Parking permit types
Free parking at UQ locations in January 2026
In preparation for parking changes in 2026, parking at all UQ sites will be free throughout January. This includes casual (hourly) parking and permit parking.
The CelloPark app and vPermit website will be turned off on 24 December 2025.
We'll provide instructions in January for how to download our new parking app, PayStay, or apply for a permit.
Permits are required to park in some areas at UQ campuses and sites.
Many permits are for staff only, but certain permits are available to students, visitors and UQ corporate partners.
Permit parking zones are marked by signs. See parking maps to check where permits are required. Motorcycles and mopeds must park in the orange zone at all times.
Disability, special needs and infancy carer permit parking is also available at all UQ campuses and sites for students, staff and visitors.
UQ staff, including staff of UQ-controlled entities and UQ Union, can apply for parking permits across UQ campuses and sites.
Continuing or fixed-term staff can pay upfront (prepaid) or fortnightly through salary packaging (ongoing). Casual staff must pay upfront.
Student permits are only available at Gatton and Long Pocket.
Corporate partner permits are only available at St Lucia.