Whether you’re driving in Dubai, a newcomer exploring the city’s roads for the first time, or a resident navigating its bustling streets, one important aspect demands your close attention: traffic violations. Dubai is known for its strict enforcement of traffic rules, which are monitored and maintained by Dubai Police, with a well-established fine system designed to ensure safety and order on the road. Understanding these rules and the process of paying fines is essential for every driver to ensure smooth and legal driving in the city, Khaleej Times has reported. Here are the answers to 10 key questions about traffic fines and how to pay them:
1. How do I check if I have a traffic fine in Dubai?
The Dubai Police website and mobile app offer a user-friendly interface for checking and paying traffic fines. Here’s how you can do it:
- Visit the Dubai Police website (www.dubaipolice.gov.ae) or the smart app
- Find the “Services” tab.
- Select “Traffic Services” or go to the “Request and Pay Fines” section on the home page.
2. How do I check the fines on my rental car?
If you have received a notice of a fine on your rental car, you can still check the fine on the Dubai Police website or app. You can also check the presence of traffic fines by calling the one-stop call center (901). The “TAMM” app or the Ministry of Interior (MOI) app (8005000) are convenient for Abu Dhabi.
3. How long does it take for a traffic fine to appear?
The exact timing for fines to appear on your driving record depends on the violation and the efficiency of the administrative process. However, they usually appear within a few days or weeks of the violation. It is always advisable to check your driving record regularly or contact Dubai Police for information on traffic fines.
4. How to check Salik fines?
You can easily check if you have a Salik fine in your name on the toll booth operator’s website. Go to the “violations” tab and then enter your vehicle details to check the violations. Motorists can choose to view the violations that have already been paid.
5. What happens if you accidentally run a red light?
Running a red light in Dubai is considered a serious offense and leads to a fine of AED 1,000 plus 12 black points in addition to the confiscation of the vehicle for 30 days. To get the vehicle released, the driver must pay AED 50,000. Even if you do it accidentally, the penalty will remain the same.
6. How many black points are allowed in Dubai? How to remove them?
In addition to the fine paid for running a red light in Dubai, the offender should also be aware of the number of traffic points that will be added to their record, as the maximum number of black points allowed in a year is 24. If you accumulate one or more black points in a year, your driving license may be suspended for a certain period of time.
To remove black points from your driving record, you must attend a defensive driving course offered by Dubai Police. The course is designed to improve your driving skills and knowledge of traffic rules. After successfully completing the course, the black points will be removed from your record. You can contact Dubai Police or visit their website to find out more about the courses available and how to register.
7. What is the penalty for using a phone while driving?
Using a handheld mobile phone while driving carries a fine of AED 800 plus four black points.
8. How to pay unpaid fines?
Unpaid fines, often referred to as blocked or blocked, can be particularly confusing at first. These fines usually come with black points in addition to a monetary fine. Check out the full guide here. To resolve the issue in Dubai, a driver should contact the Traffic Department via email at [email protected] or visit the relevant departments listed below:
- Deira Traffic Department (opposite Terminal 2)
- Barsha Traffic Department (on the same side of Mall of the Emirates, opposite Sheikh Zayed Road)
9. Can I pay a Dubai Police fine using Tabby?
Payment of traffic fines can be done using Tabby; a “buy now, pay later” service. To pay a traffic fine this way, you can visit the Tabby website or download the Tabby app on your smartphone. From there, you can select the option to pay your traffic fines and follow the instructions provided.
10. How can I contact Dubai Police via WhatsApp?
Dubai Police currently does not have an official WhatsApp contact for general inquiries or emergencies. However, you can contact them through their official channels such as the non-emergency hotline on 901 or by visiting website www.dubaipolice.gov.ae. They can also be contacted through social media platforms such as Twitter and Instagram.