TRAFFIC RULES IN UAE

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DRIVING SIDE

Vehicles drive on the right-hand side of the road in Abu Dhabi.

SPEED LIMITS

In the United Arab Emirates, you should obey the following speed limits

100–160 km/h on motorways
100 km/h in rural areas
40–80 km/h in urban areas
40 km/h in residential areas
25 km/h in parking areas and on service roads

TRAFFIC SIGNALS

Running a red light in the UAE is taken seriously and is penalised with significant fines, accumulation of black points, and the potential for vehicle confiscation. Similarly, using a mobile phone without a hands-free device while driving attracts fines and black points.

ALCOHOL BEHIND THE WHEEL

The UAE enforces a strict no-tolerance policy on driving under the influence of alcohol. Any detected alcohol in a driver's system can lead to imprisonment and fines typically ranging from AED 20,000 to 30,000 (approx. from 5,500 to 8,000 USD)..

SEAT BELTS

Seat belts are compulsory for all occupants of a vehicle, including those seated in the rear. Infants and children up to the age of four must be secured in a child safety seat. Failing to adhere to these rules results in fines and accrual of black points on the driver's record.