New Traffic Fines in Dubai: What You Need to Know

Dubai has recently introduced new traffic fines and laws, aiming to enhance road safety. This aligns with a decree issued by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Vice President and Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates, as well as the Ruler of Dubai. These regulations, effective from July 6, 2023, enforce stricter penalties for individuals who do not comply with them.

Offenders can face fines of up to AED 100,000 and stricter impoundment rules for their vehicles. Motorists are advised to exercise caution and abide by these amended laws, especially regarding vehicle maintenance and modifications.

The Dubai Police and Government have prioritized road safety by implementing these strict measures. Failure to adhere to the updated traffic laws can lead to significant financial penalties and the accumulation of black points on driving records.

It is essential for individuals to be aware of these new traffic fines in Dubai to ensure compliance and avoid the risk of facing penalties or having their vehicles confiscated.

List of New Dubai Traffic Fines

Following is a list of the new Dubai traffic fines, which must be paid to retrieve the vehicle from impound:

Traffic Fine Causing AED 100,000 In Dubai

Road racing without Dubai Police authorization will result in a fine of AED 100,000 to retrieve your car from the impound, as this behavior endangers the safety of people and property on the road.

Traffic Fine Causing AED 50,000 In Dubai

Committing any of the following traffic violations will incur a AED 50,000 fine to release your car from impound:

• Driving recklessly, endangering others on the road.
• Deliberately damaging police vehicles.
• Driving a vehicle under the legal age (18).
• Running a red light.
• Operating a recreational motorcycle on asphalted roads.
• Using a fake number plate or a fraudulent Dubai driving license.

Traffic Fine Causing AED 10,000 In Dubai

If you violate any of these traffic laws, you will need to pay a AED 10,000 fine to retrieve your car from impound:

• Evading or escaping from Dubai Police.
• Driving your car without a number plate.
• Making unauthorized aftermarket modifications that increase speed or noise levels.
• Applying window or windshield tinting beyond the allowed percentage without permission.
• Participating in unauthorized chaotic road activities.

Other Fines & Actions Including Deportation

This serves as a reminder for individuals who may think that leaving a vehicle at the police impound yard will be without consequences. After the impound period, if the owner fails to pay the designated fee and retrieve the vehicle, an additional charge of AED 50 per day will apply for each day the vehicle remains in the impound yard.

The recently implemented traffic fines and laws in Dubai also state that non-UAE drivers operating heavy vehicles will face deportation if they run a red light.