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How to check and pay traffic fines in Dubai
Dubai Police recently seized 497 vehicles with significant outstanding fines, highlighting the need for motorists to stay compliant. This guide explains how to clear your penalties and avoid impoundment.
By 19Network Editorial Team · Aug 27, 2026 · 3 min read
Dubai Police have impounded 497 vehicles with fines totalling over AED 6.9 million, some with individual penalties exceeding AED 169,000. For residents, this serves as a critical reminder to regularly check for and settle traffic violations to avoid having your vehicle seized.
Dubai Police announced the seizure of 497 vehicles across the emirate due to accumulated traffic fines, with the total value of penalties reaching AED 6,953,340. The campaign, which ran from April 22 to May 1, 2024, targeted vehicles with significant outstanding violations. According to the authority, one vehicle had fines amounting to AED 169,500. Under Dubai's traffic laws, failure to pay fines can lead to vehicle impoundment and prevent the renewal of your vehicle registration (Mulkiya). Understanding the process for checking and paying fines is essential for all motorists in the emirate. ## Step 1: Check for outstanding fines Before you can pay, you must know what you owe. There are several official channels to check for fines linked to your vehicle or driving license. * **Dubai Police Website:** The most direct method. Navigate to the 'Traffic Fines Payment' section. You can search for fines using your plate number, license number, T.C. number, or a specific fine number. * **RTA Website:** Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) website also has a portal for checking and paying fines. You will need your plate number or license details. * **Mobile Apps:** The official Dubai Police and RTA Dubai apps provide the same service on your smartphone. These apps also offer other services like vehicle registration renewal. There is no cost to check for fines. You will need your vehicle plate number and/or your Dubai-issued driving license number. ## Step 2: Understand your…