Information for visitors and contractors on parking in University car parks. Permit only parkingParking in University car parks is by permit only. All staff, students, visitors and contractors are required to pay to park in University car parks. Strict Parking Regulations apply. Document University of Edinburgh Parking Regulations (440.23 KB / PDF) Permits for visitorsVisitors requiring to park at the University must apply online to purchase a permit: Purchase a visitor parking permitBona Fide VisitorsSpecial arrangements are in place for persons classed as Bona Fide Visitors to the University (e.g., outside examiners or those who conduct University business on a voluntary basis).Bona Fide VisitorsPlease be aware that vehicles not holding a valid permit will incur a parking charge notice and are liable to a charge of £60.00.Parking for University ContractorsParking in University car parks is by permit only. All contractors are required to pay to park in University car parks.Contractors requiring to park on University premises while carrying out works may purchase a limited supply of daily parking vouchers from the Parking Office (5 per week, per company) at a rate of £22.00 per day per vehicle in Central Area and £8.65 per day at King's BuildingsContractors with long-term University contracts may apply for an annual permit at a rate of £1580 per year in the City Areas or £152 at King's Buildings.Annual permits provided for contractors are extremely limitedCommercial vehicles with company logos will be given a one hour (on one occasion each day) to load and unload vehicles where necessaryVehicles not holding a valid permit will incur a parking charge notice and are liable to a charge of £60.00Full Information can be found in our Contractor Parking Document: Document University of Edinburgh - Information for Contractors Requiring Use of Parking Facilities (487.16 KB / PDF) How to ApplyContractors requiring to park on University premises should apply for daily or longer term permits by following the steps in the link below:How to apply for a parking permitOnce an account has been created Contractors have the option to apply for an annual permit or daily pay-as-you-go parking vouchers. This article was published on Tuesday 13 February 2024
