n<li>VOX Cinemas counter<\/li>\n<li>Parking Management Office<\/li>\n<li>Automatically validated if you used valet service<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-14197\" src=\"https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/shutterstock_2161803073.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/shutterstock_2161803073.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/shutterstock_2161803073-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/shutterstock_2161803073-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/shutterstock_2161803073-64x32.jpg 64w, https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/shutterstock_2161803073-480x240.jpg 480w, https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/shutterstock_2161803073-150x75.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<h4 class=\"western\">2. Activity-based benefits<\/h4>\n<p>When visiting VOX Cinemas or Ski Dubai at Mall of the Emirates, you get 2 extra free hours.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"western\">A Reminder how to Avoid Fines in Dubai Malls 2025<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>You have 5 days to pay any outstanding fees<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>After 2 days, you\u2019ll get a reminder SMS<\/li>\n<li>After 3 days, expect a phone call<\/li>\n<li><strong>After 5 days, a AED 150 fine is added<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Also: Misusing People of Determination parking will land you with a AED 1,000 fine, especially if you\u2019re not displaying a valid or visible permit.<\/p>\n<p>Dubai\u2019s new parking system at malls is designed for convenience \u2014 but only if you follow the rules. Set up AutoPay, track your timings, and keep those receipts handy.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Two of Dubai\u2019s busiest shopping destinations \u2014 Mall of the Emirates and City Centre Deira \u2014 have introduced a barrierless parking system this year, designed to streamline visitors&#8217; experience. But if you don\u2019t play by the new rules, you could end up with a AED 150 fine. Here\u2019s a clear guide to how it works, [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":15,"featured_media":32520,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-32519","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry"],"tags":[{"id":15448,"slug":"news","link":"https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/news\/","title":{"rendered":"Latest News"}}],"countries":[{"id":15497,"slug":"uae","link":"https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/uae\/","api_id":254,"title":{"rendered":"UAE"}}],"cities":[{"id":15498,"slug":"dubai","link":"https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/uae\/dubai\/","api_id":1,"title":{"rendered":"Dubai"}}],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/32519","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/15"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=32519"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/32519\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/32520"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=32519"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}