RTA Fine Check Dubai 2026: Check & Pay Traffic Fines Online

The fastest way to check your RTA fines is on the RTA's Unified Mobility System at ums.rta.ae, or through the RTA Dubai and Dubai Police apps. Type in your plate number, traffic file number, or Emirates ID, pass the security check, and everything shows up on one screen: the fine, the amount, the date, and any black points. You can pay by card right there.

If you've used an older guide that sends you bouncing between four different websites, that method is out of date. RTA has pulled most of it into one place. Here's how it actually works in 2026, what the common fines cost, how black points affect you, and how to check a road-crossing (jaywalking) fine.

How do I check my RTA fines in Dubai?

Go to ums.rta.ae, pick how you want to search, and enter your details. Viewing is free and takes about a minute. You'll see every fine linked to you before you pay a single dirham.

Three ways to search work: by plate, by traffic file number, or by Emirates ID. The steps are the same either way.

Open ums.rta.ae/violations/public-fines/fines-search.
Pick your search method: plate details, traffic file number, or Emirates ID.
Enter the details (for a plate, that's the plate type, code, and number) and clear the "I'm not a robot" box.
Hit Search. Your fines, amounts, and black points load on screen.
Tick the ones you want to clear and pay by Visa or Mastercard.

If you own more than one car, use the Emirates ID search. It pulls fines from every vehicle registered under your name, so you don't have to check each one separately.

How to check RTA fines: the four official channels

Channel	Best for	What you need
RTA / UMS website (ums.rta.ae)	A quick one-off check	Plate, traffic file, or Emirates ID
RTA Dubai app	Regular drivers who save a card	Plate type, code, number
Dubai Police app / website	Fines plus criminal-traffic status	Plate, licence, or fine number
MoI portal / DubaiNow app	Fines across all seven emirates	UAE Pass or vehicle details

RTA website (the UMS portal)

This is the main one. Open rta.ae or jump straight to the UMS fines page, choose your search type, and enter your details. You'll see the violation, the date, and the amount before you decide to pay.

Dubai Police app or website

Dubai Police shows your fines and flags anything that has escalated to a criminal-traffic matter. In the Dubai Police app or site, go to Traffic Services, then Fines Inquiry and Payment, and search by licence, plate, traffic file, or fine number.

RTA Dubai app

Get the RTA Dubai app from the App Store or Google Play, open the Vehicles and Fines tab, tap Pay Fine, and enter your plate type, code, and number. Tap View Fines and your pending fines and black points appear.

Ministry of Interior or DubaiNow

If you drive between Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah, the MoI portal and the DubaiNow app show fines from every emirate in one list. Log in with UAE Pass, choose your emirate, and enter your vehicle details.

A quick note: some older articles still point you to Emirates Vehicle Gate (evg.ae). Most Dubai fine services now live under UMS and the RTA app, so start there instead.

Can I check UAE fines with my Emirates ID?

Yes. Both the RTA UMS portal and the DubaiNow app let you search by Emirates ID. Choose that option, type in your ID number, clear the security check, and the system lists every fine tied to the vehicles in your name. You don't need your traffic file number for this.

It's the easiest route if you have more than one car, or if you simply don't have your traffic file number handy.

Can I check car fines with my plate number in the UAE?

Yes, and it's the method most people use. On ums.rta.ae or the RTA Dubai app, choose to search by plate, then enter the plate type (private or commercial), the plate code (the letter or number), the plate number, and the emirate where the car is registered. Your fines and black points come up in seconds.

You can view fines by plate without logging in. You'll only need a card once you decide to pay.

How to check a jaywalking (road-crossing) fine in Dubai

A road-crossing fine sits with your Emirates ID rather than a car, so check it by entering your Emirates ID on ums.rta.ae or in the DubaiNow app. Any pedestrian fine shows up next to your vehicle fines.

Dubai does not treat jaywalking lightly. Crossing where you shouldn't, or ignoring a pedestrian signal, costs AED 400. And since the federal traffic law that took effect on 29 March 2025, the stakes are much higher if your crossing causes an accident: fines run from AED 10,000 up to AED 50,000, with at least three months in jail in the worst cases, especially on fast roads.

The way to avoid all of this is boring but reliable. Use the marked crossings, the footbridges, and the underpasses, and wait for the green man.

Dubai traffic fines 2026: the violations people ask about

Violation	Fine (AED)	Black Points	Impound
Using a handheld phone while driving	800	4	-
No seatbelt (driver or passenger)	400	4	-
Running a red light (light vehicle)	1,000	12	30 days
Speeding by more than 60 km/h	2,000	12	30 days
Speeding by up to 60 km/h	1,500	6	15 days
Tailgating	400	4	-
Driving without valid insurance	500	4	7 days
Expired registration	500	4	7 days
Sudden swerving	1,000	4	-
Crossing from an undesignated area (pedestrian)	400	-	-

Paying Off RTA Fines in Dubai

Once you’re aware of how to check traffic fines using the different platforms, it’s important that you settle them promptly. You can refer to the following payment methods supported by most of the platforms listed above:

Online Payment: Most platforms, such as the RTA website, Dubai Police website, and Emirates Vehicle Gate, offer secure online payment options. You can pay fines using credit or debit cards (Visa Mastercard), following the instructions provided on the respective websites.

Mobile Applications: You can consider downloading mobile applications like DubaiNow, RTA Dubai, or Dubai Police, which allow convenient fine payments via your smartphone. These apps offer a seamless interface and facilitate multiple payment options.

Smart Kiosks: You can visit RTA customer happiness centers or other authorized kiosks across Dubai. These self-service machines accept cash and card payments, ensuring a hassle-free experience.

By following the step-by-step process outlined in this guide, you can easily check and pay your RTA fines in Dubai through multiple platforms. Remember, prompt payment is key to driving peacefully.

Here’s a complete list of RTA Dubai traffic violations and fine levied against each one of them.

S. No	Offense	Fine amount (in AED)	Black points	Vehicle confiscation period
1	Driving in a way that poses danger to driver's life or lives, and safety of others	2000	23	60 days
2	Driving in a way that harms public or private properties.	Decided by court	23	60 Days
3	Driving under the influence of alcohol	by court	23	60 Days
4	Driving under the influence of narcotic, psychotropic or similar substances.	Decided by court	24	60 Days
5	Driving a vehicle without number plates	3000	23	90 Days
6	Driving a heavy vehicle in a way that poses danger to the driver's life or lives and safety of others.	3000	-	-
7	Driving a heavy vehicle in a way that causes harm to public or private properties	3000	-	-
8	Jumping a red signal by heavy vehicles	3000	-	-
9	Heavy vehicle driver causing his or another vehicle to overturn.	3000	-	-
10	Heavy vehicle not abiding by lane discipline.	1500	12	-
11	Loading a heavy vehicle in a way that poses danger to others	2000	6	-
12	Loading a heavy vehicle in a way that causes harm to the road	2000	6	-
13	Heavy vehicle prohibited entry	1000	4	-
14	Falling or leaking of a heavy vehicle's load.	3000	12	-
15	Not fixing reflective stickers at the back of trucks and transport vehicles	500	-	-
16	Operating industrial, construction and mechanical vehicles and tractors without permission from licensing authority	1500	-	-
17	Failure to raise exhaust pipe in trucks	1500	-	-
18	Not covering trucks' loads	3000	-	-
19	Failure to abide by loading or unloading regulations in designated areas	1000	4	-
20	Overtaking from a prohibited place by trucks.	3000	-	-
21	Driving a heavy vehicle that does not comply with security and safety standards.	2000	6	-
22	Driving against traffic.	600	4	7 days
23	Entry from a prohibited place.	1000	8	7 days
24	Driving a noisy vehicle	2000	12	-
25	Driving a vehicle that causes pollution	1000	6	-
26	Driving a vehicle without insurance.	500	4	7 days
27	Driving an unlicensed vehicle.	500	4	7 days
28	Driving with a driving license issued by a foreign country except in permitted cases.	1000	4	-
29	Driving a vehicle on a different license	400	12	-
30	Driving a vehicle with an expired driving license.	500	4	7 days
31	Driving a vehicle with an expired registration.	500	4	7 days
32	Driving a vehicle that doesn't comply with safety and security standards.	500	-	-
33	Driving a vehicle that is unfit for driving.	500	-	-
34	Driving a vehicle with one number plate.	400	-	-
35	Number plates with unclear numbers.	400	-	-
36	Driving below the minimum speed set for the road (if any).	400	4	-
37	Sudden swerving	1000	4	-
38	Reversing dangerously	500	4	-
39	Using a hand held mobile phone while driving.	800	4	-
40	Any other distractions.	800	4	-
41	Jumping a red signal by light vehicles.	1000	12	30 days
42	Jumping a red signal by motorbikes.	1000	12	30 days
43	Exceeding maximum speed limit by more than 60km/h	2000	12	30 days
44	Exceeding maximum speed limit by more than 80km/h	2000	12	30 days
45	Exceeding maximum speed limit by not more than 60km/h	1500	6	15 days
46	Exceeding maximum speed limit by not more than 50km/h	1000	-	-
47	Exceeding maximum speed limit by not more than 40km/h	700	-	-
48	Exceeding maximum speed limit by not more than 30km/h	600	-	-
49	Exceeding maximum speed limit by not more than 30km/h	300	-	-
50	Failure to follow traffic policeman instructions.	400	4	-
51	Overtaking from hard shoulder.	1000	6	-
52	Entering road dangerously	600	6	-
53	Overtaking in a prohibited place	600	-	-
54	Running away from traffic policeman man (light vehicle)	800	12	30 days
55	Running away from a traffic policeman by ( heavy vehicle)	1000	16	30 days
56	Causing death of others	by court	23	60 days
57	Causing a serious accident or injuries.	by court	23	30 days
58	Failure of a light vehicle driver to stop after causing a minor accident.	500	8	60 days
59	Failure of a heavy vehicle driver to stop after causing a minor accident	1000	16	60 days
60	Allowing children under 10 years old to sit in front seats	400	-	-
61	Failure to provide a child car seat for children under 4 years old	400	-	-
62	Failure of driver to fasten seat belt	400	4	-
63	Failure of passenger to fasten seat belt	400	4	-
64	Failure to leave a safe distance	400	4	-
65	Entering a road without making sure it is clear	400	4	-
66	Not giving way to emergency, police and public service vehicles or official convoys	3000	6	30 days
67	Parking cars in front of fire hydrants	1000	6	-
68	Parking in spaces designated for people with special needs.	1000	6	-
69	Stopping on the road for no reason.	1000	6	-
70	Stopping on the yellow box.	500	-	-
71	Parking on the left side of the road in prohibited places.	1000	-	-
72	Stopping at pedestrian crossings	500	-	-
73	Parking behind other cars and blocking their way.	500	-	-
74	Taxis which have designated pickup areas stopping in undesignated ones.	500	4	-
75	Stopping the vehicle on a road junction or curve.	500	-	-
76	Not securing vehicles while parked.	500	-	-
77	Parking in the wrong way.	500	-	-
78	Parking in a way that poses danger to passersby.	400	-	-
79	Parking in a way that interrupts pedestrian movement.	400	-	-
80	Parking on pavements	400	-	-
81	Writing phrases or placing stickers on vehicles without permission.	500	-	-
82	Exceeding permitted level of tinting.	1500	-	-
83	Tinting a vehicle not allowed to be tinted.	1500	-	-
84	Not giving way to pedestrians on pedestrian crossings.	500	6	-
85	Failure to abide by traffic signs and instructions.	500	-	-
86	Littering from vehicle windows while driving.	1000	6	-
87	Placing signs on the road in a way that causes harm to the road or interrupts traffic.	500	-	-
88	Modifying engine or chassis without permission.	1000	12	-
89	Rubbernecking and crowding at traffic accidents scenes.	1000	-	30 days
90	Using vehicles for undesignated purposes.	300	4	-
91	Transporting passengers illegally.	300	24	-
92	Transporting inflammable or hazardous materials without permission.	3000	24	30 days
93	Transporting passengers in a vehicle that is not licensed for this purpose.	1000	4	60 days
94	Exceeding passenger limit by a passenger transport vehicle.	500	4	-
95	Failure to take road safety measures during vehicle breakdown.	500	-	7 days
96	Failure of motorcyclists to wear helmets.	500	4	-
97	Failure of passenger to wear helmet.	500	4	-
98	Expired tires	500	4	7 days
99	Failure to use indicators when changing direction or turning.	400	-	-
100	Failure to give priority to vehicles coming from behind or the left side.	400	-	-
101	Failure to get the car tested after carrying out major modification to the engine.	400	-	-
102	Failure to get the car tested after carrying out major modification to chassis.	400	-	-
103	Failure of a light vehicle to abide by lane discipline.	400	-	-
104	Poor condition of car lights	400	6	-
105	Poor condition of indicators.	400	2	-
106	Poor condition of rear lights.	400	2	-
107	Failure of pedestrians to abide by traffic signals.	400	-	-
108	Pedestrians' crossing from undesignated areas.	400	-	-
109	Failure of a school bus driver to activate STOP SIGN or abide by traffic rules.	500	6	-
110	Driver's failure to stop when school bus's STOP SIGN is activated.	1000	10	-
111	Using three-wheel or more leisure bikes on the road.	3000	-	90 days
112	Driving on lanes designated for taxis and buses except in permitted cases.	400	-	-
113	Participating in a motorcade without permission except in permitted cases.	500	4	15 days
114	Changing vehicle color without permission.	800	-	-
115	Towing a car or a boat without permission.	1000	-	-
116	Failure to abide by safety and security standards in towing a car or a boat.	1000	-	-
117	Poor condition of trailer's rear or side lights.	500	4	-
118	Absence of trailer's rear or side lights.	500	4	-
119	Interrupting traffic in any other way not specified in this table.	500	-	-
120	Turning from undesignated areas.	500	4	-
121	Turning in a wrong way.	500	4	-
122	Loading a light vehicle in a way that poses danger to others.	500	4	-
123	Loading a light vehicle in a way that poses danger to the road.	500	-	-
124	load or protruding load from a light vehicle without permission.	500	4	-
125	Dropping or spilling load from light vehicles	500	-	-
126	Illegal use of commercial number plates	500	-	7 days
127	Driving at night without lights.	500	4	-
128	Driving in foggy weather without lights.	500	4	-
129	Driving in foggy weather in violation of concerned authorities' instructions.	500	4	-
130	Using horn or car sound systems in a disturbing way.	400	4	-
131	Driving at residential areas, educational zones, hospitals in a way that endangers others' lives.	400	-	-
132	Not carrying a vehicle registration card.	400	-	-
133	Using driving learning vehicles in prohibited times and areas.	400	-	-
134	Teaching driving in a car that is not labeled as a learning vehicle.	500	-	-
135	Teaching driving in a car that is undesignated for this purpose without permission from the licensing authority.	500	-	-
136	Teaching driving without a license.	500	-	-
137	Not carrying a Driving Learning permit while training.	300	-	-
138	Failure to hand over driving license when the maximum black points are accrued in the first traffic violation.	1000	-	-
139	Failure to hand over driving license when the maximum black points are accrued in the second traffic	2000	-	-
140	Failure to hand over driving license when the maximum black points are accrued in the third traffic violation.	3000	-	-

How do black points work in Dubai?

Black points are penalty points added to your record on top of the fine. Hit 24 of them and your licence is suspended: three months the first time, six months the second, and up to a year the third. Points usually clear after about a year. You'll see your current total on the same UMS or RTA app screen where you check fines.

Worth keeping an eye on, and not only for the licence. A record full of points can push your car insurance premium up when you renew, since insurers read it as higher risk.

How to pay RTA fines in Dubai

Once your fines check shows what you owe, you can clear it right away:

Online by credit or debit card on ums.rta.ae, the Dubai Police site, or the MoI portal.
In the RTA Dubai, Dubai Police, or DubaiNow apps.
At an RTA Customer Happiness Centre or an authorised smart kiosk, which take cash and card.

Don't sit on them. Unpaid fines can block your registration renewal, and enough black points on top can cost you your licence.

Are there discounts on Dubai traffic fines in 2026?

Sometimes, but you can't count on it. There's no permanent discount running in 2026. When a campaign is live, early payment (within 60 days) has usually knocked off up to 35%, and bigger cuts of 25 to 50% have shown up around Ramadan, Eid, and National Day.

One thing to be careful about: scam "discount" messages do the rounds on social media and WhatsApp. Trust only what RTA or Dubai Police announce on their own channels, and check the current rate on ums.rta.ae or the Dubai Police app before you plan around it. For larger fines, Dubai Police also runs interest-free installment plans through partner banks.

Q1. How can I check my RTA fines in Dubai?

Use the RTA UMS portal at ums.rta.ae or the RTA Dubai app, and search by plate, traffic file number, or Emirates ID. Viewing is free; you only pay when you settle.

Q2 How do I check my RTA fine details?

Yes, Dubai offers discounts for early payment of traffic fines. You can receive up to 50% off if you pay within 60 days of the offense, and 25% off if paid within 90 days.

Q3 Can I check UAE fines with my Emirates ID?

Yes. Choose the Emirates ID option on the RTA portal or DubaiNow app to see every fine tied to the cars in your name.

Q4. Can I check car fines with my plate number in the UAE?

Yes. Enter your plate type, code, and number on ums.rta.ae or the RTA Dubai app to see all fines on that vehicle.

Q5. Where can I do an RTA Dubai fine check online?

Traffic fines typically appear in the system within 24-48 hours after the offense, though in some cases it may take up to a week for the fine to be registered.

Q6 How soon do fines show up after an offence

Usually within 24 to 48 hours, though now and then it takes up to a week.

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RTA Traffic Fine Check and Payment in Dubai: A Step-by-Step Guide