UAE Traffic Fines & Black Points (2026)
Check any UAE fine, understand the black-point system, learn where speed cameras operate and how to pay online.
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UAE figures for July 2026. Verify with Dubai Police or your emirate's authority.
UAE fine amounts 2026
| Category | Violation | Fine (AED) | Points | Suspension |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Speeding | Exceeding limit by 1-20 km/h | 300 | 4 | — |
| Speeding | Exceeding limit by 21-30 km/h | 600 | 6 | — |
| Speeding | Exceeding limit by 31-40 km/h | 700 | 6 | — |
| Speeding | Exceeding limit by 41-50 km/h | 1,000 | 8 | 30 days |
| Speeding | Exceeding limit by 51-60 km/h | 1,500 | 10 | 60 days |
| Speeding | Exceeding limit by 60+ km/h | 2,000 | 23 | Confiscation |
| Red Light | Running a red light | 1,000 | 12 | 30 days |
| Mobile | Using hand-held phone while driving | 800 | 4 | — |
| Seatbelt | Not wearing seatbelt (driver) | 400 | 4 | — |
| Seatbelt | Child not in car seat | 400 | 4 | — |
| Parking | Illegal parking | 500 | 0 | — |
| Parking | Parking in disabled space | 1,000 | 0 | — |
| Dangerous | Dangerous driving | 2,000 | 23 | 60 days |
| Tailgating | Tailgating / unsafe following distance | 400 | 4 | — |
| Overtaking | Illegal overtaking | 600 | 6 | — |
| Alcohol | Driving under influence | 25,000 | 23 | Confiscation |
UAE figures for July 2026. Verify with Dubai Police or your emirate's authority before acting.
How black points work
12
Suspension
Licence suspended for 3 months at 12 points in a year.
24
Confiscation
Vehicle impounded and licence confiscated at 24 points.
−3
On renewal
Points drop by 3 each renewal without a suspension.
UAE speed camera types
Fixed radar
Pole-mounted, catches speeding at a set point.
Red-light camera
Triggers on running a red or blocking the box.
Average-speed
Measures speed between two points over a stretch.
Mobile radar
Unmarked cars and tripods at changing locations.
Traffic fines — frequently asked questions
How do I check my traffic fines in Dubai?
Check Dubai traffic fines at dubaipolice.gov.ae, through the Dubai Police app, via the RTA app, or by calling 901. You will need your vehicle plate number or driving licence number.
How many black points before licence suspension in UAE?
Your UAE driving licence is suspended when you accumulate 12 black points within 12 months. At 24 black points, your licence is confiscated. Points reduce by 3 each time you renew your licence without a suspension.
What is the fine for running a red light in UAE?
Running a red light in the UAE carries a fine of AED 1,000, 12 black points, and a 30-day vehicle confiscation. It is one of the most serious traffic violations under UAE law.
How do I pay a traffic fine in Dubai?
Pay Dubai traffic fines online at pay.dubaipolice.gov.ae, through the Dubai Police app, at any Dubai Police customer service centre, or through select banks and payment kiosks. Abu Dhabi fines are paid through the Abu Dhabi Police portal.
Do UAE traffic fines expire?
UAE traffic fines do not expire and must be paid before renewing your vehicle registration. Unpaid fines may also prevent you from leaving the country at border exits.