How to renew your vehicle registration online in the UAE

How to renew your vehicle registration online in the UAE

Inspection centres aren't currently operating, in a bid to thwart the spread of the coronavirus pandemic

Due to the physical distancing measures being taken to spread the curb of the coronavirus, motorists across the UAE can now renew their vehicle registration entirely online.

With inspection centres shuttered, there's a temporary pause on getting vehicles examined ahead of registration. Due to the physical distancing measures being taken to spread the curb of the coronavirus, motorists across the UAE can now renew their vehicle registration entirely online.

With inspection centres shuttered, there's a temporary pause on getting vehicles examined ahead of registration and so you will have to wait.

So how does one go about renewing their vehicle registration right now?

You can now renew ownership of expired vehicles online from home for the next three months without the need to review service delivery centres, pay fines, and traffic black points. Visit http://rta.ae  or download the "RTA Dubai" App from Google play store or Apple IOS store

You can just log in to the Ministry of Interior’s website or the police app of your corresponding emirate and complete the necessary steps to get your vehicle’s registration renewed, which costs Dh350 for light vehicles.

In Dubai, head to RTA’s website or in Abu Dhabi, the emirate's Abu Dhabi Police e-services portal. There you simply select your vehicle and submit the relevant information online.

How is eligible for renew expired vehicles with out inspection.

We would like to clarify that, according to the directives issued by the Ministry of Interior, the vehicle’s inspection is required if the expiry date is more than 6 months

Motorists still need to ensure their insurance is valid for 13 months prior to registering their vehicle.

Insurance can normally be renewed over the phone. Once you have your new insurance plan, you have one month to renew your car registration, which runs for a full year.

After finalising the registration renewal, you select how you’d like your new registration card to be delivered, which costs from between Dh12 and Dh15.

And then that's it, you’re done.

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Vehicles that have less than 6 months expiration date are excluded from the inspection and can renew registration online.

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How to register your car in Dubai

How to register your car in Dubai 

Owning a car in Dubai can make life much more comfortable for residents, allowing them to move around the city with ease. But there are certain rules and regulations when it comes to owning a vehicle in Dubai. For instance, driving a car without a valid registration in Dubai is strictly not allowed and registering your car is a mandatory requirement. However, with various different processes and documents required for car registration in Dubai, it can be tricky if you aren’t aware of the right procedure. In this article,Kancha baloch blogs  breaks down the car registration procedure in Dubai, for first-time and used car registration, as well as renewal of registration.

NEW CAR REGISTRATION IN DUBAI

   

If you are purchasing a new car from the showroom, the dealer will typically take care of the registration paperwork for you. However, you can also get the first-time car registration done yourself, through the various RTA service centres or service providers.

Keep in mind that to register a car in Dubai, you will need to have one of the following:

• Valid Residence Visa issued from Dubai
• Rental Contract in Dubai under your name
• Proof of Employment in Dubai    

DOCUMENTS NEEDED FOR CAR REGISTRATION IN DUBAI

For a new car registration in Dubai, you will need the following documents:

• Traffic File
• Original Emirates ID
• Copy of Passport
• UAE customs card/possession certificate
• Electronic or physical sale agreement between showroom and buyer
• Vehicle Insurance (valid for 6 months or more)
• Letter from the bank (if the car has been financed)

Once you have these documents in order, you can visit the RTA customer happiness centres or the Tasjeel,Wasel or Testing Center's approved by RTA . Then, you can submit the required documents, and pay the service fees. The entire process will typically take around 10 minutes if there are no outstanding fines to be paid.

After paying the new car registration fees in Dubai, you will receive the vehicle license card (also known as the Mulkiya Card), vehicle number plates and expiry stickers.

HOW LONG IS THE VALIDITY OF CAR REGISTRATION IN DUBAI?

The validity of vehicle registration in Dubai is typically one year, after which it must be renewed again.

NEW CAR REGISTRATION CHARGES IN DUBAI

For those looking to register a new car in Dubai, the cost will be AED 420. Additionally, if you have not had any previous fines, you will need to open a traffic file, which will cost an additional AED 220.

USED CAR REGISTRATION IN DUBAI

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Purchasing a second-hand car? The process of registering second-hand cars in Dubai is slightly different and requires additional documents. If you are purchasing a second-hand car from an authorised dealership or car agency, usually, they will assist you with the process and you will only be required to hand over the necessary documents. However, if you are purchasing a second-hand car from elsewhere, these following steps will be required.

Bear in mind that the following process applies to those who are residing and working in Dubai, and purchasing a second-hand car previously registered in Dubai.

However, before the registration process can take place, you will need to also go through the procedure for transfer of ownership. 

DOCUMENTS FOR USED CAR REGISTRATION IN DUBAI

For second-hand car registration in Dubai, you will need the following documents:

• Traffic File
• Vehicle Technical Inspection Certificate
• Vehicle Insurance
• Original Emirates ID (Buyer and Seller)
• Copy of Residence Visa (Buyer)
• Copy of Passport (Buyer)
• Vehicle License / Mulkiya (Seller)

After the technical inspection of the vehicle has been done at the Tasjeel or Shamil centre and documents are submitted, the ownership will be transferred to the buyer and then the registration process will take place. Once the service fees have been paid, the new owner will receive the expiry stickers and vehicle license, and new vehicle license plates, in case the number was changed.

WHERE TO DO USED CAR REGISTRATION IN DUBAI

You can get the second-hand car registration in Dubai at Tasjeel or Shamil centres in the city. The procedures for transfer of ownership (such as vehicle inspection) can also be done at the Tasjeel or Shamil centres. 

SECOND-HAND CAR REGISTRATION COST IN DUBAI

Purchasing a second-hand car? The process of registering second-hand cars in Dubai is slightly different and requires additional documents. If you are purchasing a second-hand car from an authorised dealership or car agency, usually, they will assist you with the process and you will only be required to hand over the necessary documents. However, if you are purchasing a second-hand car from elsewhere, these following steps will be required.

Bear in mind that the following process applies to those who are residing and working in Dubai, and purchasing a second-hand car previously registered in Dubai.

However, before the registration process can take place, you will need to also go through the procedure for transfer of ownership. 

DOCUMENTS FOR USED CAR REGISTRATION IN DUBAI

For second-hand car registration in Dubai, you will need the following documents:

• Traffic File
• Vehicle Technical Inspection Certificate
• Vehicle Insurance
• Original Emirates ID (Buyer and Seller)
• Copy of Residence Visa (Buyer)
• Copy of Passport (Buyer)
• Vehicle License / Mulkiya (Seller)

After the technical inspection of the vehicle has been done at the Tasjeel or Shamil centre and documents are submitted, the ownership will be transferred to the buyer and then the registration process will take place. Once the service fees have been paid, the new owner will receive the expiry stickers and vehicle license, and new vehicle license plates, in case the number was changed.

WHERE TO DO USED CAR REGISTRATION IN DUBAI

You can get the second-hand car registration in Dubai at Tasjeel or Shamil centres in the city. The procedures for transfer of ownership (such as vehicle inspection) can also be done at the Tasjeel or Shamil centres. 

SECOND-HAND CAR REGISTRATION COST IN DUBAI

The cost of used car registration in Dubai is also AED 420, however, there are additional costs that come with the transfer of ownership:

• Vehicle Technical Inspection: AED 170
• Transfer of Ownership: AED 350
• Traffic File (if not already opened): AED 220

There are also other charges associated with the transfer of ownership, such as a selling fee, typically AED 50, knowledge and innovation fee, which is AED 20 and charges for the vehicle plates. You can learn more about these additional charges from the Tasjeel or Shamil centres.

CAR REGISTRATION RENEWAL IN DUBAI

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The registration in Dubai is typically valid for one year, after which it needs to be renewed again. After the date of expiry, the vehicle-owner has a grace period of 30 days to have their vehicle registration renewed. Once the grace period has expired, a late fee for car registration renewal in Dubai will be applied.  

Fortunately, the steps to renew vehicle registration in Dubai are quite simple. But first, take a look at the documents needed for vehicle registration renewal in Dubai.

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR CAR REGISTRATION RENEWAL IN DUBAI

• Original Emirates ID
• Valid Driving License
• Renewed Vehicle Insurance
• Old Vehicle Registration Card / Mulkiya
• Vehicle Technical Inspection Certificate

PROCESS TO RENEW YOUR CAR REGISTRATION IN DUBAI

The first step in renewing your car registration is to pay off any outstanding traffic fines in Dubai  that you may have accrued, which can be done through a number of channels. However, if you have any black points against your licence, you may need to visit the Dubai Police stations to clear them before going for car registration renewal in Dubai.

After you have cleared outstanding fines and black points, you will need to take your car for vehicle testing. Bear in mind that vehicle testing only needs to be done for cars older than three years. If the vehicle passes the technical inspection, the owner can proceed with the renewal process. However, should the vehicle fail the inspection, the owner will be required to make repairs before attempting the inspection test again.

After passing the technical inspection and preparing the necessary documents, motorists can apply for car registration renewal in Dubai. The renewal process can be done through various channels, such as the service providers, RTA customer happiness centres, call centre or online channels.

Motorists will need to provide the required documents and information and then settle the car registration renewal fee in Dubai. If they are renewing the registration through the kiosks, service centres or service providers, they will receive the new vehicle licence card and expiry sticker immediately. However, if they are applying through online channels or the call centre, they can either have the new vehicle licence card and sticker couriered to them for an extra charge or pick it up from specific service centres or kiosks.

CAR REGISTRATION RENEWAL CHARGES IN DUBAI

The vehicle registration renewal fees in Dubai are as follows:

• Renewal: AED 380
• Vehicle Technical Inspection (if required): AED 170
• Courier: AED 25
• Late Fine: AED 25 (per month)

WHERE TO RENEW YOUR CAR REGISTRATION IN DUBAI

The various service channels through which the renewal of vehicle registration in Dubai can be done are as follows:

• Tasjeel, Shamil, Wasel or Mumayaz Vehicle Testing
• RTA Customer Happiness Centres
• Kiosk Machines
• RTA Mobile Application
• RTA Website
• RTA Call Centres

You can check which of the vehicle testing centres and customer happiness centres have the facilities for renewal of vehicle registration in Dubai through the RTA website.

RTA CONTACT NUMBER

If you have more questions regarding car registration in Dubai, you can contact the Road and Transport Authority (RTA) at 800-90-90. 

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Below are the answers to some questions commonly asked by motorists looking at car registration in Dubai:

IS THERE A GRACE PERIOD FOR CAR REGISTRATION IN DUBAI?

Yes, motorists get a grace period of 30 days after the expiry of their vehicle’s registration to get it renewed. After 30 days, there will be a fine of AED 25 applied for each month delayed.

HOW MANY CARS CAN I REGISTER UNDER MY NAME?

There is no limit to the number of cars that customers can register under their name in Dubai. 

HOW DO I TRANSFER THE OWNERSHIP OF A CAR IN DUBAI?

For the car ownership transfer in Dubai, you will need to first have the vehicle testing done at Tasjeel or Shamil centres. After this, you will need to submit the following documents at the centre: 

• Vehicle insurance
• Technical inspection certificate
• Original Emirates ID for both the buyer and seller
• A copy of the residence visa and passport for the buyer
• Old vehicle registration card (Mulkiya) from the seller.

Once the service fee (AED 350) has been paid, the process for the transfer of ownership will be complete.

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Sharjah: 6 siblings orphaned as both parents die from COVID-19

Sharjah , United Arab Emirates 

Children aged from kindergarten to grade 10 lose mum and dad to coronavirus 23 days apart

Sharjah: A Sudanese family living in Sharjah has been ripped apart after both parents died from coronavirus during Ramadan, leaving six siblings orphaned.

The father, 57-year-old Ali Ahmed Al Tayeb, died this week, just 23 days after his wife and the mother of the children.

The family lived in the in Al Tauwan area of the emirate. All six children have now moved to live with their father’s nephew, Mohammad Hashim, in Ajman.

The children are: Wa’ad Ali Ahmed, grade 10, Batoul Ali Ahmed, grade 9, Kamal Al Din Ali Ahmed, grade 8, Zainab Ali Ahmed, grade 6, Nour Al-Bayan Ali Ahmed, grade 1, and Mohammad Ali Ahmed, who attends kindergarten.

New guardian Hashim, who is newly married, said the children's father suffered from diabetes. He became infected with COVID-19 just days after his wife died.Hashim said he hoped the children could overcome the great pain of losing both parents in such a short space of time.Hashim said he wanted the children to be able to continue their studies and grow up as their parents intended.They did not go to school last year due to late fees, Hashim said.

How stranded UAE residents abroad can apply to return

Guide: How stranded UAE residents abroad can apply to return

Guide: How stranded UAE residents abroad can apply to return

Do not book travel tickets unless you obtain an approval for your application.

Residents stranded outside the UAE due to Covid-19-triggered travel restrictions can start returning to the country from June 1. The announcement made late on Monday comes as a relief for many families who have a loved one stuck abroad.

Earlier, residents had to register on a Ministry of Foreign Affairs service called Twajudi, which fast-tracked the return of humanitarian or special cases.

Now, these residents can register on the website of the Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship (ICA).

Here is the step-by-step process:

1. Remember: Do not book travel tickets unless you obtain an approval for your application.

2. Documents required:
- Colour photo 
- Copy of residency 
- Passport copy
- Proof for visit abroad (this can be a letter from the workplace, education institution or flight ticket if the reason was tourism)

3. Visit smartservices.ica.gov.ae

4. Scroll down to the last option on the list of smart services: 'OTHER SERVICES - RESIDENTS OUTSIDE UAE - ENTRY PERMISSION - ISSUE'

5. Click on 'Start service'. 

6. Fill the e-form, attach documents, review your application and submit.

COVID-19 measures in UAE

COVID-19 measures in UAE: Sterilisation measures to start at 8pm, new mall timings

A police officer wears a smart helmet as he uses it to check the temperature of workers in Dubai. Image Credit: REUTERS

Abu Dhabi: The UAE announced that sterilisation measures will be done from 8pm to 6am starting from Ramadan 27, as per the Islamic calendar. This falls on May 20 till further notice.

Eid is set to start on either May 23 or 24, based on moon-sighting. The renewed restrictions will also cover the Eid break based on Monday's briefing.

During Eid holidays, malls and shopping centres would be open from 9am to 7pm as part of the changes, with the application of all procedures and precautionary measures. After Eid the new timings of malls and shopping centres will be announced.

The closure of mosques and places of worship will continue until further notice, and hence Eid prayers and all prayers will be performed at home.

Food outlets, cooperatives, groceries, supermarkets and pharmacies can continue to operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week during the sterilisation program, and these businesses are excluded from the restrictions during sterilisation.

Butchers, vegetable and fruit shops, slaughter houses, fish selling outlets, mills, confectionary shops, will be operating from 6am to 8pm.