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How to exchange a parking permit

If your circumstances change (for example, moving to a new work location on campus), you can exchange your permit. There are different processes to make an exchange depending on your role on campus and what kind of permit you want to exchange.

If you already have an active permit and want to switch to a different one, follow these steps based on the type of permit you need.

For base lot, flex, park & ride / remote lot, UW accessible, or carpool permits

Step 1: Apply for the new permit

Submit a new application based on your role. Refer to these parking application guides:

How to apply for a parking permit - UW employees (base lot, flex, park & ride, remote lot)
How to apply for a UW accessible parking permit - UW employees
How to apply for a parking permit - UW Health employees (base lot, flex, park & ride, remote lot)
How to apply for a UW accessible parking permit - UW Health employees
How to apply for a parking permit - students (base lot and UW accessible)
How to apply for a carpool permit - UW and UW Health employees

Step 2: Wait for your offer

Transportation Services will notify you if a new permit becomes available.

While you wait: You can keep using your current permit or cancel it and find another way to commute.

Step 3: Complete the exchange

If you kept your old permit: You must go to a Transportation Services office to exchange it in person.

If you already canceled your old permit: You can buy the new one online using the instructions in your offer letter.

Fees: There is an administrative fee for most exchanges. However, switching to a park & ride / remote lot permit is free.

Short-term permits and pass exchanges

(Includes afternoon, night, semester, monthly, moped, motorcycle, employee bus pass, or Lot 76 quick pass)

Step 1: Buy the new permit or pass

Purchase the new permit online through the eBusiness portal or in person. Refer to this guide:

eBusiness parking portal orders and purchases

Note: If you don't see the permit or pass you want online, it may only be available in person.

Step 2: Cancel your old permit

Once you have the new one, follow these steps to return or cancel your old permit:

How to return or cancel a parking permit or bus pass

Step 3: Fees

There is no fee to exchange your current permit for a short-term permit or bus pass.