Knowing the rules of the road is crucial if you’re driving in Abu Dhabi. UAE drivers have a duty to drive responsibly. Keeping up with the traffic laws in Abu Dhabi will save you money on traffic fines and ensure that you drive safely.
In the first six months of 2021, Abu Dhabi Police issued more than 27,000 fines for distracted driving.
Another report says that more than 700 drivers were fined Dh2,000 for driving noisy cars in Abu Dhabi. There are also fines that can reach Dh3000 if dirty vehicles are parked for a longer duration.
It can be difficult, however, for someone new to Abu Dhabi to grasp all these rules and understand the lengthy list of violations and fines.
To make things easier for you, we divided traffic violations into different categories based on their nature.
Traffic Citations
Speeding Violations Fines
Violation |
Fine (AED) |
Black Points |
Vehicle Confiscation |
|---|---|---|---|
Speeding over 80 km/h |
3000 |
23 |
60 days for LV |
Speeding over 60 km/h |
2000 |
12 |
30 days for LV |
Speeding no more than 60 km/h |
1500 |
6 |
15 days for LV |
Speeding no more than 50 km/h |
1000 |
– |
– |
Speeding no more than 40 km/h |
700 |
– |
– |
Speeding no more than 30 km/h |
600 |
– |
– |
Speeding no more than 20 km/h |
300 |
– |
– |
Driving below the minimum speed limit |
400 |
– |
– |
Vehicle License Plates Fines
Violation |
Fine (AED) |
Black Points |
Vehicle Confiscation |
|---|---|---|---|
No number plate |
3000 |
23 |
90 days for LV |
Single/unclear license plate |
400 |
– |
– |
Improperly used number plate |
500 |
– |
7 days |
Abu Dhabi Police fined Dh400 each for 1000s of motorists whose number plates are not visible.
The Abu Dhabi Police said in the last six months they had fined 5,177 drivers for this reason. There were 5,380 motorists fined last year for the same offense.
The force reminded motorists to keep their registration plates visible and to avoid transporting items that might partially or entirely mask them.
A vehicle whose number plate has been tampered with will be confiscated in accordance with UAE traffic law. Dh50,000 must be paid in order for it to be released.
Reckless Driving Fines
Violation |
Fine (AED) |
Black Points |
Vehicle Confiscation |
|---|---|---|---|
Endanger lives or properties |
2000 |
23 |
60 days for LV |
Influence of alcohol or leading to someone’s death |
By Court |
23 |
60 days for LV |
Serious accident or injuries |
By Court |
23 |
30 days for LV |
Influence of drugs |
By Court |
– |
60 days for LV |
Endanger lives/damage property with heavy vehicle |
3000 |
– |
– |
Not stop after an accident |
500-LV | 1000-HV |
8-LV | 16-HV |
7 days for LV |
Crossing a red light |
1000 |
12 |
30 days |
Entering a prohibited zone |
1000 |
8 |
7 days for LV |
Driving dangerously |
600 |
6 |
– |
Driving opposite direction |
600 |
4 |
7 days for LV |
Road deviation suddenly |
1000 |
4 |
– |
Dangerously reversing |
500 |
4 |
– |
Not keeping a safe distance b/w vehicles |
400 |
4 |
– |
Entering a blocked/ unclear road |
400 |
4 |
– |
No helmet (motorcycle) |
500 |
4 (driver) |
– |
Wrong turns/U-turns |
500 |
4 |
– |
Driving w/o lights (night/foggy weather) |
500 |
4 |
– |
Not following traffic signs |
500 |
– |
– |
No safety measures on vehicle breakdown |
500 |
– |
– |
Causing a disturbance in traffic |
500 |
– |
– |
Not using indicators |
400 |
– |
– |
Not using lane rules |
400 |
– |
– |
Crowding accident scene |
1000 |
– |
– |
As shown by statistics and analytical studies, distracted driving is one of the most dangerous offenses, as it can lead to serious injuries or deadly accidents, explains Abu Dhabi Police’s traffic directorate.
Driving License Fines
Violation |
Fine (AED) |
Black Points |
Vehicle Confiscation |
|---|---|---|---|
Using different class of license |
400 |
12 |
– |
Expired license or vehicle registration |
500 |
4 |
7 days for LV |
Driving on a non-permitted foreign license |
400 |
– |
– |
Failure to show vehicle registration card & driving license |
400 |
– |
– |
Drivers with maximum black points that have not yet submitted their licenses to Abu Dhabi police may face heavy fines:
- First violation: AED 1000
- Second violation: AED 2000
- Third violation: AED 3000
Parking and Overtaking Fines
Violation |
Fine (AED) |
Black Points |
Vehicle Confiscation |
|---|---|---|---|
Overtaking incorrectly |
600 |
6 |
– |
Overtaking hard shoulder |
1000 |
6 |
– |
Stopping middle of the road w/o a valid reason |
1000 |
6 |
– |
Parking in front of a fire hydrant/special needs |
1000 |
6 |
– |
Overtaking from a prohibited zone |
3000 |
– |
– |
Stopping on road’s left shoulder in prohibited zones |
1000 |
– |
– |
Overtaking from a prohibited zone |
600 |
– |
– |
Stopping in the yellow box |
500 |
– |
– |
Stopping on a pedestrian crossing |
500 |
– |
– |
Parking to block other vehicles or their movement |
500 |
– |
– |
Parking vehicle improperly or w/o securing |
500 |
– |
– |
Stopping to block pedestrian movement |
400 |
– |
– |
Parking on the pavement |
400 |
– |
– |
The Abu Dhabi Police issued a warning to drivers after an accident on a hard shoulder.
This video shows the SUV driver failing to signal while changing lanes. He overtakes from the hard shoulder, which is often used for parking cars to avoid interfering with traffic.
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There are now hefty fines being imposed by the Abu Dhabi police for crowding at accident scenes, which makes ambulances more difficult to arrive.
These penalties are aimed at deterring the public from committing such negative actions, which in turn allows those providing emergency assistance to do their jobs more efficiently.
As well as a penalty of Dh2,000, if you happen to park your vehicle at bus stops which can lead to traffic jams.
Vehicle Registration and Permits Fines
Violation |
Fine (AED) |
Black Points |
Vehicle Confiscation |
|---|---|---|---|
Transporting passengers w/o permission |
3000 |
24 |
30 days |
Carrying inflammable or hazardous material w/o permission |
3000 |
24 |
60 days |
Driving w/o insurance/unlicensed vehicle |
500 |
4 |
7 days |
Using the vehicle for other than intended purposes |
300 |
4 |
– |
Operating industrial and construction vehicles w/o permission |
1500 |
– |
– |
Vehicle’s Condition and Installations Fines
Violation |
Fine (AED) |
Black Points |
Vehicle Confiscation |
|---|---|---|---|
Modifying engine or chassis w/o permission |
1000 |
12 |
30 days |
Driving with non-functioning lights |
400 |
6 |
– |
Driving with expired tires |
500 |
4 |
7 days |
Trailers with broken or non-functioning rear or sidelights |
500 |
4 |
– |
Non-functioning side or rear indicators |
400 |
2 |
– |
Tinting w/o permission or exceeding its limits |
1500 |
– |
– |
Changing color of vehicle w/o permission |
800 |
– |
– |
Driving an unfit vehicle |
500 |
– |
– |
Placing stickers or writing phrases on vehicle w/o permission |
500 |
– |
– |
Failure to examine vehicle after major modifications to its body or engine |
400 |
– |
– |
Load and Heavy Vehicles Fines
Violation |
Fine (AED) |
Black Points |
Vehicle Confiscation |
|---|---|---|---|
Failure of HV to abide by lane discipline |
1500 |
12 |
– |
Driving HV w/o compliance to safety & security measures |
2000 |
6 |
– |
Overtaking or entering prohibited roads or zones |
1000 |
4 |
– |
Failure to uplift exhaust pipe of trucks |
1500 |
– |
– |
Failure to place reflective stickers at the rear of trucks or transport vehicles |
500 |
– |
– |
Loading HV to endanger others or damage the roads |
2000 |
6 |
– |
Noncompliance of loading/unloading in designated zones |
1000 |
4 |
– |
Driving w/o covering load on trucks |
3000 |
– |
– |
Trailing boat or carriage w/o permission or regards to security measures |
1000 |
– |
– |
Loading or overloading LV to endanger others or damage road |
500 |
4 |
– |
Other Fines
Violation |
Fine (AED) |
Black Points |
Vehicle Confiscation |
|---|---|---|---|
Failure to offer priority to service vehicles including ambulances, police, and official convoys |
1000 |
6 |
– |
Not offering priority at a pedestrian crossing |
500 |
6 |
– |
Not offering priority to vehicles coming in from rear/left side of the road |
400 |
– |
– |
Using horn/radio in a disturbing manner |
400 |
4 |
– |
Using mobile/gadgets while driving |
800 |
4 |
– |
Allowing children (<10 years old) to sit at the front seat |
400 |
– |
– |
Not installing child seats for children under 4 years old |
400 |
– |
– |
Failure to fasten seatbelt (driver & passenger) |
400 |
4 (driver) |
– |
Transporting passengers in an undesignated vehicle |
1000 |
4 |
– |
Overloading of transport vehicle |
500 |
4 |
7 days |
Driving training vehicles at unpermitted times or in undesignated zones |
400 |
– |
– |
Training on an unlabelled training vehicle or w/o authority permission |
500 |
– |
– |
Training w/o training permit |
300 |
– |
– |
Leakage or spilling of load from HV or LV |
3000-HV | 500-LV |
12-HV |
– |
Driving a noisy vehicle |
2000 |
12 |
– |
Driving a vehicle that increases pollution |
1000 |
6 |
– |
Throwing waste from vehicle |
1000 |
6 |
– |
Failure to follow instructions from the traffic policeman |
400 |
4 |
– |
Trying to escape traffic policeman |
1000-HV | 800-LV |
16-HV | 12-LV |
30 days for LV |
Driving leisure bikes of 3 or more wheels |
3000 |
– |
– |
Black Points
Black Points reflect the quality and driving skills in you as a driver. You receive a fine and a black point for every law you break.
Your license will be suspended if you accumulate more than 24 black points.
The least black points you get is 4, while the maximum is 23.
In most cases, black points are added to the driver’s license, but if the driver happens to be unavailable, the points are added to the owner’s license.
How To Check & Pay Your Traffic Fines
The easiest way to pay traffic fines is to conduct inquiries and payments online. In order to assist you, the following portals can be accessed:
- Abu Dhabi Police Portal
- Emirates Vehicle Gate (EVG)
- Abu Dhabi Police Mobile App
- TAMM
- UAE Ministry of Interior (MOI)
- Self Service Kiosks (SAHL)
Most portals offer mobile app services to make the process of fine payment more accessible.
The procedural summary will allow you to easily use any of the mentioned portals.
Abu Dhabi Police Portal
You can check your traffic fines on the Abu Dhabi Police Portal. Here are the details you will need:
- Unified Traffic Number
- Emirates ID
- Vehicle Number Plate
- Driving License
In order to pay fines online, register with your Emirates ID for Abu Dhabi Police e-service and receive a one-time password (OTP). You will need a username and password to complete the process.
https://es.adpolice.gov.ae/trafficservices/finespublic/inquiry.aspx?Culture=en
You should be able to view the details of your violations and pending fines. You can finalize the transaction by paying with Visa or MasterCard.
Emirates Vehicle Gate (EVG)
By using the EVG website, one can pay fines in a similar manner to the Abu Dhabi Police Portal.
You can, however, also get private services like insurance, accident claims, and renewal of your policy.
You can start the process by clicking on Pay Traffic Fines on their website. You can also pay your fines remotely with their mobile app.
https://evg.ae/_layouts/EVG/finepayment0.aspx?language=en
Abu Dhabi Police Mobile App
The app is designed to handle all traffic-related issues.
Aside from traffic fine payment, the app also provides numerous features such as traffic profiles, fine histories, registration plates, updates on the traffic situation, black points, and locations of police stations.
Abu Dhabi Police App for Android or iOS
TAMM
To process payments, log in to TAMM using your UAE PASS or SmartPass. The number on your vehicle’s registration plate and your Emirates ID is required to pay traffic fines.
The service is run by Abu Dhabi Police. For assistance, call its service center at 8003333.
https://www.tamm.abudhabi/en/aspects-of-life/vehiclestransportation/trafficviolationsandfines
UAE Ministry of Interior (MOI)
Online payment of traffic fines can be accessed at the MOI website under Electronic Services.
Register for an account to pay fines. You can also sign in with UAE PASS and then click on the traffic and license services.
After that, you can search the fine record and make a payment. You can also download the MOI app for Android and Apple devices.
https://www.moi.gov.ae/en/eservices/login.aspx
It is, however, required that you create an account, either through your Emirate ID or using a valid e-mail address, before you can access the service.
Self Service Kiosks (SAHL) KIOSKS
The SAHL, or Smart Teller Kiosk, is a digital e-payment machine located across Abu Dhabi.
This could be advantageous for motorists not familiar with online methods of paying fines.
You can use these machines to inquire and pay traffic fines, as well as replace your driver’s license or vehicle registration certificate.
By inserting your Emirates ID, you will be presented with information about all the vehicles registered to you.
Payment of fines is now a lot more convenient thanks to these kiosks.
How can I get a discount on Abu Dhabi traffic fines?
- Everyone does not intentionally violate traffic regulations. Violations of traffic rules may be caused by anything, but paying a fine is inevitable. In Abu Dhabi, traffic fines are very high.
- Abu Dhabi motorists can sigh with relief because they can get a discount on traffic fines.
- Those who pay their traffic fines within 60 days can get a 35% discount. In addition, discounts are applied to late payment fees as well as impound fees.
To get the discount, follow these steps:
- Go to the Abu Dhabi Police Headquarters and visit the “Fines Department”
- Documents such as Emirates IDs, driving licenses, and registrations are required
- The executive will provide a printout of the violations.
- Traffic authorities will provide a form requesting the violation be transferred to the traffic court.
Within 48 hours of receiving the application, once the application has been approved, motorists will receive a letter confirming the application.
If the applicant would like to avail of the discount and get the fee waived, he or she must bring the documents to the traffic court.
Discounts on traffic fines in Abu Dhabi are not available in the following circumstances:
- Using the Abu Dhabi fine traffic discount, you cannot drop license suspension and black point charges.
- Traffic fine discounts are not applicable If a driver has 24 black points on their license.
- If you are caught driving on a drunken or drugged basis, the court will decide how much your fine will be.
- If you have a hefty traffic fine to pay, you can arrange to have it paid in installments.
- You must clear traffic fines first if you plan to leave the country.
Is it possible to pay traffic fines offline in Abu Dhabi?
- If you want to pay in cash, you should visit the traffic department’s Baniyas East office. The office is open from 7:30 am to 2:30 pm.
- Alternatively, you can pay over the phone by calling the traffic hotline at 8003333 and following the instructions.
Is it possible to pay Abu Dhabi traffic fines in installments?
- Payment of traffic fines in Abu Dhabi is possible through one of the partner banks in the city.
- Using a credit card, you can pay traffic fines in interest-free installments at any of the following banks,
- Among the banks, you can choose from Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank (ADCB), Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB), Emirates Islamic Bank, First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB), and Mashreq Al Islami.
Black point systems and hefty fines keep the roads safe for all. People are more likely to be careful on the road when they know how much a mistake can actually cost.
Keeping the city safer requires strict adherence to these laws. To experience Abu Dhabi’s safety on the roads without owning your own vehicle, take a look at all these Abu Dhabi used cars for sale and find one that suits you.
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