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Is using your phone while driving a black-point offence in the UAE?

Asked by Anonymous·Jun 26, 2026·1 answers
A driver wants to confirm whether handheld phone use behind the wheel adds black points, not just a fine.

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Jun 26, 2026
Yes, using a handheld mobile phone while driving in the UAE is a recognised traffic violation that typically carries both a fine and black points under the UAE Federal Traffic Law, because it is treated as a distraction that endangers road safety. The offence is enforced by the Ministry of Interior and emirate police forces (such as Dubai Police and Abu Dhabi Police), often through camera and patrol detection. The specific fine amount and number of points are set by the applicable traffic schedule, so confirm the current figures through the official police channels rather than assume them. Repeatedly accumulating points from offences like this can push a driver toward the suspension threshold, so it is not a trivial matter. Using a hands-free or mounted setup is the safer and lawful alternative. If a phone-use violation was recorded against you in error, for example you were not the driver, you can file an objection with the issuing authority. For disputed violations or points nearing suspension, you can compare verified UAE legal professionals on LEXAI.
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