Such cameras will speed up the issuance of parking fines in the capital.

The topic of parking in Budapest has become contentious following Gergely Karácsony’s announcement to centralize parking management and revenue. District mayors oppose this decision, while David Vitézy promises a unified system, stating funds will only be used for road repairs. Starting July 2026, cash and card payments will be eliminated at parking meters, replaced by mobile app payments. Parking fees will increase across various zones, with green license plate vehicles losing free parking from January 2027. The city is also exploring a system similar to highway sticker checks for monitoring parking compliance. The implementation timeline and details remain unclear, as the city has not provided specific deadlines for these changes.