Heads up, Abu Dhabi drivers and valet fans, there’s a new rulebook in town, and ignoring it could cost you! The Integrated Transport Centre (ITC) has announced fresh directives for valet parking services across the capital. So, whether you’re handing over your car keys at a fancy hotel or pulling up at your favourite mall, here’s why checking those valet parking license is now more important than ever.
Abu Dhabi Cracks Down On Unlicensed Valet Parking; Here’s What You Need To Know!
The ITC, part of the Department of Municipalities and Transport, has made it crystal clear — any business providing valet parking in Abu Dhabi must have an official licence. If they’re operating without one or misusing an existing licence, they’re breaking the law. And trust us, the authorities aren’t taking this lightly.
Regular inspections are underway across the emirate, with ITC’s field teams making sure valet services are sticking to the rules. From hotels to shopping centres, every spot holding Valet services would be taken into account.
Why’s Everyone Talking About It?
This new system will maintain Abu Dhabi as a safe space. These new valet rules make sure your car is handed over to proper, licensed people, so you can relax knowing your wheels are in safe hands.
The ITC also pointed out that choosing a licensed valet service protects your rights and your car. Unlicensed operators might seem convenient, but if something goes wrong — damage, theft, or other issues- you could be left with no legal protection.
Hotels, Malls & More, Time To Check Your Papers
The ITC is urging all places with valet services, think hotels, malls, and entertainment hubs, to give their permits a proper once-over and make sure everything’s up to scratch. For businesses, its all about obtaining the license to avoid hefty fines or land into legal trouble.
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How To Report A Dodgy Valet
If you spot an unlicensed valet service or suspect something’s not right, you can report it to the ITC through their official channels. The Centre welcomes public reports to help crack down on illegal practices and maintain Abu Dhabi’s polished, well-regulated image.
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