The Dubai Police handle traffic enforcement across the emirate alongside the RTA. If you have received a fine in Dubai — from a speed camera, a patrol, or a parking violation — you can check and pay it directly through Dubai Police channels. This guide explains how to check Dubai Police fines, pay them, understand black points, and verify payment options and any applicable offer.
Dubai Police and traffic fines
In Dubai, traffic fines are issued under the federal traffic law and enforced by Dubai Police, while the RTA manages roads, vehicle registration and Salik tolls. Most fines — speeding, red-light, phone use and parking — appear on both the Dubai Police and RTA systems, so you can usually check and pay in either place.
How to check Dubai Police fines
You can check your Dubai traffic fines for free using your plate number, traffic file number or Emirates ID:
- Dubai Police website: open the Traffic Fines Inquiry service on dubaipolice.gov.ae and enter your plate or licence details.
- Dubai Police app: the official app (iOS and Android) shows your fines and black points and lets you pay.
- UAE Pass: log in with UAE Pass to see the fines linked to your Emirates ID.
- RTA channels: the same fines also appear on the RTA website and app.
How to pay Dubai Police fines
Once you have found a fine, you can pay it online by card:
- Through the Dubai Police app or website.
- Via UAE Pass or the Dubai Now app.
- At Dubai Police smart kiosks and service centres.
Pay before renewing your vehicle registration — outstanding fines can block the renewal.
Black points and vehicle impoundment
Serious violations add black points to your licence and, in some cases, lead to vehicle impoundment. Reaching 24 black points within 12 months suspends your licence. See our black points guide for the full system, and the UAE traffic fines list for the points per violation.
Discounts on Dubai traffic fines
Do not assume a fixed early-payment discount or seasonal amnesty in Dubai. Check the amount payable and any officially announced offer through Dubai Police or RTA. The discount guide by emirate explains Abu Dhabi and Sharjah’s published rules; do not automatically apply them to Dubai fines.
Tips to avoid Dubai Police fines
- Stick to the posted speed limits — Dubai cameras have only a small buffer.
- Never use a handheld phone while driving.
- Keep a safe following distance and always use your indicators.
- Park only in marked, paid bays.
Before checking or paying
To prepare the plate source, category and code, follow the plate-number inquiry guide. If you use RTA channels, see the Dubai RTA inquiry and payment steps as well.
FAQ — Dubai Police fines
How do I check Dubai Police fines by plate number?
Use the Traffic Fines Inquiry service on the Dubai Police website or app and enter your plate number and plate source (emirate). Your fines and black points will be listed.
Are Dubai Police fines and RTA fines the same?
Traffic fines generally appear on both systems. Dubai Police issues and records traffic violations, while the RTA handles roads, registration and Salik. You can usually pay in either place.
Can I get a discount on Dubai Police fines?
Do not assume a fixed early-payment discount in Dubai. Verify the amount payable and any officially announced offer through Dubai Police or RTA. Abu Dhabi and Sharjah discount rules do not automatically apply to Dubai fines.
What happens if I do not pay my Dubai fines?
Unpaid fines accumulate, can block vehicle registration renewal, and in serious cases lead to further action. Verify the payment deadline and final amount through the issuing authority.
How do I pay a Dubai Police fine with my Emirates ID?
Log in with UAE Pass (linked to your Emirates ID) on the Dubai Police app or website to view and pay the fines tied to you.