Allowed Parking Time
The sign indicates the allowed parking duration
When You See This Sign
When you see T18 under a parking sign, determine whether the sign indicates allowed hours or a maximum parking time and act accordingly. Park only within the stated time interval or leave before the maximum time has elapsed, and check for any specific day indications or supplementary signs.
Rules & Regulations
- This sign is a supplementary sign to a main sign (e.g. a P sign for parking or a no-parking sign) and modifies the parking rules that apply at the location.
- If the sign displays a time interval (e.g. 08–18), parking is only permitted during the indicated hours; outside these times the main sign or general traffic rules apply.
- If the sign shows a maximum time (e.g. 2 hrs), you may not remain parked longer than the stated time during the specified days/times.
- The regulations on the sign apply until the next sign that changes the rules or until an end-of-zone sign is shown, so check whether the rules continue further along the street.
Tips for Drivers
- Always read the main sign and T18 together so you understand whether it indicates a time period (hours) or a maximum parking time.
- Set a timer on your phone or note the time when you park so you don't accidentally exceed the maximum allowed time.
- Check whether the sign also specifies particular days (e.g. weekdays, Saturdays) because rules often differ between weekdays and weekends.
- Look for supplementary signs (e.g. requirement to use a parking disc or a fee) which, if present, apply together with T18.
Common Mistakes
- Confuse a time interval (allowed hours) with a maximum parking time and think that '08–18' means '2 hours'.
- Assume that T18 applies to the whole street without checking which side or area the main sign refers to.
- Forget to check whether a later sign changes the rules and therefore exceed the allowed time.
Test Yourself
Road Sign: Allowed Parking Time
What rule does this supplementary plate indicate about parking time?
- A It shows the maximum permitted parking time (e.g. 2 hours) at the location.
- B It indicates when payment must be made via a parking meter.
- C It prohibits parking during the specified hours.
- D It shows that parking is allowed only for persons with disabilities.
Exam Tip
On the test you may get questions that distinguish between '08–18' (allowed hours) and '2 hrs' (maximum time); read carefully which type of time indication the sign shows.
Did You Know?
T18 is a common supplementary sign in urban areas to control when and how long parking is allowed, which means the same spot can have different rules day and night.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the stated time apply per parking instance or per day?
T18 normally indicates the maximum permitted parking time per parking occasion during the stated times. Check supplementary signs or local regulations if re-parking would be limited.
Can I park outside the hours indicated on the sign?
If the sign shows that parking is only permitted between certain hours, parking outside those times is not allowed under the combined signage. Outside the stated times other rules or free parking may apply, but always check the main sign and any zone signs.
Do I have to use a parking disc if it says '2 hrs'?
T18 itself only indicates the allowed time; a requirement to use a parking disc must be explicitly indicated with a symbol or a separate supplementary sign. Use a parking disc only if it is clearly specified.
What happens if I exceed the stated time?
If you exceed the stated time you risk a parking fine or having the vehicle removed according to local parking regulations. Actions and penalty amounts vary between municipalities.
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