Ajman Parking SMS (2026) : How to Pay and Park in Minutes

Parking in Ajman is now as easy as sending a text. With the Ajman Parking SMS service, you just message your plate details to 5155 and pay for your spot in seconds — no coins, no machines. Here's exactly how it works, what it costs and how to avoid fines.read more

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Quick answer

To pay for parking in Ajman, send an SMS with your plate details to 5155 in this format —

AJM <plate code> <plate number> (example: AJM B 12345).

You get an instant e-ticket for one hour. Reply with a ‘Y’ to extend. Regular parking costs AED 2 per hour. Fridays and public holidays are free.

Ajman Parking SMS - At A Glance

Detail	What you need to know
SMS number	5155 (official MPDA number)
SMS format	AJM <plate code> <plate number> - e.g. AJM B 12345
Extend parking	Reply Y (English) or the Arabic letter to 5155 before expiry
Switch language	Send E for English or the Arabic letter for Arabic
Regular fee	AED 1/30 min, AED 2/hour
Pay-by-SMS charge (du/Etisalat)	AED 2.38 for one hour (telecom-billed)
Paid hours (general)	Sat-Thu, 8 am-1 pm and 5 pm-10 pm
Free	Fridays and public holidays, and for People of Determination
Fine	Up to AED 200 for unpaid/expired parking
For 3+ hours	Use the MPDA / Ajman One smart app

Source: Ajman Digital Government - "Parking Reservation Request" service page (ajman.ae/en/servicecatalog/services/3348)

What is Ajman Parking SMS?

Ajman Parking SMS is a pay-by-text service run by the Ajman Municipality and Planning Department (MPDA). Instead of inserting coins into a machine, you send one text message to 5155 with your number plate. The system activates your parking for one hour. You get a confirmation SMS that acts as your digital ticket.

The service has been fully digital since 2021. It works for cars with UAE and GCC number plates, so residents and visitors from Dubai, Sharjah, Saudi Arabia, and elsewhere can all use it. You can choose to get your messages in English or Arabic.

How Do I Pay for Parking in Ajman by SMS?

Here is the full step-by-step process. It takes less than a minute.

Source: AI Generated/Human Edited

Open Messages: Open your phone's messaging app and start a new message to 5155.
Type the format: Type your city code, plate code, and plate number, e.g. AJM B 12345.
Send to 5155: Send the message and wait a few seconds.
Get the e-ticket: You will get a reply with your plate number, ticket number, parking type, fee and validity time. This is your proof.
Extend if needed: If you are not done, reply Y before your hour ends to add another hour.

Important: If you do not receive a confirmation SMS, your parking is NOT active. Check the format and send again.

City Codes for UAE and GCC Plates

Emirate / Country	Code	Example SMS to 5155
Ajman	AJM	AJM B 12345
Dubai	DXB	DXB A 12345
Abu Dhabi	AUH	AUH 12 34567
Sharjah	SHJ	SHJ 1 98765
Umm Al Quwain	UAQ	UAQ A 4567
Ras Al Khaimah	RAK	RAK A 1234
Fujairah	FUJ	FUJ A 2345
Saudi Arabia	KSA	KSA ...
Bahrain / Qatar / Oman / Kuwait	BAH / QAR / OMN / KWT	e.g. QAR ...

How Do I Extend Parking or Change the SMS Language?

Follow the given steps to extend parking or to change the SMS language:

Extend: Reply Y (English) or the Arabic equivalent to 5155 before your current hour expires. You will get a new confirmation with the updated expiry time.
Switch to English: Send E to 5155.
Switch to Arabic: Send the Arabic character to 5155.

Need more than 3 hours? SMS sessions are meant for short stays (about 1-3 hours). For longer parking, reservations or exact timing, use the MPDA / Ajman One app instead.

How Much Does Ajman Parking Cost in 2026?

Ajman has one of the cheapest paid-parking systems in the UAE. These are the official MPDA fees.

Source: AI Generated/Human Edited

Ticket type	30 minutes	1 hour
Regular ticket	AED 1	AED 2
VIP ticket	AED 3	AED 6
Pay by SMS (du / Etisalat)	-	AED 2.38

Long-term and Annual Options

Option	Price
Long-term ticket - 10 days	AED 100
Long-term ticket - 20 days	AED 200
Long-term ticket - 30 days	AED 300
VIP card - quarterly/semi-annual/annual	AED 1,500/3,000/6,000
Resident, Senior Emirati, People of Determination, eco-friendly cards	Free (annual)

Note: When you pay by SMS, your telecom provider adds its own charge. This is why the du/Etisalat one-hour rate shows as AED 2.38 rather than AED 2.

What are the Ajman Parking Timings (Paid and Free Hours)?

Paid parking in Ajman runs from Saturday to Thursday. It has a split schedule with a free afternoon break. Hours can differ by zone, so the signboard next to your car is always the final word.

Period	Status
Saturday - Thursday, 8 am - 1 pm	Paid
1 pm - 5 pm	Free (afternoon break)
5 pm - 10 pm	Paid
10 pm - 8 am	Free
All day Friday	Free
Public holidays	Free
People of Determination (valid permit)	Free

Ramadan Timings

During Ramadan, the hours shift to suit fasting and evening activity. In recent years, the adjusted paid hours have been roughly 9 am-1 pm and 8 pm-12 am, with the afternoon free. Always confirm the exact Ramadan schedule with MPDA announcements or local signage, as dates change each year.

Tip: Parks often have their own rule - free from about 4 pm to 1 am. Some quieter residential streets are free all day. Read the sign.

SMS vs App vs Kiosk: What Should I Use?

There are three main ways to pay:

Method	Best for	Pros	Cons
SMS to 5155	Quick 1-3 hour stays	No app, instant, works on any phone	Telecom fee; short durations only
MPDA / Ajman One app	Long stays, reservations, reminders	Multi-day & annual, card/eWallet, alerts	Needs internet & setup
Kiosk machine	No phone credit/no internet	Takes cash, coins, card	Must walk to the machine

What is the Fine for Not Paying for Parking in Ajman?

If you park in a paid zone during paid hours without an active ticket or you overstay your time, you can be fined. Reported amounts range from about AED 150 up to AED 200 for unpaid or expired parking. Repeat violations can cost more.

How to Avoid a Fine?

Send the SMS the moment you park, as the enforcement is active.
Wait for the confirmation SMS before leaving the car.
Keep the confirmation message until you drive away (inspectors may check).
Set your own alarm a few minutes before expiry, then reply Y to extend.
Check the signboard for the zone's exact paid hours.

Who Runs Ajman's Parking System?

Ajman's public parking is managed by the Ajman Municipality and Planning Department (MPDA), part of the Ajman Government. MPDA sets the fees, the paid hours, and the rules. It also issues holiday exemptions such as the Eid and New Year free-parking periods.

Key Takeaways

Send AJM <plate code> <plate number> to 5155 (e.g. AJM B 12345).
One SMS = one hour. Reply Y to extend before it expires.
Regular fee is AED 2/hour; pay-by-SMS via telecom is AED 2.38/hour.
Paid Sat-Thu, with a free 1-5 pm break; free on Fridays and public holidays.
Always wait for the confirmation SMS, and keep it. No confirmation = not paid.
For 3+ hours use the MPDA / Ajman One app. Fines can reach AED 200.

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FAQ's About Ajman Parking SMS

Yes. You need a working UAE SIM (du, Etisalat, or Virgin) to send the SMS to 5155 and to be billed for it. A roaming foreign number is not reliable for this service.

Yes. You pay against the car's number plate, not your name. Rentals and company cars work the same way. Just use the plate that is physically on the car.

The ticket is tied to whatever plate you typed, so a wrong plate means your actual car is unpaid. Re-send with the correct details immediately and keep both messages.

In most public zones, yes — generally after 10 pm until 8 am. However, busy areas near the Corniche or markets can charge later, so check the sign.

Not by SMS. Use the MPDA / Ajman One app or buy a long-term ticket (10, 20 or 30 days) or an annual card.