Where is vehicle washing now prohibited in Abu Dhabi?

Vehicle washing is now prohibited in public parking areas operating under the MAWAQiF System and in residential villa areas across Abu Dhabi.

What must companies do to offer vehicle washing services?

Companies must obtain prior approval from the Integrated Transport Centre (Abu Dhabi Mobility) and adhere to all approved requirements and procedures to offer vehicle washing services.

How can companies apply for vehicle washing permits?

Companies can contact the Department of Municipalities and Transport Service Support Centre via the toll-free number 800850 or submit their applications and required documents by emailing parking.operations@itc.gov.ae.

Why has Abu Dhabi Mobility introduced these regulations?

The regulations aim to better manage public parking facilities, curb unauthorised practices, preserve Abu Dhabi's urban appearance, and ensure that vehicle washing services are provided in officially approved locations.

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Development·9 October 2026

Abu Dhabi Mobility Regulates Vehicle Washing in Public Parking and Villa Areas

The Integrated Transport Centre (Abu Dhabi Mobility) has announced new regulations prohibiting vehicle washing in public parking under the MAWAQiF System and in residential villa areas, requiring prior approval for licen

The Integrated Transport Centre (Abu Dhabi Mobility), operating under the Department of Municipalities and Transport, has implemented new regulations concerning vehicle washing in Abu Dhabi's public parking and residential villa areas. This move, part of the MAWAQiF System, aims to maintain urban appearance, prevent unauthorised activities, and ensure such services are conducted in designated locations.

Key Regulations

Prohibition in Public Parking: Vehicle washing is now prohibited in public parking areas managed under the MAWAQiF System.
Licensed Companies: Companies wishing to provide vehicle washing services must obtain prior approval from the Integrated Transport Centre and comply with all stipulated requirements and procedures.

Enforcement and Compliance

Abu Dhabi Mobility, in collaboration with Q Mobility and other relevant entities, will conduct ongoing monitoring and inspection activities to identify and address violations. Vehicle owners are advised to only use licensed companies in authorised locations and avoid engaging unlicensed workers.

Companies seeking permits for vehicle washing services can contact the Department of Municipalities and Transport Service Support Centre at 800850 or submit applications and required documents via email to parking.operations@itc.gov.ae.

Frequently asked

Questions, answered

Where is vehicle washing now prohibited in Abu Dhabi?: Vehicle washing is now prohibited in public parking areas operating under the MAWAQiF System and in residential villa areas across Abu Dhabi.
What must companies do to offer vehicle washing services?: Companies must obtain prior approval from the Integrated Transport Centre (Abu Dhabi Mobility) and adhere to all approved requirements and procedures to offer vehicle washing services.
How can companies apply for vehicle washing permits?: Companies can contact the Department of Municipalities and Transport Service Support Centre via the toll-free number 800850 or submit their applications and required documents by emailing parking.operations@itc.gov.ae.
Why has Abu Dhabi Mobility introduced these regulations?: The regulations aim to better manage public parking facilities, curb unauthorised practices, preserve Abu Dhabi's urban appearance, and ensure that vehicle washing services are provided in officially approved locations.

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