The smsParking service is an alternative, flexible and convenience way of paying parking fees. This service is available for both 'Etisalat' and 'du' subscribers of post-paid and pre-paid mobile numbers.

A pre-defined format is required to be sent to the number 5566 and motorist will receive the parking virtual permit details via SMS. Motorist will receive a Reminder message 10 minutes before the permit expires.

This service is available without registration for all private plate numbers of the seven emirates in U.A.E, whereas registration is required for all users of non-private plate numbers of U.A.E in addition to GCC countries through visiting the website (ppd.shjmun.gov.ae) or calling 065145244.