In SA, a disability parking permit allows you to park in spaces showing the international symbol of access for people with a disability. The vehicle must be being used to transport the permit holder.
Permit conditions
Some disability parking spaces will have time limits displayed on a sign. If these spaces display a time limit, you must only park for the allowed time.
Permits are only to be used when:
- the vehicle is being used to transport the permit holder
- the vehicle is being used by an organisation providing transport services to people with a disability
- the permit is displayed so the permit number and expiry date are clearly visible from the exterior of the vehicle.
Hang the permit from the rear vision mirror or display on the passenger side of the dashboard for clear visibility.
Parking concessions
In SA, a disability parking permit allows you to access the following parking concessions where there are no disability parking spaces available or if a sign or meter shows a specific time limit.
Time limited spaces
If you're a permit holder, you can park in time limited parking spaces for longer time periods.
| Where you see a parking limit of: | You can park for: |
|---|---|
| Less than 30 minutes | Maximum 30 minutes |
| More than 30 minutes but less than 1 hour | 2 hours |
| More than 1 hour | Twice the period indicated on the sign |
| Disability parking space | Indicated time only |
Paid parking spaces
Permit holders can park in metered or ticket parking spaces at no charge in on-street parking areas within Adelaide city or North Adelaide. The time extensions detailed above will be granted. Visit the City of Adelaide website for conditions.
The City of Adelaide also operates the UPark off-street carparks. You can apply for an Accessibility Pass, which entitles you to two hours free parking, up to 52 times per year. Visit the UPark website for more information.
Private car parks may charge their own fees. You will need to check the terms and conditions of parking in private car parks.
Need help?
Contact Service SA
Online
Only send general enquiries online. Service SA will respond within 3 working days.
If the matter is urgent or is specifically about your current licence or registration, phone or visit a Service SA centre instead.
Phone
Call Service SA between 9:00 am and 5:00 pm Monday to Friday, excluding public holidays:
- 13 10 84
- +61 8 8226 0206 (overseas callers).
In person
Service SA centre locations and opening hours.
Related information
Other websites
- Australian disability parking scheme - Australian Government Department of Families, Housing, Community Services and Indigenous Affairs
