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Move-In Parking & Directions

This page was last updated July 22, 2026

We look forward to welcoming you to campus for Move-In! Please review the instructions on this page for details on parking and directions. For general information, visit Move-In.

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Before you arrive
Move-In maps and locations 
Two-hour free parking on move-in day
Parking after you finish moving in

Before you arrive

To help your move-in go smoothly, be sure to prepare before you leave home.

Bring your move-in time slot confirmation

Have your move-in time slot confirmation available on your phone or as a printed copy. Some streets near campus are restricted to move-in traffic, and staff may ask to see your confirmation before allowing access. You’ll also need it during check-in.

Know the unloading process 

Each move-in location includes a designated unloading zone where you may stop for up to 20 minutes to unload your belongings. The unloading zone for your unit is marked on the maps provided on this page.

    • Drivers must remain with their vehicle at all times.
    • Once you’ve finished unloading, move your vehicle to longer-term parking.

Print your parking permit

You’ll receive a move-in parking permit by email before your arrival. Print and complete it before coming to campus so you can use the designated free two-hour parking after unloading.

Use your move-in map (not GPS)

Before heading to campus, review the custom PDF move-in map for your residence hall or apartment complex. Unlike GPS or map apps, these PDF maps include temporary street closures, designated move-in routes, check-in locations, unloading zones, and parking information specific to UC Berkeley’s Move-In. Following your move-in map will help you arrive at the right location as quickly as possible.

Move-In maps and locations

Custom move-in maps (PDF) for each residence hall and apartment complex will be added to this page in early August. 

Two-hour free parking on move-in day

On move-in days, you can park free for two hours in designated UC parking lots. A list of campus housing units and their designated free parking lots will be posted here in early August.

Parking after you finish moving in

After your two-hour free parking period, you will need to move your car. Metered street parking is also available throughout the area, as well as the public parking garages listed below.

City of Berkeley public garages

Check signage and follow instructions to pay for parking.