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Is there a discount on traffic fines in the UAE?

Asked by Anonymous·Jun 26, 2026·1 answers
A driver wants to know whether the UAE offers discounts or amnesties on traffic fines if paid early.

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Jun 26, 2026
At times, individual emirates in the UAE run traffic-fine discount schemes or amnesties, where paying within a set window or maintaining a clean record can reduce the amount owed, but these are time-limited initiatives announced by each emirate's police force rather than a permanent nationwide rule. Programmes such as discounts for prompt payment or for drivers who go a period without violations have been offered by forces like Dubai Police and Abu Dhabi Police, with their own eligibility conditions and deadlines. Because the availability, percentage, and rules change and differ by emirate, you should check current offers directly through the official police app or website for the emirate where the fine was issued, rather than assume a fixed discount applies. Note that discounts generally do not apply to fines tied to serious offences or to cases referred to prosecution. If you have large fines, disputed violations, or fines linked to black points or a criminal referral, you can compare verified UAE legal professionals on LEXAI who handle traffic matters to understand your options.
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