Setting new standards for parking in Latvia

April marked a key milestone in Latvia’s parking landscape, as a new standard was introduced through the collaboration of Snabb, BISS, and Verifone.  

The project spanned four locations in Riga and included off-street, on-street, and pay-on-exit parking. BISS supplied and configured five payment kiosks and three pay-on-exit terminals, developed a custom-branded interface, and integrated the solution with Snabb’s infrastructure. Verifone ensured secure, UX700 Android OS payment device, provides secure, reliable transactions and easily accept any payment type, while Snabb provided the core digital infrastructure that connected and managed all components.

“Working with BISS on this rollout has been a great experience. They really understood what we were aiming for and helped bring it all together — from custom interfaces to smooth on-the-ground execution. It’s exciting to see fully digital parking becoming a reality in Latvia.” - [Snabb]

The result is a modern, fully digital parking system designed to support various parking types and user needs. It integrates ANPR cameras and barriers where needed, real-time data exchange, and flexible payment options — all working together to ensure a smooth, convenient experience for drivers at every location.

Pay-on-exit parking

Shopping center Origo was the main site of this launch and the first location in Latvia to offer a pay-on-exit parking system. The parking area includes two zones, both equipped with ANPR cameras and automatic barriers provided by Snabb.

BISS installed three pay-on-exit terminals positioned at the exit barriers, along with two traditional payment kiosks inside the parking area. This setup provides drivers the flexibility to pay in advance at a kiosk or directly at the exit.

In the pay-on-exit scenario, the process is fast, fully automated, and takes less than 20 seconds. As the vehicle approaches the exit terminal, the license plate number (LPN) is automatically scanned. The system then retrieves the applicable tariff and displays the amount due on the screen. The driver simply taps their card for a contactless payment or can use other POS payment method. Once the payment is confirmed by Snabb’s system, the barrier opens automatically — allowing the driver to exit smoothly and hassle-free. n.

Off-street parking

At both Radisson Blu hotel locations, Snabb operates barrier-controlled off-street parking using ANPR cameras for entry and exit tracking.

BISS installed a payment kiosk at each hotel, allowing guests to enter their license plate number and view the calculated parking fee, which is automatically retrieved from Snabb’s system, and complete the payment on-site. Once paid, BISS sends a confirmation back to Snabb’s system to allow barrier exit. The setup provides a smooth experience for hotel guests without needing any physical tickets or apps.

On-street parking

Unlike the other locations, Lastādijas iela is an open, on-street parking zone without ANPR or barriers.

Here, BISS installed a stand-alone paystation where drivers manually enter their license plate number and select the desired parking time. In this case, tariff calculation is handled directly by the BISS system. After payment, confirmation is sent to Snabb for enforcement purposes, and a digital receipt is available via QR code or email. This setup shows how BISS terminals can work flexibly even in open environments.

Custom interface for Snabb

One of the most important elements of this rollout was the custom interface we built for Snabb payment kiosks. Instead of a generic experience, every terminal — whether on-street, at a hotel, or at an exit lane — follows Snabb visual identity. We designed the screens, flow, language, and logic to reflect Snabb brand, offering drivers a consistent and professional experience from start to finish.

This design-first approach builds user trust, reduces confusion, and strengthens brand visibility — especially important for a fast-growing platform like Snabb.

Modern parking starts with smart payment systems

At BISS, we focus on making parking simpler and smarter for everyone — every day. This project reflects our commitment to delivering modern, flexible solutions that meet the real needs of drivers and parking operators alike.

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