Dubai's Official Toll System Guide

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.

01

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.

02

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.

03

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.

View on Official Map ↗
Al Garhoud Bridge
Deira / Bur Dubai

Al Garhoud Bridge

Key connector over Dubai Creek.

Al Maktoum Bridge
Creek Crossing

Al Maktoum Bridge

Free 10 PM–6 AM (Sat–Thu) & all day Sunday.

Al Barsha
Sheikh Zayed Rd

Al Barsha

Main artery towards Abu Dhabi & Dubai Marina.

Al Safa North
Sheikh Zayed Rd

Al Safa North

Near Downtown Dubai & Business Bay.

Al Safa South
Sheikh Zayed Rd

Al Safa South

Southbound counterpart on Sheikh Zayed Road.

Al Mamzar
North & South

Al Mamzar

Connecting Dubai and Sharjah. North & South count as one if crossed within 1 hour.

Airport Tunnel
Airport Area

Airport Tunnel

Direct access to Beirut Street & Dubai Airport.

Jebel Ali
Dubai South

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

AED4

Deducted automatically from your prepaid balance


Tag Purchase

AED 100

Includes AED 50 credit

Violation Fine

AED 50+

Per day for insufficient funds

How to Recharge →

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.

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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 ↗
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