Parking and Transportation Services

Online

Pay through the USC Parking Portal (steps below).

Paying Citations Online: Step-by-Step 

Follow these steps to pay your citation through the online portal: 

Step 1: Go to the USC Parking Portal

Step 2: Log In 

• Students & Employees: Choose “Affiliated Login” and sign in with your university credentials
• Guests/Visitors: Use the “Guest Login” option with your email and password

Step 3: Access Citations  

• Click Menu, then click “Parking Portal” or “Citations” to view or search for your citations
• You can search by either your citation number or your license plate

Important: 

• Enter your citation number or license plate carefully
• Change the license plate state if your vehicle is not registered in South Carolina -  SC is the default

Step 4: Review and Pay  

• Select the citation(s) you'd like to pay
• Click “Add to Cart” or “Pay Now” 

Step 5: Payment Details  

• Enter credit card and billing info (Visa, Mastercard, Discover, AmEx)
• Review and submit payment
• Save or print your receipt

In Person

Visit the PTS office at: 
411 Huger Street, Columbia, SC 29201 
Accepts cash, check, and credit/debit cards 

By Mail

Send a check or money order (no cash) to: 
USC Parking Services
411 Huger Street
Columbia, SC 29201 
Include your citation number and vehicle plate info