List of Traffic Violations and Fines in Dubai

Traffic violations in Dubai are punishable by law. Make sure to stay up-to-date with the latest traffic offenses and their respective fines, in order to ensure a safe and fun journey driving through Dubai.

This guide provides the list of traffic violations and fines for driving violations in Dubai, UAE. The fines are listed per violation and include both misdemeanors and felonies, according to Law nr 8 of 1987, issued by the Ruler of Dubai on 30/10/1417H. You may also find some useful information regarding driving licenses in United Arab Emirates (UAE).

The main objective of the UAE Traffic Law is to ensure the safety and welfare of society as a whole by regulating road usage and deterring or preventing violations. For this purpose, penalties are set for each action in order to discourage offenders from repeating such actions.

Wondering what to do if you are involved in a traffic violation in UAE? Here is the list of traffic violations and fines.

 

Speed Violation

ViolationFine (AED)Black Traffic PointsVehicle Retention Period/dayDriving License Block
Unlicensed driving5000
Taking a vehicle below the road’s minimum speed limit if any400
Exceeding the speed limit by more than 80km/h30002360 days for light vehicles60 days for light vehicles
More than 60 kph over the maximum speed limit20001230 days for light vehicles
Not exceeding the speed limit by more than 60 kph1500620 days for light vehicles
Keeping speed to a maximum of 50 kph1000
A speed limit exceedance of 40 kph is not permitted700
No greater than 30 kph over the maximum speed limit600
Not exceeding the speed limit by more than 20 kph300

Plates Violation

ViolationFine (AED)Black Traffic PointsVehicle Retention Period/dayDriving License Block
Not having a license plate on a vehicle30002390 days for light vehicles
a. Having a single-plate vehicle clear vehicle plate400
Using a commercial plate number in violation of the rules5007 days

Violations for Jeopardizing Road Users

ViolationFine (AED)Black Traffic PointsVehicle Retention Period/dayDriving License Block
a. Driving in such a way as to endanger the driver’s or others’ lives or safety
Damage to the public or private property caused by driving a vehicle
2000
2000
23
23
60 days for light vehicles
Alcohol-impaired drivingDecided by court2360 days for light vehicles
Drunk driving or driving under the influence of drugs or other brain-altering substancesDecided by court60 days for light vehicles1-year suspension
a. Driving a heavy vehicle in a way that puts his or other people’s safety, security, or lives at risk
b. Driving a heavy vehicle in such a way that damages public or private properties
300030001-year suspension
1-year suspension
Traffic crossing the red light in heavy vehicles30001-year suspension
The driver of a heavy vehicle who overturns his or another vehicle as a result of an accident30001-year suspension
a. Driving the vehicle in the opposite direction of traffic
b. Driving into an area that is prohibited
6001000487 days for light vehicles7 days
Vehicle suddenly deviates10004
Dangerous reversing5004
a. Passing through red lights for light vehicles
b. Motorcycles running red lights
1000
1000
12
12
30 days
30 days
Dangerously entering a road6006
Taking someone’s lifeDecided by court2360 days for light vehicles
Accidentally injuring someone seriouslyDecided by court2330 days for light vehicles
Accidents caused by non-stop driving500 (light Vehicle)1000 (heavy)8167 days
When driving behind another vehicle, fail to leave a safe distance4004
No clear path to enter the road4004
Noncompliance of drivers with traffic signs and directions500
By placing signs on the road you can cause damage to it or obstruct traffic500
Traffic accident scenes are crowded (rubbernecking)1000
Inaction upon vehicle breakdown in terms of road safety measures500
a. When the motorcycle driver fails to wear a helmet
b. If the passenger does not wear a helmet while riding a motorcycle
500
500
4
4
Making turns or changing directions without using the signal light400
Violation of the traffic compulsory lane for light vehicles400
Bicycles with three or more wheels that are used on roads300090
Disturbing traffic in any manner not specified in this schedule500
a. Turning around in undesignated areas
b. Taking the wrong turn while driving
500
500
4
4
a. Driving without lights at night
b. Driving without lights in foggy weather
c. Ignoring the instructions of the competent authority when driving in foggy weather
500
500
500
4
4
4

Trucks and Heavy Vehicles Violation

ViolationFine (AED)Black Traffic PointsVehicle Retention Period/dayDriving License Block
Heavy vehicles failing to follow the traffic compulsory lane150012
Heavy vehicles overtaking or entering prohibited areas or roads10004
Reflective stickers should not be placed on the backside of trucks and transport vehicles500
Truck exhaust pipes should not be lifted1500
Driving a heavy vehicle without following safety and security regulations20006

Non-Compliance with Traffic Policeman Instructions

ViolationFine (AED)Black Traffic PointsVehicle Retention Period/dayDriving License Block
Failure to follow traffic police instructions4004
Traffic policeman running away800 (light Vehicle)1000 (heavy)121630 days
The use of a foreign driving license, except in certain cases400
Being in possession of a different driving license than that which was granted40012
a. Having a driving license that is expired
b. Failure to renew your registration after three months
50047 days
a. Not having a valid registration card
b. Not having a driver’s license
400
400
In case of a first offense, failure to surrender a license after accumulating maximum black points1000
If the maximum number of black points is accrued in the second traffic violation, the driving license is not handed over2000
When the maximum black points on a driving license are exceeded, failure to provide a driving license accrued in the third traffic violation3000

Wrong Parking and Overtaking

ViolationFine (AED)Black Traffic PointsVehicle Retention Period/dayDriving License Block
Truckers overtaking from a prohibited area30001-year suspension
Overtaking at the wrong time6006
Overtaking from the shoulder of the road10006
Taking a shortcut from an unapproved location600
a. Parking in front of fire hydrants
b. Parking in special-needs spaces
10006
A driver who stops without a valid reason in the middle of the road10006
Getting off at the yellow box junction stopping
the vehicle on the left side of a public road in an area that is prohibited
500
1000
Stopping vehicles at pedestrian crossings500
Blocking the movement of vehicles by parking behind them500
Taxis without designated pick-up areas stop in places that are not designated5004
Avoiding stopping the vehicle within the legal distance from a curve, junction, or turn500
Not securing the vehicle while parked500
Parked improperly500
a. Stopping in a way that exposes pedestrians to danger
b. Blocking the movement of pedestrians with a vehicle
400
400
Pavement parking400

Vehicles Registration and Traffic Permits Violations

ViolationFine (AED)Black Traffic PointsVehicle Retention Period/dayDriving License Block
Not obtaining a permit from the competent authority before operating machines or construction equipment1500
a. Uninsured driving
b. Operating unlicensed vehicles on the road
50047 days
Vehicles being used for purposes other than those designated3004
Transporting and carrying passengers without permission on the vehicle30002430 days
Carrying hazardous or inflammable materials without permission30002460 days
Unauthorized use of vehicles in marches500415 days

Horn Violations

ViolationFine (AED)Black Traffic PointsVehicle Retention Period/dayDriving License Block
a. Disturbing others with the horn or the vehicle radio
b. Endangering others by driving in residential areas, around educational institutions, or around hospitals
400
400
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Buses Violations and the Stop Sign

ViolationFine (AED)Black Traffic PointsVehicle Retention Period/dayDriving License Block
Activating the stop sign or not adhering to traffic instructions by the school bus driver5006
A school bus driver activates the stop sign and the driver fails to stop100010
Other than the authorized situations, driving on lanes for buses and taxis400

Violations Related to Pedestrians and Priority

ViolationFine (AED)Black Traffic PointsVehicle Retention Period/dayDriving License Block
Convoys, ambulances, police, and emergency vehicles must have priority10006
In pedestrian crossings, pedestrians are not given priority5006
Prioritizing vehicles coming from the west back or the left side of the road400
Pedestrians crossing roads from undesignated areas or failing to obey traffic signals400

Violations Inside the Vehicle

ViolationFine (AED)Black Traffic PointsVehicle Retention Period/dayDriving License Block
a. Texting while driving
b. Distractions while driving
8004
The front seat of a car can be occupied by children under 10 years of age or shorter than 145 cm400
Children under the age of 4 cannot be properly seated in the car’s child seat400
a. Driver not wearing a seat belt
b. Passengers not wearing seat belts
4004

Violations in the Vehicle Installations

ViolationFine (AED)Black Traffic PointsVehicle Retention Period/dayDriving License Block
a. Operating a vehicle that does not meet the safety and security standards


b. Operating an unfit vehicle
500
Placement of stickers or writing on vehicles without permission500
a. Excessive tinting of the vehicle
b. Tinting non-permitted vehicles
1500
Not obtaining permission to modify a vehicle’s engine or chassis10001230 days
Driving on expired tires50047 days
a. Doing core adjustments to the vehicle’s engine without inspecting it
b. Making core body adjustments without examining the vehicle afterward
400
If your vehicle’s lights don’t work4006
a. In the event that the changing lane lights do not work
b. There is no light on the vehicle’s rear sign
4002
Unauthorized color change of a vehicle800
a. There are no lights on the rear or sides of the trailer container
b. A trailer container without a backlight or sidelights
5004

Load Violations

ViolationFine (AED)Black Traffic PointsVehicle Retention Period/dayDriving License Block
a. Endangering others by loading heavy vehicles incorrectly
b. Loading heavy vehicles in an unsafe manner
20006
When the trucks’ loads aren’t covered3000
Unloading and loading in the wrong areas10004
a. Unauthorized towing of a boat or carriage
b. Hauling a boat or a carriage without complying with safety and security regulations
1000
a. Endangering others while loading a light vehicle
b. Loading the light vehicle in a dangerous manner
5004
Light vehicles that are overloaded or have unframed loads5004

Transport Vehicles Violations

ViolationFine (AED)Black Traffic PointsVehicle Retention Period/dayDriving License Block
Passengers are transported in vehicles10004
Transport vehicles that are overloaded50047 days

Training Vehicles Violations

ViolationFine (AED)Black Traffic PointsVehicle Retention Period/dayDriving License Block
The use of training vehicles at times other than those specified by licensing authorities or in areas not designated by licensing authorities400
a. The training vehicle may not be labeled as a training vehicle
b. Without the permission of the competent authority, provide training in a vehicle designated for training
c. Training on driving without permission
500
While training, one does not hold a training permit300

Environment Violations

ViolationFine (AED)Black Traffic PointsVehicle Retention Period/dayDriving License Block
Heavy vehicles leak or spew loads300012
Being behind the wheel of a noisy vehicle200012
Polluting your vehicle10006
Vehicles throwing waste onto the road10006
A light vehicle’s load leaks or falls500

*To obtain current information, please be sure to check the Roads & Transport Authority’s (RTA) site or call 800-90-90

Final Words

The list includes the fines for breaking traffic rules. If you are living in Dubai, then you must make sure you are aware of all these traffic violations because most of these violations are considered to be quite dangerous for people and for those on a busy road. We hope the list proves helpful to you, and if you are ever in trouble with any fine or ticket, never forget to contact the best Dubai Traffic Lawyers Firm to help with your case.

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