Prohibition sign · R216
No parking sign (R216)
You may not park on this section of road.
What does the no parking sign mean?
You may not park on this section of road.
What should you do?
Find a permitted parking place. No parking and no stopping are different restrictions.
| Sign code | R216 |
|---|---|
| Sign group | Prohibition signs |
| Applies to | All learner codes (1, 2 and 3) |
| Test section | Road signs and markings |
How to recognise the no parking sign
A red-bordered disc with a blue centre and a single red diagonal bar across it.
Where you will see it
Roads that are narrow, near an intersection, or where a parked vehicle would block other drivers’ view.
What to do when you see it, step by step
- Do not park here at any time of day or night.
- A short stop for a real reason is different from parking.
The common mistake
No parking is not no stopping. The sign that bans all voluntary stops uses a red cross (R217).
About prohibition signs
Prohibition signs show what you may not do, such as overtaking, parking or turning. They are red-ringed circles. The K53 learner's test asks you to recognise signs like the no parking sign (R216) and choose the correct response, so learn both the picture and the action.
How to answer a test question about this sign
- Look at the shape and colour first. They tell you the group: prohibition signs for this one.
- Recall what the sign asks of you: find a permitted parking place. No parking and no stopping are different restrictions.
- Remove the options that describe a different group of sign, then choose the response that matches the action.
Want the full explanation? Read the chapter Prohibition signs and restricted movements.
Signs it is often confused with
Learners mix up signs that look or sound similar. Compare the no parking sign with these:
Maximum speed 100 (R201-100)A white disc with a red border and the number 100.
Maximum speed 120 (R201-120)A white disc with a red border and the number 120.
Maximum speed 30 (R201-30)A white disc with a red border and the number 30.Test yourself: No parking sign questions
1 What does this sign mean?
- Sheep may be on or crossing the road ahead.
- Oncoming traffic uses the road ahead.
- You may not park on this section of road.
Show the answer
Answer C: You may not park on this section of road.
Find a permitted parking place. No parking and no stopping are different restrictions.
Memory tip: R216 · No parking
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2 Which response fits this sign?
- Find a permitted parking place. No parking and no stopping are different restrictions.
- Reduce speed and wait for animals to clear the road.
- Keep left and be alert for vehicles approaching in the opposite direction.
Show the answer
Answer A: Find a permitted parking place. No parking and no stopping are different restrictions.
No parking: You may not park on this section of road.
Memory tip: Find a permitted parking place. No parking and no stopping are different restrictions.
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No parking sign: quick questions
What does the no parking sign (R216) mean?
You may not park on this section of road.
What should you do at the no parking sign?
Do not park here at any time of day or night. A short stop for a real reason is different from parking.
Where will you see the no parking sign?
Roads that are narrow, near an intersection, or where a parked vehicle would block other drivers’ view.
What is the common mistake with the no parking sign?
No parking is not no stopping. The sign that bans all voluntary stops uses a red cross (R217).
Sign artwork: Southern African Development Community (SADC), public domain. AceK53 is an independent study aid. Always confirm test requirements with your driving licence testing centre.