“No parking” sign on even and odd numbers: a complete analysis of traffic rules

Drivers often confuse signs 3.29 (“Parking is prohibited on odd dates”) and 3.30 (“Parking is prohibited on even dates”), which leads to fines and towing of cars. These signs regulate parking when there is a shortage of spaces, but their effect depends on the calendar date - and not on the time of day, as many people think. For example, if today 15th number (odd), then the sign 3.29 prohibits parking, and 3.30 - allows. But tomorrow 16th (even), the rules will change the other way around.

This article will help you understand the nuances: we will analyze sign coverage areas, exceptions for people with disabilities and postal vehicles, the amount of fines in 2026, and we will also give practical advice on how to avoid evacuation. We will pay special attention common myths - for example, that the signs are only valid until 19:00 or that they can be ignored on weekends.

First, remember: these signs do not apply to stops up to 5 minutes (if you are boarding a passenger or unloading goods). But if the inspector records that the car has been standing longer, a fine is inevitable. And in Moscow and St. Petersburg, for violating parking rules, you can not only be fined, but also take the car to the impound lot, which will cost 5–10 thousand rubles additionally.

What is the difference between signs 3.29 and 3.30?

Sign 3.29 (“Parking is prohibited on odd dates”) and 3.30 (“Parking is prohibited on even dates”) are visually similar, but have a key difference - number at the bottom. On the sign 3.29 depicted one white circle (symbolizes an odd number), and on 3.30 — two circles (even number). This detail determines exactly when you cannot park.

Important: signs are valid only on the side of the road where they are installed. For example, if the sign 3.29 is on the right side of the street, then on even days you can park here, but on odd days you can’t. On the left side (if there is no similar sign there) the rules may be different.

• 🔴 3.29 (one lap) - ban on odd numbers (1, 3, 5... 31).
• 🔵 3.30 (two laps) - ban on even numbers (2, 4, 6... 30).
• ⚪ Without numbers (3.28) - parking ban always, regardless of the date.

An interesting nuance: if on the street one way traffic, signs can be duplicated on both sides - but this is not the rule, but the exception. They are usually installed on one side only and drivers need to keep a close eye on them.

Coverage: where does the ban begin and end?

Sign coverage area 3.29 and 3.30 determined by the same rules as for other prohibitory signs. It begins directly at the installation site and extends to one of the following objects:

• 🛑 Crossroads - even if it is leaving the adjacent territory (yard, gas station).
• 🏙️ Start/end of a settlement (signs with the name of the city on a white or blue background).
• 🔄 Sign 3.31 (“End of the zone of all restrictions”) - it cancels all previous prohibitions.
• 📏 Settings of the same sign with a different number (for example, 3.29 changes to 3.30).

If there is a sign plate 8.2.2 (“Validity area”), then the prohibition applies to the specified distance (for example, “100 m”). There may also be a sign 8.2.3, which indicates the end of the coverage area - in this case, the ban applies until a sign with the same sign, but with a down arrow.

Important: if the sign is installed after the intersection, its effect does not apply to the area in front of the intersection. This is a common mistake made by inspectors and can be challenged.

Object	Action of the sign	Example
Crossroads	Terminates action	After the sign 100 m, then the intersection → the ban ends
Table 8.2.2 (distance)	Extends the effect by specified meters	Sign + plate “50 m” → prohibition applies 50 m from the sign
Sign 3.31	Cancels all previous restrictions	After 3.29 comes 3.31 → parking is allowed
Plate 8.2.3 (end of zone)	Indicates the end point of the ban	Sign 3.29 + sign “→” and after 100 m a sign with sign “↓”

Exceptions: Who can park despite the signs?

Even if a sign prohibits parking, some categories of drivers have the right to ignore it. Here is a complete list of exceptions according to Traffic regulations 2026:

• 👨‍🦽 Transport for disabled people - if the car has a “Disabled Person” sign (yellow square with a person in a chair) and there are supporting documents.
• 📬 Postal machines - with a white diagonal stripe on a blue background (Russian Federal Post).
• 🚗 Taxi with taximeter on - only at the time of boarding/disembarking passengers.
• 🚑 Ambulance, police, Ministry of Emergency Situations - when performing official tasks.
• 🏢 Utility vehicles - if they serve this section of the road.

An important nuance: the “Disabled” sign must be official (issued by ITU), and not homemade. In 2026, the fine for counterfeiting such a sign is 5,000 rubles + confiscation.

It's also worth remembering that exceptions do not apply to stopping in places where it is prohibited by other signs (for example, 3.27 “Stopping is prohibited”). That is, a disabled person can stand under the sign 3.29, but not under 3.27.

⚠️ Attention: If you are driving a disabled person, but there is no sign on the car, you cannot park under prohibitory signs. The exception applies only if there is visual identification (sign + documents).

Fines for violation: how much will you have to pay in 2026?

The size of the fine depends on the region and circumstances of the violation. In most Russian cities, parking under a sign 3.29 or 3.30 a fine is provided 1,500 rubles (Part 4 of Article 12.16 of the Administrative Code). However, in Moscow and St. Petersburg the amount is higher:

• 🏙️ Moscow/St. Petersburg: 3,000 rubles (Part 5 of Article 12.16 of the Administrative Code).
• 🚛 Trucks > 3.5 t: the fine increases to 5,000 rubles in any region.
• 🚗 Repeated violation: if you are caught a second time within a year, the fine doubles (up to 3,000–6,000 rubles).

In addition to a fine, in large cities it is often applied evacuation to impound lot. Cost of evacuation and storage in 2026:

• 📍 Moscow: evacuation - 5,000–7,000 rubles, storage - 1,000 rubles/day.
• 📍 St. Petersburg: evacuation - 4,500–6,000 rubles, storage - 800 rubles/day.
• 📍 Regions: evacuation - 2,000–4,000 rubles, storage - 500 rubles/day.

To avoid evacuation, you can use Moscow Parking service (for the capital) or similar applications in other cities. They show sign zones and available parking in real time.

⚠️ Attention: If your car has been towed, do not try to negotiate with the tow truck driver on the spot - this is considered bribery (Article 291 of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation). It’s better to immediately call the police or the traffic police hotline (112).

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Common myths about the 3.29 and 3.30 signs

Drivers are often confused about parking rules on even/odd days. Let's look at the most popular myths:

Myth 1: “Signs are only valid until 19:00”

❌ Reality: The time of day does not affect the effect of the signs. They prohibit parking around the clock, unless there is a sign with a time limit (for example, “8:00–20:00”).

Myth 2: “Signs don’t work on weekends and holidays”

❌ Reality: Even and odd numbers are counted always, including Saturday, Sunday and official holidays. For example, if January 1st falls on an odd number, the sign 3.29 will act.

Myth 3: “It’s okay to stand under the sign if I leave quickly”

❌ Reality: Parking is a stop that lasts more than 5 minutes without connection with boarding/disembarking passengers or loading. If the inspector records that the car has been standing longer, a fine is inevitable.

Myth 4: “Signs don’t work if there are no markings”

❌ Reality: The marking (for example, a yellow dotted line) only duplicates the sign, but does not replace it. Even if there is no marking, the sign has full legal force.

What to do if the sign is hidden by branches or advertising?

If the sign not physically visible (obstructed by a tree, a banner, another car), its action can be challenged. To do this you need:

1. Take a photograph of the location of the violation so that it is clear that the sign is not readable.

2. Record the testimony of witnesses (if any).

3. Appeal the fine within 10 days via the website traffic police or court.

In 70% of cases, such fines are canceled, but strong evidence is required.

How to remember the rules: life hacks for drivers

To avoid confusion about even and odd numbers, use these tips:

• 📅 Calendar on your phone: Set up notifications every night to remind you what date tomorrow is (even or odd).
• 🅿️ Colored stickers: Place two stickers on your dashboard—red (“odd”) and blue (“even”)—and turn them over every day.
• 🚗 Parking apps: Parking Moscow, Yandex.Parking or 2GIS show sign zones in real time.
• 🔄 One day rule: If today odd number, then it will be tomorrow even, and vice versa. This will help you plan your parking for the next day.

Another useful trick: park in paid parking lots within the sign area. Yes, it costs money (from 50 to 200 rubles per hour), but cheaper than a fine + evacuation. In Moscow, for example, paid parking lots are indicated by the sign 6.4 (“Parking”) with a fee sign.

For Muscovites: There is a rule in the city center “Parking by even/odd” even in paid spaces. That is, if today is an odd number, and the sign 3.29 hanging over the paid parking lot, you can't stand here even if you paid.

- Moscow: parking.mos.ru

- St. Petersburg: parking.spb.ru

There are interactive maps with sign coverage areas.-->

What to do if you received a fine by mistake?

If you are sure that you did not break the rules, you can appeal the fine. To do this:

1. Check the data in the protocol: date, time, place, sign number. Often inspectors get the details wrong.
2. Take screenshots with Yandex.Maps or Google Maps, confirming that the sign was hidden or missing.
3. Find witnesses (for example, other drivers who have also received a ticket in this place).
4. Write a complaint on the website traffic police or through the portal State services within 10 days.

If the complaint is rejected, you can go to court. The chances of winning your case are high if you have:

• 📸 Photo/video proving the absence of a sign or its unreadability.
• 📄 Protocol with errors (incorrect date, incorrect sign number).
• 🗣️ Testimony of witnesses (preferably in writing).

Example of a successful appeal: In 2023, a driver from Kazan canceled the fine, proving that the sign 3.29 was covered with tree branches. The court sided with him, since the sign should be clearly visible 100 meters away (Clause 5.1.4 GOST R 52289-2019).

⚠️ Attention: Once you have paid the fine, you can no longer appeal it. Therefore, first file a complaint, and only then (if rejected) pay.

FAQ: Frequently asked questions about signs 3.29 and 3.30

❓ Is it possible to stop under these signs if I’m just waiting for a passenger?

Yes, but not longer 5 minutes. If you are standing with the engine running and ready to leave immediately, this is considered stop, not a parking lot. However, the inspector can interpret the situation in his own way, so it is better not to take risks.

❓ What if today is the 31st (odd), and tomorrow is the 1st (also odd)? Is it possible to leave the car overnight?

No. The rules state that with 21:00 to 24:00 the ban of the current day is in effect, and from 00:00 - already the next one. That is, if today is 31 (odd), then you cannot park under the sign until 24:00 3.29, and from 00:00 on the 1st (also odd) the ban remains. Exception: if the sign is valid only during the daytime (there is a sign with a clock).

❓ Do these signs apply to courtyard areas?

No, there are signs in the courtyards of residential buildings 3.29 and 3.30 are not installed. General parking rules apply there (prohibition on lawns, blocking of passages, etc.). However, if the sign is at the exit from the yard, it can spread to the surrounding area - you need to look at the coverage area.

❓ Is it possible to park under a sign if I am disabled, but am not driving my own car?

Yes, but only if:

1. The car has a “Disabled” sign.
2. You have with you document confirming disability (ITU certificate).
3. You are driving a car or you are a passenger.

If you are simply driving a disabled person, but there is no sign on the car, the benefit does not apply.

❓ How do I know if today is an even or odd date if I don’t remember the date?

Several ways:

• Look at last digit of year + month + day. For example, 05/12/2026: 2+0+2+4+0+5+1+2 = 16 (even).
• Use voice assistant (Alice, Siri, Google Assistant): “What day of the week and date is it today?”
• Most smartphones display the date in notification bar.