Navigate Dubai's Roads Seamlessly.
Everything you need to know about Salik — Dubai's smart, cashless toll road system. Get your tag, top up, and keep moving.
8
Toll Gates
AED 4
Per Crossing
24/7
Active System
RFID
Technology
Simple Process
How Salik Works
No toll booths, no barriers, no stopping. Salik uses advanced RFID technology to deduct fees automatically as you pass under a gate.
Get a Salik Tag
Purchase a Salik tag online or from any authorised petrol station. Stick it to your windshield just below the rearview mirror.
Top Up Balance
Activate your tag and add credit to your account via the Salik website, Smart Salik App, or recharge cards from convenience stores.
Drive Through
Drive freely through any toll gate. The fee is automatically deducted from your prepaid account without any need to slow down.
Network
Toll Gate Locations
8 Salik gates are positioned at strategic points across Dubai to manage traffic flow efficiently.
Al Garhoud Bridge
Key connector over Dubai Creek.
Al Maktoum Bridge
Free 10 PM–6 AM (Sat–Thu) & all day Sunday.
Al Barsha
Main artery towards Abu Dhabi & Dubai Marina.
Al Safa North
Near Downtown Dubai & Business Bay.
Al Safa South
Southbound counterpart on Sheikh Zayed Road.
Al Mamzar
Connecting Dubai and Sharjah. North & South count as one if crossed within 1 hour.
Airport Tunnel
Direct access to Beirut Street & Dubai Airport.
Jebel Ali
Serves traffic towards Abu Dhabi South.
Smart Crossing Rule
Passing Al Mamzar North and South toll gates within 1 hour of each other counts as a single transaction — you're only charged AED 4 once.
Tariffs
Simple, Transparent Pricing.
A flat fee per gate crossing. No zones, no mileage calculations. Just drive — Salik does the rest automatically.
- Free Off-Peak (Al Maktoum Bridge)No charge from 10 PM–6 AM Saturday–Thursday, and all day Sunday.
- No Monthly SubscriptionYou only pay per crossing. No standing charges or maintenance fees.
- Violation Grace Period5 working days to top up after a negative balance before fines apply.
Per Gate Crossing
Deducted automatically from your prepaid balance
Tag Purchase
AED 100
Includes AED 50 credit
Violation Fine
AED 50+
Per day for insufficient funds
Account Management
4 Ways to Recharge
Salik / RTA App
Instant top-up via Apple Pay, Google Pay, or credit card.
Official Website
Log in to salik.gov.ae to manage your account online.
Petrol Stations
Buy recharge cards at ENOC, EPPCO, and ADNOC stations.
Self-Service Kiosks
Automated machines located at malls and RTA offices.
Minimum recharge amount: AED 50. You'll receive an SMS alert when your balance drops below AED 20 to avoid interruption or fines.
Got Questions?
Frequently Asked Questions
Ready to Get Your Salik Tag?
Visit the official RTA Salik portal to register, purchase a tag, and manage your account.
Go to salik.gov.ae ↗