Dubai Traffic Fines & Black Points (Complete List 2025)

If you want to drive in Dubai, you need to know the strict rules. Dubai has high-tech cameras and tracking systems that catch violations right away. So, if you’re not careful, the fines can be very expensive. 

Traffic fines in Dubai range from AED 300 for small violations to AED 100,000 for major ones, like driving without a license. Meanwhile, the Black Points system adds another layer of fines since if you get 24 points, you lose your license for months. 

We’ll talk about Dubai traffic fines, the black points system, saving options, and useful ways to keep your driving record clean and stay safe on the roads in this full guide.

What Are Dubai Traffic Fines and How Do They Work?

When cars break the rules of the road, they have to pay a traffic fine. The system will catch you if you speed, park wrong, or forget to put on your seatbelt.

Dubai has smart technology all over the place. There are thousands of cameras on every street, highway, and crossroads in the city. If you go too fast and hit a speed camera, it takes a picture immediately. This also happens at traffic lights, so if you run a red light, the camera will catch you.

Plus, the system automatically reads your license plate number, and within minutes, your violation gets logged into the computer system. 

Who Gives You These Fines?

Two main organizations process traffic fines in Dubai:

• Dubai Police: They catch serious violations like drunk driving and reckless behavior
• RTA (Roads and Transport Authority): They handle everyday violations like parking and speeding

Both work together to monitor Dubai’s roads 24/7.

What Happens After You Get a Fine?

The process is straightforward:

1. Instant Recording: Your violation gets saved in the system immediately
2. SMS Alert: You receive a text message within 48 hours telling you about the fine
3. Official Notice: The system sends details about what you did wrong and how much you owe
4. Payment Time: You get time to pay the fine before it increases

The text message includes your violation type, fine amount, and any black points added to your record. You can check all your fines online using your license plate number or driving license details.

What Are Black Points?

Black points are like penalty marks on your driving record, and every time you break certain traffic rules, the system adds points to your license. These points stay there and accumulate over time.

The concept of black points is straightforward. Different violations carry different point values:

• Minor violations = 2-4 points (like not wearing a seatbelt)
• Moderate violations = 6-8 points (like wrong parking or moderate speeding)
• Serious violations = 12-16 points (like running red lights or heavy speeding)
• Dangerous violations = 23-24 points (like drunk driving or reckless behavior)

When you commit a violation, the points get added automatically to your record. At the same time, the system sends you an SMS telling you about the new points on your license.

The silver lining in the black points system is that they don’t stay forever since each point expires exactly one year after the violation date. So if you got 4 points on January 1st, 2024, those points disappear on January 1st, 2025.

What Happens After 24 Points?

• Total: 24 points = License suspended for 3 months

24 black points are the danger zone. Once you reach this number, serious consequences begin:

First Time Reaching 24 Points:

• License suspended for 3 months
• Cannot drive legally during this period
• Must wait for suspension to end

Second Time Reaching 24 Points:

• License suspended for 6 months
• Longer waiting period before you can drive again

Third Time Reaching 24 Points:

• License suspended for 1 full year
• Must retake driving lessons at an approved school
• Must pass the driving test again
• Start over like a new driver

How to Check Your Current Points

You can check your points anytime through 4 main methods:

• Dubai Police website (free checking)
• Dubai Police mobile app
• RTA website and app
• SMS service to 7275

The system shows your total current points, individual violations, and expiration dates for each point. 

How to Avoid Accumulating Points?

Smart drivers check their points every month using the Dubai Police app. The system tells you how many points you have right now and when every violation ends. Always stay far below 20 points to keep a safety buffer.

Most drivers who do well follow these rules:

• Check points every month
• Pay your penalties within 60 days to get a price reduction.
• When you reach 15 points, take the course to get rid of points.
• In the final month before points run out, drive carefully. 

Complete Dubai Traffic Fines List 2025

Let’s get straight to the complete list of all traffic fines in Dubai. 

1. Speed Violations

Speeding is what gets most drivers in trouble.

Speed Over Limit	Fine Amount	Black Points	Car Confiscation
Under 20 km/h	AED 300	0	None
20-30 km/h over	AED 600	0	None
30-40 km/h over	AED 700	0	None
40-50 km/h over	AED 1,000	0	None
50-60 km/h over	AED 1,500	6	15 days
Over 60 km/h	AED 2,000	12	30 days
Over 80 km/h	AED 2,000	12	30 days
Driving too slowly	AED 400	4	None

Quick tip: Notice how fines jump dramatically after 50 km/h over the limit. That’s when you start getting black points and losing your car.

2. Parking Violations

Wrong parking can cost you serious money, especially in protected areas.

Parking Violation	Fine Amount	Black Points	Why It’s Protected
Fire hydrant area	AED 1,000	6	Emergency access
Disabled parking	AED 1,000	6	Reserved for special needs
Yellow box junction	AED 1,000	6	Traffic flow
Pedestrian crossing	AED 500	0	Walker safety
Pavement parking	AED 400	0	Sidewalk access
Blocking other cars	AED 500	0	Traffic movement
General wrong parking	AED 500	0	Basic parking rules
Left side prohibited areas	AED 1,000	0	Road safety

3. Safety and Equipment Violations

These fines focus on keeping everyone safe on the road.

Safety Violation	Fine Amount	Black Points	Vehicle Taken
No seatbelt (driver)	AED 400	4	None
Passenger no seatbelt	AED 400	4	None
Phone while driving	AED 800	4	None
No helmet (motorcycle)	AED 500	4	None
Passenger no helmet	AED 500	4	None
Child in the front seat	AED 400	0	None
No child car seat	AED 400	4	None
Sudden swerving	AED 1,000	4	None
No safe distance	AED 400	4	None
Dangerous reversing	AED 500	4	None

4. Traffic Signal and Road Rule Violations

Running red lights and breaking road rules carry heavy penalties.

Violation	Fine Amount	Black Points	Car Confiscation
Red light (cars)	AED 1,000	12	30 days
Red light (motorcycles)	AED 1,000	12	30 days
School bus stop sign	AED 1,000	10	None
Wrong road entry	AED 1,000	8	7 days
Dangerous road entry	AED 600	6	None
Driving against traffic	AED 600	4	7 days
Wrong turning	AED 500	4	None
Overtaking the hard shoulder	AED 1,000	6	None
Overtaking wrong place	AED 600	0	None

5. Vehicle Documentation Violations

Keep your paperwork updated or face these fines.

Documentation Issue	Fine Amount	Black Points	Car Confiscation
No registration	AED 500	4	7 days
Expired registration	AED 500	4	7 days
No insurance	AED 500	4	7 days
Expired license	AED 500	4	7 days
Foreign license (illegal)	AED 1,000	4	7 days
Expired tires	AED 500	4	7 days
No number plates	AED 3,000	23	90 days
Wrong license use	AED 400	12	None

6. Environmental and Noise Violations

Dubai takes environmental protection seriously.

Environmental Issue	Fine Amount	Black Points	Car Confiscation
Noisy vehicle	AED 2,000	12	None
Pollution causing	AED 1,000	6	None
Littering from a car	AED 1,000	6	None
Horn misuse	AED 400	4	None
Poor lights	AED 400	6	None
Poor indicators	AED 400	2	None

7. Serious Criminal Traffic Offenses

These violations are treated like crimes and carry severe consequences.

Serious Offense	Fine Amount	Black Points	Car Confiscation	Additional Penalty
Drunk driving	AED 20,000 + court	23	60 days	Possible jail
Reckless driving	AED 2,000	23	60 days	License risk
Causing death	Court decision	23	60 days	Criminal charges
Causing injury	Court decision	23	30 days	Legal action
Hit and run (light car)	AED 500	8	60 days	Investigation
Hit and run (heavy vehicle)	AED 1,000	16	60 days	Investigation
Fleeing police (light car)	AED 800	12	30 days	Criminal record
Fleeing police (heavy vehicle)	AED 1,000	16	30 days	Criminal record

8. Heavy Vehicle Specific Violations

Special rules apply to trucks, buses, and large vehicles.

Heavy Vehicle Violation	Fine Amount	Black Points	Car Confiscation
Load leaking/falling	AED 3,000	12	None
Lane discipline violation	AED 1,500	12	None
Dangerous loading (others)	AED 2,000	6	None
Dangerous loading (road)	AED 2,000	6	None
School bus safety violation	AED 500	6	None
Prohibited entry	AED 1,000	4	None
Poor/no rear lights	AED 500	4	None

9. Passenger Transport Violations

These are rules for taxis, buses, and passengers. 

Transport Violation	Fine Amount	Black Points	Car Confiscation
Illegal passenger transport	AED 300	24	None
Unlicensed passenger service	AED 1,000	4	60 days
Taxi wrong pickup area	AED 500	4	None
Passenger limit exceeded	AED 500	4	None
Hazardous material transport	AED 3,000	24	30 days
Unauthorized motorcade participation	AED 500	4	15 days
Vehicle purpose misuse	AED 300	4	None

10. Vehicle Loading and Cargo Violations

Loading your vehicle incorrectly can be dangerous and expensive.

Loading Violation	Fine Amount	Black Points	Car Confiscation
Unauthorized load on the vehicle	AED 500	4	None
Dangerous loading	AED 500	4	None
Load protruding illegally	AED 500	4	None
Heavy vehicle dangerous load (others)	AED 2,000	6	None
Heavy vehicle dangerous load (road)	AED 2,000	6	None
Load is leaking from a heavy vehicle	AED 3,000	12	None

11. Additional Equipment and Technical Violations

Your car must meet safety standards since poor equipment leads to fines.

Equipment Issue	Fine Amount	Black Points	Vehicle Taken
Poor rear light condition	AED 400	2	None
Poor indicator performance	AED 400	2	None
Poor light conditions	AED 400	6	None
No side lights (heavy vehicles)	AED 500	4	None
Poor side lights (heavy vehicles)	AED 500	4	None
Engine/chassis modification is illegal	AED 1,000	12	None
Vehicle color change, no permission	AED 800	0	None

12. Special Driving Behavior Violations

These violations target specific dangerous behaviors on Dubai roads.

Behavior Violation	Fine Amount	Black Points	Car Confiscation
Distracted while driving	AED 800	4	None
Dismissing police instructions	AED 400	4	None
Entering the road without ensuring clear	AED 400	4	None
Stopping for no apparent reason	AED 1,000	6	None
Participating unauthorized motorcade	AED 500	4	15 days
Misuse of the vehicle for a purpose	AED 300	4	None
Crowding around accident sites	AED 1,000	0	30 days

13. Road Entry and Traffic Flow Violations

Getting onto roads wrong or blocking traffic flow costs money.

Traffic Flow Violation	Fine Amount	Black Points	Car Confiscation
Entering a prohibited road	AED 1,000	8	7 days
Entering the road dangerously	AED 600	6	None
Entering without ensuring the road is clear	AED 400	4	None
Blocking traffic movement	AED 1,000	6	None
Yellow box junction blocking	AED 1,000	6	None
Wrong road entry	AED 1,000	8	7 days

What Are the Most Expensive Traffic Fines in Dubai?

Dubai introduced extremely high fines for dangerous behaviors. 

We all know that a regular fine might not scare wealthy drivers, but losing 50,000 or 100,000 dirhams hurts everyone. These violations can kill people, so the government treats them like serious crimes.

AED 10,000 Fines

These violations cost you ten thousand dirhams each:

• Vehicle modification without permission 
• Escaping from the police 
• Illegal racing or stunts
• Window tinting violations 
• Driving without number plates 

AED 50,000 Fines

These AED 50K violations include:

• Using dirt bikes or ATVs on city streets
• Driving in ways that could kill people
• Using a fake driving license 
• Anyone under 18 driving a car
• Intentionally hitting a police vehicle

AED 100,000 Fines

The ultimate penalty:

• Illegal street racing with vehicle confiscation: Racing cars illegally means you lose your car and pay 100,000 dirhams to get it back

Dubai Traffic Black Points (Complete List 2025)

Black points are Dubai’s way of tracking your driving mistakes. Every violation adds points to your record, and these points stay there for one full year. 

Point Level	Violation Examples	Risk Level
2 points	Poor indicators, weak lights	Minor equipment issues
4 points	No seatbelt, phone use, moderate speeding	Common daily violations
6 points	Wrong parking, moderate overtaking	Moderate safety risks
8-12 points	Red light running, heavy speeding	Seriously dangerous behavior
16 points	Heavy vehicle fleeing police	Extremely dangerous acts
23-24 points	Drunk driving, causing death	Life-threatening violations

2 Black Points Violations

These are the smallest penalties for minor equipment problems. Dubai gives you 2 points when your car’s basic safety features don’t work properly.

Violation	Fine Amount	What It Means
Poor indicator lights	AED 400	Turn signals don’t work well
Weak rear lights	AED 400	Back lights too dim to see

About 5,000 drivers get these violations monthly. Of course, two points won’t hurt your record much, but fix your lights quickly to avoid accidents.

4 Black Points Violations

This is the most common point level in Dubai, and over 80% of all violations fall into this category because they cover everyday driving mistakes.

Violation	Fine Amount	Vehicle Taken
No seatbelt (driver)	AED 400	None
Passenger no seatbelt	AED 400	None
Phone while driving	AED 800	None
No helmet (motorcycle)	AED 500	None
Passenger no helmet	AED 500	None
No child car seat	AED 400	None
Driving too slowly	AED 400	None
Sudden swerving	AED 1,000	None
No safe distance	AED 400	None
Dangerous reversing	AED 500	None
Expired registration	AED 500	7 days
No insurance	AED 500	7 days
Expired license	AED 500	7 days
Foreign license (illegal use)	AED 1,000	7 days
Expired tires	AED 500	7 days
Driving against traffic	AED 600	7 days
Horn misuse	AED 400	None
Fog driving with no lights	AED 500	None
Night driving with no lights	AED 500	None
Unauthorized vehicle load	AED 500	None
Dangerous loading	AED 500	None
Wrong turns	AED 500	None
Too many passengers	AED 500	None
Vehicle purpose misuse	AED 300	None
Road entry without checking	AED 400	None
Ignoring police instructions	AED 400	None
Distracted driving	AED 800	None
Taxi wrong pickup area	AED 500	None
Unlicensed passenger transport	AED 1,000	60 days
Unauthorized motorcade	AED 500	15 days
Heavy vehicle prohibited entry	AED 1,000	None
Heavy vehicle poor lights	AED 500	None

These violations happen to regular drivers every day. The key is staying alert and following basic safety rules. Most of these cost you AED 400-500, but phone use while driving jumps to AED 800.

6 Black Points Violations

Six-point violations are more serious because they affect other people’s safety. Plus, Dubai monitors these closely through over 3,000 cameras citywide.

Emergency vehicle blocking carries the highest fine here at AED 3,000 because ambulances and fire trucks need clear roads to save lives. 

Violation	Fine Amount	Vehicle Taken
Speed 50-60 km/h over the limit	AED 1,500	15 days
Fire hydrant parking	AED 1,000	None
Disabled parking abuse	AED 1,000	None
Yellow box blocking	AED 1,000	None
Stopping without reason	AED 1,000	None
Littering from a car	AED 1,000	None
Pollution-causing vehicle	AED 1,000	None
Overtaking the hard shoulder	AED 1,000	None
Emergency vehicle blocking	AED 3,000	30 days
Dangerous road entry	AED 600	None
Poor car lights in general	AED 400	None
Heavy vehicle dangerous load (others)	AED 2,000	None
Heavy vehicle dangerous load (road)	AED 2,000	None
Heavy vehicle safety violations	AED 500	None

8 Black Points Violations

These violations show dangerous judgment that could hurt people.

Violation	Fine Amount	Vehicle Taken
Wrong road entry	AED 1,000	7 days
Hit and run (light vehicle)	AED 500	60 days

10 Black Points Violations

Dubai gives 10 points for violations that directly endanger children’s safety.

Violation	Fine Amount	Vehicle Taken
School bus stop sign violation	AED 1,000	None

12 Black Points Violations

Twelve points mean you’re getting close to the 24-point danger zone. Dubai records about 1,200 red light violations monthly, with many causing serious accidents. 

Violation	Fine Amount	Vehicle Taken
Red light running (cars)	AED 1,000	30 days
Red light running (motorcycles)	AED 1,000	30 days
Speed over 60 km/h above the limit	AED 2,000	30 days
Speed over 80 km/h above the limit	AED 2,000	30 days
Noisy vehicle	AED 2,000	None
Engine modification illegal	AED 1,000	None
Wrong license on the vehicle	AED 400	None
Fleeing police (light vehicle)	AED 800	30 days
Heavy vehicle lane violations	AED 1,500	None
Heavy vehicle load leaking	AED 3,000	None

16 Black Points Violations

Sixteen points are mostly for drivers of big cars who break the law very badly. These drivers are in charge of big trucks, buses, and other vehicles that can do a lot of damage.

Violation	Fine Amount	Vehicle Taken
Fleeing police (heavy vehicle)	AED 1,000	30 days
Hit and run (heavy vehicle)	AED 1,000	60 days

23 Black Points Violations

These are criminal-level traffic offenses that can destroy lives. Here, drunk driving gets you the toughest fines because alcohol completely spoils your judgment. 

For this violation, Dubai has zero tolerance, and even small amounts of alcohol can be enough. Generally, the amount of the AED 20,000 fine and court fees is more than AED 30,000. 

Violation	Black Points	Fine Amount	Vehicle Taken	Additional Penalty
Drunk driving	23	AED 20,000 + court	60 days	Possible jail
Reckless endangering others	23	AED 2,000	60 days	Criminal record
Harming others’ property	23	AED 2,000	60 days	Legal liability
Causing serious injury	23	Court decision	30 days	Criminal charges
Causing death	23	Court decision	60 days	Manslaughter charges
No license plates	23	AED 3,000	90 days	Investigation

24 Black Points Violations

These violations are so serious that Dubai considers them criminal acts. The fee of AED 300 sounds minor, but losing your license for 3 months can cost you a lot more in missed income and having to find other ways to get by.

Violation	Fine Amount	Vehicle Taken	License Impact
Illegal passenger transport	AED 300	None	Suspended
Hazardous material transport	AED 3,000	30 days	Suspended

How Can You Remove or Reduce Black Points?

There are several ways to clean up your record faster in Dubai, but each one has its own rules.

1. Dubai Police Training Course

The Dubai Police point reduction training is the most common choice. After finishing this program, which costs exactly AED 810, 8 black marks are removed immediately afterward. 

Who Can Apply:

• Drivers with 8-24 black points current total
• Valid UAE driving license holders
• No pending criminal traffic cases
• Clean payment record for existing fines

Course Details:

• Location: Traffic Institute, Al Barsha, Sheikh Zayed Road
• Duration: 8 hours over 2 days
• Language: Arabic and English options available
• Class size: Maximum 25 students per session

2. Point Transfer to Actual Offender

You can put points on someone else’s record if they were driving your car when you broke the law. To do this: 

• Both cars must go to the police office together
• The actual offender must admit guilt in writing.
• Both parties must have valid IDs.
• The processing fee is AED 50

3. Making an Appeal for Wrong Violations

Submit a complaint within 30 days of getting a notice of violation, but the success rate for valid complaints is about 15%. Appeals that usually work are:

• Camera glitch-proof
• Problems with the time of transferring vehicle ownership
• Documentation for an emergency case
• Confusing identical twins or family members

The appeal process takes between 15 and 30 days, and it costs 20 AED to file. If you are successful, the fines and points will be erased from your record for sure.

When Can You Get Discounts on Traffic Fines?

The UAE government wants to encourage safe driving, so it rewards drivers who pay quickly and drive carefully.

1- Early Payment Discounts

Dubai gives you money back for paying fines quickly. So, the faster you pay, the more you save. 

Payment Timeline	Discount Amount	What You Save	Example
Within 60 days	50% off	Half your fine	AED 1,000 fine = Pay AED 500
Within 90 days	25% off	Quarter reduction	AED 1,000 fine = Pay AED 750
After 90 days	No discount	Full amount	AED 1,000 fine = Pay AED 1,000

But keep in mind that the 60-day deadline starts from when you get the SMS notification, not when the violation happened. 

2- Special Occasion Discounts

Dubai announces surprise discounts during major holidays and events.

National Day Discounts

When the UAE celebrates National Day, Dubai often has:

• 50 to 75% off all fines that are already due
• Full plans for forgiving black points
• No charge for releasing a car

Eid Festival Coupons

Both Eid Al-Fitr and Eid Al-Adha have discounts for:

• Up to 50% off fines that are still due
• Low-interest payment plans with installments
• Optional community service for major offenses

Forgiveness Programs During Ramadan

Mercy-focused projects start during the holy month:

• 60% off for drivers with no traffic violations in the last 6 months or more
• Less fines for first-time offenders
• Budget-friendly payment plans for families

3. Clean Driving Record Rewards

Dubai rewards safe drivers with amazing discounts based on how long they avoid violations. The longer you drive without problems, the bigger your rewards get.

Clean Driving Period	Reward Level	What You Get
3 months	25% discount	Quarter off all old fines
6 months	50% discount	Half off all outstanding fines
9 months	75% discount	Three-quarters off everything
12 months	100% discount	Complete forgiveness of all fines

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