Council chiefs are warning residents to avoid scam websites which charge £50 to apply for a blue badge.
They are reminded they can apply for their badge for free from Aberdeen City Council’s website.
The move follows on from officers becoming aware of some people using a third party website which charges approximately £50 for the application.
While these third party websites may be legal, it is stressed applicants do not have to use them.
Infrastructure convener Neil Cooney said: “The ACC Blue Badge application process is easy to use and is free.
“Residents should not have to pay money to apply for their blue badges. Many of the applicants will be more vulnerable so they should be made aware they do not have to pay this extra £50.
“We would ask people to check with any relatives or neighbours to ensure they are aware the application process is free.”
Aberdeen City Council does charge £20 to issue a badge but this money is requested only upon approval, and payment should not be sent with a resident’s application.
Residents can apply for blue badges from the official website www.bluebadgescotland.org, or in person from Marischal College customer service centre, or the customer access points in Kincorth, Mastrick and Woodside.