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Resident Parking in Rotterdam

If you live in Rotterdam and own a car, you may be eligible for a resident parking permit. This guide explains how resident parking works, how to apply for a permit, how visitor parking works and where to park if you do not have a permit.

How does resident parking work in Rotterdam?

In paid parking areas, parking is linked to your licence plate number rather than a paper ticket or parking card. You can register your vehicle through:

  • A resident parking permit
  • A parking app
  • A parking meter

Because parking is linked to your licence plate, you do not need to display a ticket or permit in your vehicle. Parking enforcement officers can check whether your parking is valid by scanning your licence plate number.

Resident parking permits

If you are registered as a resident of Rotterdam and own a car, you can apply for a resident parking permit for the area where you live.

How much does a resident parking permit cost?

A resident parking permit costs €8.20 per month. The permit is linked to your licence plate number, so you will not receive a physical permit to display in your vehicle.

Where is my permit valid?

Rotterdam is divided into parking sectors. You can only apply for a parking permit for the sector in which you live. Your sector will be explained when your permit application has been approved. View Rotterdam parking sectors.

How do I manage my permit?

Once your application has been approved, you will receive a unique number and password for the municipality's parking permit website.  The website allows you to manage your permit online. Go to parking permit portal (in Dutch). 

Visitor parking (bezoekersparkeren)

Reduced parking rate for your visitors

Yes. Residents can apply for a visitor parking permit, which allows visitors to park in their neighbourhood at a reduced rate. Once your visitor parking permit has been approved, you can register your visitor's licence plate through the parking permit website.

How much does visitor parking cost?

Residents who use visitor parking receive 3,000 parking units per calendar year.

  • 1 unit = 10 minutes
  • 3,000 units = 500 hours of parking
  • Cost: €0.11 per 10 minutes

The parking costs are collected quarterly from your bank account.
There is no monthly fee. You only pay for the parking time that is actually used.

Alternative parking options in Rotterdam

If you have not yet applied for a resident parking permit, there are several parking options available in Rotterdam. View our guide to parking in Rotterdam for information about:

  • Park & Ride (P+R) locations
  • Parking garages in the city centre
  • Parking rates and parking zones
  • Parking maps and practical information for drivers

Parking in Schiedam

Parking regulations and facilities in Schiedam may differ from those in Rotterdam. Information about parking in Schiedam is available via the municipality's website in Dutch. If you need more specific information, please consult local sources or contact the Rotterdam International Center.

Frequently asked questions

  • Do I need a parking permit to park in Rotterdam?

    No. You can also pay for parking through a parking app or at a parking meter. However, if you regularly park near your home in a paid parking area, a resident parking permit may be a more affordable option.

  • Can I apply for a parking permit if I have just moved to Rotterdam?

    You can apply for a resident parking permit if you are registered as a resident of Rotterdam and meet the municipality's requirements. The permit is linked to the area where you live. Apply for a resident parking permit.

  • Do I receive a physical parking permit?

    No. Parking permits in Rotterdam are linked to your licence plate number. You do not need to place a permit or parking ticket behind your windscreen.

  • How do parking enforcement officers know I have paid?

    Parking enforcement officers check your licence plate digitally. They can see whether your vehicle has a valid parking permit or active parking session.

  • Can visitors park at my home?

    Yes. Residents can apply for a visitor parking permit (bezoekersparkeren), which allows visitors to park in the neighbourhood at a reduced rate. Apply for a visitor parking permit.

  • How do I register my visitor's car?

    Once your visitor parking permit has been approved, you can register your visitor's licence plate through the municipality's parking permit portal.

  • Is visitor parking cheaper than regular street parking?

    Yes. Visitor parking is intended to offer residents a lower parking rate for guests compared with standard on-street parking rates.

  • Can I use my parking permit anywhere in Rotterdam?

    No. Resident parking permits are generally only valid within the parking sector linked to your home address. View Rotterdam parking sectors.

  • Where can I find the latest parking rules and rates?

    Parking regulations, parking sectors and permit conditions are managed by the Municipality of Rotterdam. Always check the municipality's website for the most up-to-date information.

Plan your appointment

One-Stop-Shop

At the Rotterdam International Center you can book an appointment to register with the municipality to receive a BSN, make an appointment with the IND to collect your residence permit, and/or to provide your biometrical information and open a Dutch bank account with ABN AMRO. This service is called the One-Stop-Shop.

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