Information sign
In (separate entrance) sign
What does the In (separate entrance) sign mean?
Marks the entrance where there are separate entry and exit points, such as a car park.
Also known as: In sign
What it means
Use this point to enter. A separate exit is provided.
The word IN marks the entry point where a car park, private road or property has separate entrances and exits.
Enter here and leave by the exit marked OUT.
Where you'll see it
At car parks and private roads with separate entry and exit points.
Rules to know
Signs are used where there are separate entry and exit points to and from a car park, private access road or private property.
Know Your Traffic Signs, p. 139
Common mistakes
Mistake: Leaving by the entrance.
Instead: Use the exit marked OUT when leaving.
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Related signs
Used with
Out (separate exit)
Information sign
The matching exit sign.
See also
No entry
Regulatory sign
A red sign that bans entry.
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- Know Your Traffic Signs (Department for Transport, Sixth edition, 2023), Information signs, p. 139
Sign image: Department for Transport, Traffic sign images (diagram 833). © Crown copyright, reused under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
Last reviewed 11 October 2026. This page explains the sign in our own words; for the full rules, see The Highway Code. How we source and check content