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Car registration (Mulkiya) renewal in Dubai 2026
Your car registration (Mulkiya) must be renewed every year. Here is what you need, what it costs and what happens if you drive with an expired one.
Checked October 2026
Renewal fee, private carabout AED 350 + AED 20 fees
Grace period after expiry30 days (renew before you drive)
Driving with expired registrationAED 500 fine + 4 black points
Expired more than 3 monthscar can be impounded for 7 days
WhereRTA Dubai app or website, or service centres
What you need before renewing
- Valid car insurance for the new registration year.
- A passed technical inspection if your car needs one (older cars; new cars are exempt for their first years).
- All traffic fines on the car paid.
- UAE Pass or your Emirates ID / traffic file to log in.
How to renew on the RTA app
- Open the RTA Dubai app and log in.
- Choose your vehicle and “Renew vehicle registration”.
- Check the insurance and inspection details it shows.
- Pay by card and download the digital registration. A printed card can be delivered for a small fee.
What if it has already expired?
There is a short grace period after the expiry date, but it is not free driving time. Driving with an expired registration can cost AED 500 and 4 black points, and a car expired for more than three months can be impounded for 7 days. Renew before you drive.
Tips
- Renew the insurance first — the registration cannot be renewed without it.
- Book the inspection a week early so a small repair does not make you late.
- Set a reminder 30 days before the date.
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Questions
How much does car registration renewal cost in Dubai?
For a private light vehicle, about AED 350 plus AED 20 in fees (October 2026). Check the RTA app for the exact amount for your vehicle.
What is the fine for an expired car registration in Dubai?
AED 500 and 4 black points for driving with an expired registration. If it has been expired for more than three months, the car can be impounded for 7 days.
Can I renew my Mulkiya online?
Yes, on the RTA Dubai app or website, as long as insurance, inspection and fines are in order.
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