An annual visitor permit allows someone to park on the street in your controlled parking zone (CPZ) when they are visiting you. It is valid for a year.

Eligibility

Resident annual visitor permits are only available to Merton residents who live within a controlled parking zone and are not living in part of a car free development. These are limited to 1 per household.

Check if you’re eligible for a parking permit

How to apply

Log in or register to buy a permit

We changed our online service for buying parking permits on 5 November 2024. You will need to register for a new account the first time you use the new system.

You will need to provide one the following:

• A copy of a signed and dated formal tenancy agreement (by all relevant parties to the agreement) or lease agreement for where you live.
• A copy of your mortgage completion letter valid within the last 12 months
• A copy of a solicitor’s letter confirming purchase of the property

If you do not have the above, you will need to provide two of the following dated within the last 3 months:

• Gas, water, electricity, telephone (landline) or council tax document.
• Housing, child, pension, or income support benefit book
• Driving license (3-month date restriction doesn't apply)

What happens next

Once your application has been paid for, please allow up to 5 working days to receive your permit. In busy periods this may take longer. Annual visitor permits will be posted to your address by Royal Mail recorded delivery.

How to use the permit

The permit must be clearly displayed in the windscreen of the vehicle to be valid. If you do not display the permit correctly, you may receive a penalty charge notice.

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