Guide to Traffic Fines in Dubai

The public transportation system in the UAE is world-class and is improving every day. However, there are times when you don’t want to deal with public transportation. Driving or renting a car from our luxury car fleet is the best option if you plan to travel alone or in a group. If this is your first time renting a car in the UAE, here is a complete guide to help you out.

But before we start to understand the traffic rules and fine system, we would like to suggest that you first think about the advantages of renting a car in Dubai. Imagine you rent a luxury sports car, for example, rent Lamborghini or rent Ferrari, with a bunch of nice bonuses and driving it along the perfect Dubai roads.

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The black points system in Dubai

From pleasant to realistic, because forewarned is forearmed. Let’s talk about what might happen in case of traffic rules violations when you get a luxury car rental. Black Points is a cumulative system of penalty points that work along with monetary fines for traffic violations. These points are “put” in your personal file upon the commission of an offense (you will be notified of this by SMS within 48 hours). They can be put not only by a police officer but also based on the results of video recording the offense.

As soon as you accumulate 24 black points, RTA (Roads and Transport Authority of Dubai) suspends your driver’s license for 3 months the first time, then 6 months for the second time, and for the third time — for 1 year and you need to retake a driving course and exams at one of the driving schools in Dubai. Anyone can check their points on the Dubai Police website.

Black Points are not with you forever, you can write them off. So, the system works as follows: if you have from 8 to 24 HT, then you can take special courses at the Institute of Road Traffic for additional cost. After successfully completing the course, 8 HT will be written off from the driver's license. In addition, sometimes, on various holidays (for example, Ramadan or Eid al-Fitr), RTA arranges discounts on fines and you can knock them off even more. You can find a full list of violations, the traffic fines in Dubai, and the number of Black Points for them on the official Dubai Police website.

Speed Fines

Dubai has high safety and security standarts, strict enforcement of speed limits is part of a larger initiative to maintain road safety and manage traffic efficiently. The system also includes large fines, black points, and vehicle confiscation for serious traffic violations. Details of these fines and penalties are provided below.

For violations of the rules, your car may also be confiscated, for example, a vehicle confiscation period for crossing the max speed limit of 60km/h is 12 days, and for going over 60 km/h or even 80 km/h — 30 days.

Heavy Vehicle Fines

There is a separate system of rules and traffic fines in Dubai for heavy vehicles:

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It also provides for confiscation measures, as well as freezing of the driver's license; a more detailed list is available on the official police website.

Parking Fines

Fines for parking violations are listed below:

Please note that such violations do not result in confiscation of the vehicle, only parking fines and black points.

Behaviour Fines

Dubai is known for its driving and speed culture, combining strict rules with a community of speeding enthusiasts. Road manners and other rules are also important to follow to avoid getting one of the following fines:

You can also check the period of car confiscation for each violation on the Dubai Police traffic fines page of the website.

Fines of up to AED 10,000

Last year, the UAE introduced new fines, which can now reach up to 10,000 dirhams.

Pay attention to them to avoid unpleasant situations on the road.

Fines of up to AED 50,000

Some traffic fines in Dubai reach up to 50,000 dirhams.

Dubai's traffic rules seem very strict, but they are what make it safe and the road system works smoothly.

Fines of up to AED 100,000

Dubai offers plenty of opportunities to legally drive at high speeds while still being safe. But if you do it in the wrong place and your violation is a repeat one, then be prepared for the heaviest fine:

You definitely don’t want to rent Porsche for some street racing, right? That would be a waste.

Traffic fine notifications

All traffic violations committed by the driver in a rented car are reported to the rental company. When renting a car, a certain amount of deposit is blocked on the driver's credit card, from which fines are subsequently debited. However, information about fines on the Dubai police website is not updated immediately, so the return of the deposit may take up to 30 days after the return of the car, although the exact period depends on the terms of a particular rental company.

Paying Dubai traffic fines

The UAE offers several convenient fine payment options, allowing drivers to pay traffic fines quickly and efficiently:

• Cash Payment – you can pay your fines directly at police stations or fine payment centers across the UAE as these centers are equipped to accept cash payments.
• Credit/Debit Card Payment – another popular option is to use credit or debit cards at police stations or fine payment centers.
• Online Payment – you can pay your fines online through the RTA website or the Dubai Police app, just enter your details (driving license number or vehicle registration number) to view and pay your outstanding fines.
• Mobile apps – payment can also be made using mobile apps such as Apple Pay, Google Pay, and other UAE local banking apps. This method allows you to pay traffic fines directly from your smartphone.

The official deadline for paying fines in the UAE is 15 days from the date of receipt of the notice. By offering multiple payment methods, the UAE ensures that drivers can quickly settle their fines using the most convenient method.

Traffic fine discounts in Dubai

Dubai offers a variety of programs that can help you get significant discounts on fines. Here’s a brief description of the available options:

• If you pay your fine within 60 days of receiving it, you can get a 35% discount. This applies to most fines, except for serious ones like drunk driving or endangering public safety. This initiative encourages you to settle your fines quickly and avoid piling up additional fines.
• For drivers with large fines in Dubai, there is an option to pay in installments. You can avail of an interest-free payment plan for 3, 6, or 12 months if the fine is over AED 5,000. You can also get a 25% discount if you pay on time.
• Dubai regularly offers amnesties, especially on major holidays such as National Day, Eid, or Ramadan. These programs can offer up to 50% off unpaid fines.
• You can make a formal request to have your fine reduced through the RTA if your violation was minor or related to an emergency. While the outcome is not guaranteed, reductions may be offered.

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To pay fines in Dubai with a discount, follow these steps:

• Check eligibility;
• Use the Dubai Police app or RTA website;
• Choose your payment method.

If you qualify, the discount will be applied automatically.