Disability Parking Permits

The Australian Disability Parking Permit is available to people with mobility limitations and those who require special parking consideration.

Applying for a permit

There is a first time fee of $20 when applying for a disability parking permit
Disability permits are valid for a three year period
Renewals are free of charge for permanent permit holders only

To apply, download the application form:

Disability parking permit (individual)

Disability parking permit (community service groups)

Using a disability permit

Permits must be displayed and visible inside the vehicle's windscreen whenever the permit holder is using the vehicle.

On-street parking in Darwin

If you are using a disability parking permit within the Darwin Municipality, your permit allows free on-street parking (where parking meters are installed) in any time-restricted area for twice the period indicated, e.g. 3 hours extended to 6 hours.

Once the free parking time has expired, normal parking restrictions apply i.e. paying for parking and time restrictions.

Off-street car parks

Vehicles displaying disability parking permits may park in an accessible parking bay in all City of Darwin off-street car parks all day, free of charge, except for West Lane carpark and Dragonfly carpark.

Persons displaying a valid permit who park in an accessible parking bay in either West Lane carpark or Dragonfly carpark may park for twice the time paid for.

Australian disability parking permit conditions

Travelling interstate

Disability parking permits are valid when travelling within Australia.

Check with local authorities about concession entitlements, which may differ from City of Darwin
Disability parking permits are transferable from vehicle to vehicle whenever the permit holder requires parking consideration.