Parking fines
You can make a payment for a parking fine by phone, mail, in person or online.
You can also read about objecting to fines, nominating another driver and court processes.
Payment methods
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| Online by credit card |
It's quick and easy to pay parking fines online (less than 2 minutes to complete):
- Payments can be made with MasterCard or Visa credit cards.
- You need the 7 digit ticket number showPay on the front of your infringement notice.
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| Phone by credit card |
Payments via phone can be made by credit cards MasterCard or Visa. Call 1300 954 297 and follow the prompts. You will need the 7 digit ticket number printed on the front of the notice. |
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Infringement details are typically available within 24–72 hours after a notice is issued. If your infringement does not appear in the payment system, please check again at a later time.
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Extension of time to pay
If you are unable to pay your infringement by the due date, you may apply for an extension of time by completing the Application for payment extension or payment arrangement form.
A standard extension of up to 14 days may be provided. Requests should be submitted before the due date shown on your infringement notice.
If you require more than 14 days to pay, you will need to provide information about why additional time is required. Council will assess your request in accordance with the Infringements Act 2006.
Payment arrangements with Fines Victoria
If you are unable to pay your infringement in full and hold an eligible concession card, you may request that your infringement be referred to Fines Victoria for a payment arrangement.
A payment arrangement allows you to pay the infringement by instalments or receive additional time to pay.
If you hold one of the following eligible concession cards, you may be entitled to a payment plan:
- Centrelink Pensioner Concession Card
- Department of Veterans' Affairs Pensioner Concession Card or Gold Card
- Centrelink Health Care Card.
You can apply online by completing the Application for payment extension or payment arrangement form.
Please note: Payment arrangements with Fines Victoria are not available for City of Darebin Local Law infringements, including Asset Protection infringements.
Working Development Permit
If you are eligible, an accredited organisation may apply to the Director, Fines Victoria, for a Work and Development Permit on your behalf.
A Work and Development Permit (WDP) is an initiative to provide vulnerable and disadvantaged people with a non-financial option to address their fine debt. A WDP allows an eligible person to work off their fine debt by participating in certain activities and treatment.
For more information regarding this scheme, and to identify an accredited sponsor, please contact the WDP Operational Team on 1300 323 483, by email at WDP@justice.vic.gov.au or visit the Department of Justice and Community Safety's Work and development permit scheme webpage.