Apply for a new virtual resident's parking permit
Permits for parking in the controlled parking zone or residents' permit holder bays near your home.
What you need to provide
We will require proof:
- of your address
- that you are the registered keeper of the vehicle
How to provide your documents
The quickest way to provide this information to us is to upload it when making your application. You can upload a copy of the document using a smartphone, tablet, or scanner. We accept photos or scans of documents, provided the relevant information is clear.
Please note that we cannot accept documents uploaded in the HEIC format. We do accept PDF or JPEG formats.
Proof of address
You need to provide one of the following as proof of address:
- utility bill, financial statement, payslip or official organisation letter (NHS, HMRC, Benefits Agency, Local Council, etc), dated within the last three months
- Council Tax document for the current tax year, addressed to you at your Oxfordshire property
- pages of a signed tenancy agreement that display names, property addresses, term dates and signatures
- letter from solicitors confirming your name, property address and date of moving
Proof of ownership
You need to provide one of the following as proof of vehicle ownership:
- the first two pages of a Vehicle Registration Certificate (V5C) in your name
- the most recent vehicle tax reminder showing your name and address
- a garage sales invoice or New Keeper Supplement (V5C2) - if the vehicle has been purchased within the last 6 weeks
If you cannot upload your documents
Some libraries offer a document validation service to help you add documents to your form. Learn more and book a library appointment.
For company cars
If your vehicle is a company car, you need to provide a letter on company headed paper with the following text.
"This to confirm that 'applicant’s name' is a full-time employee of 'company name' and is supplied with 'vehicle make/model/registration number' for his/her sole business and social use. The vehicle is used essentially for the operational purpose of conducting official company business from the Oxford area."
You must provide the letter with both:
- a copy of the registration document (if the vehicle is registered in the company's name) or a copy of the vehicle lease agreement between the company and the vehicle provider
- a recent official proof of residency.
Students and company cars
Students claiming exemption from Council Tax are not eligible to apply for a company car. You cannot be a full-time employee and meet the required period for studies.