University of Arkansas-Fort Smith Police Department

08/20/2026

Parking Permit Pop-Ups are coming to campus!!

Need to pick up your 2026 parking permit? UPD is bringing permit pickup to convenient locations across campus on August 25, August 27, and August 28!

⚠️ Important: You must be registered for a parking permit BEFORE coming to a pop-up location to pick it up.

Check the flyer for the time and location for each date, and stop by the one that works best for you!

💙 Convenient. Easy. On Campus.

07/16/2026

Don't miss your opportunity to have your permits mailed to you in advance. Submit those requests now! Go Lions!

The UAFS Parking Portal is open now at https://parking.arms.app !

Register by July 31 to have your permit mailed to your home address, or pick up at UPD beginning August 17.

Before you submit, visit our website at https://uafs.edu/student-life/campus-safety/upd/parking.php, and double-check your mailing address, vehicle information, and permit type.

07/07/2026

🦁 **The UAFS Parking Portal is NOW OPEN!** 🦁

It's time to register for your **2026–2027 UAFS Parking Permit!** 🚗

📬 **Register by July 31** and your parking permit will be **mailed to the address you provide** during registration.

📅 **Register after July 31?** Your permit will be available for **in-person pickup beginning August 17**, when the fall semester starts.

# # # ✅ DO:

✔️ Verify your mailing address is correct before submitting your application.
✔️ Students should apply for **ONE** parking permit only.
✔️ **Lion's Den residents** should select a **GREEN** permit.
✔️ **Sebastian Commons residents** should select an **ORANGE** permit.
✔️ **Non-residential (commuter) students** may choose either a **GREEN** or **BLUE** permit.
✔️ Double-check that all vehicle information is accurate before submitting.

# # # ❌ DON'T:

❌ Apply for multiple student parking permits.
❌ Contact Parking Services before reviewing the information available on the Parking website.
❌ Apply for a parking permit if you are **not currently registered for classes**.
❌ Wait until the last minute—register early to have your permit mailed to you!

Questions? Most answers can be found on the UAFS Parking website. If you still need assistance after reviewing the information, UAFS Parking Services is happy to help via e-mail at [email protected]

💙 **Go Lions!** 🦁

06/24/2026

🦁 LIONS! 🦁

We're excited to give you a first look at the NEW 2026-2027 UAFS Parking Permits!

Before the questions start rolling in...

🚨 NO, PARKING REGISTRATION IS NOT OPEN YET! 🚨

We're just giving everyone a sneak peek at the new permit designs for the upcoming academic year. The registration portal is still being finalized, and we will make an official announcement once it opens.

📧 Be sure to keep an eye on your UAFS student email for updates and registration information.

Until then, enjoy the rest of your summer break, stay safe, and get ready for another great year at UAFS!

💙 Go Lions! 🦁