By dubailife 
The Zayed Higher Organisation for People of Determination announced on Sunday, September 1, that parking permits for People of Determination (PoD) in Abu Dhabi and Dubai have transitioned to a digital format.
This shift eliminates the need for paper permits, allowing individuals to conveniently store their PoD parking permits on their phones or devices. The new digital permits are electronically linked to the systems in both Abu Dhabi and Dubai, making travel between the two emirates more seamless and accessible for People of Determination.
In Abu Dhabi, PoD individuals can park for free in paid parking areas, while in Dubai, parking charges will still apply in paid zones.
Salama Al Reyami, Head of Networks and Operations at the Zayed Higher Organisation for People of Determination, highlighted that this initiative is a significant step in enhancing the quality of life for People of Determination in Dubai and the wider UAE. “We are advancing towards sustainability and digital transformation to create a better reality and easier future,” she stated.
In addition to Abu Dhabi and Dubai, People of Determination in Sharjah also benefit from a more convenient system. Since May, their ID cards have been automatically linked to the municipality’s public parking system, removing the need to display cards on windshields.
Moreover, PoD individuals across the UAE can apply for a free parking permit. The application process is easy, quick, and free of charge, with the added convenience of being available online.
Source : Khaleejtimes