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 of providing 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, providing the relevant information is clear.

Please note, we are unable to accept documents that are uploaded in the HEIC format, however PDF or JPEG formats are acceptable.

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:

  • first two pages of a Vehicle Registration Certificate (V5C) in your name.
  • most recent vehicle tax reminder addressed to your name
  • if the vehicle has been purchased within the last 6 weeks, you may use a garage sales invoice or New Keeper Supplement (V5C2)

Unable to upload documents

If you cannot upload your documents, contact us at 01865 519800 (Option 2) to arrange an appointment with a local library to scan and provide copies.

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

Students claiming exemption from Council Tax based are not eligible to apply for a company car. You cannot be a full-time employee and meet the required period for studies.