Long-term parking

Parking at the University of Victoria is done by way of virtual permits, whether purchasing online or at one of the parking dispensers; you do not require a physical permit. Your licence plate is your permit and you will be required to enter it when when you purchase parking.

Please note the signage in all lots to ensure you are parking in an area that is valid with the permit you purchase. Areas marked reserved are for designated reserved permit holders only until 5 pm Monday to Friday.

Permit Types and Rates

How to pay for parking

Permits may be purchased online, at a parking dispenser or in person at Campus Security. In select locations, short term parking meters may be used for stays of up to 90 minutes. Parking dispensers and meters accept Visa, MasterCard and Canadian coin. Payments made at the office can be made by Visa, MasterCard, Interac and cash.

Mobile parking app

You can now use a contactless app to pay for daily or weekly campus parking. Download the free HonkMobile app from the AppStore or Google Play, and pay for parking directly from your phone. The app offers a reminder to add more parking time remotely without having to return to your vehicle.

Special event parking

The University is host to many events throughout the year and Campus Security Services is prepared to assist you with your parking needs.

We want to ensure the parking experience for your special event is a pleasant one for all. To avoid any possible misunderstandings and confusion, it is important to involve us during the early planning stages.

Arrangements can also be made for coupon codes for your mailouts, thereby offering your guests complimentary parking from the host department.  Please contact us a minimum of two weeks in advance of the event to make the appropriate arrangements.

For further information or assistance for Special Event Parking contact Parking Services by email at or by phone at 250- 721-6386.