Does my Dubai Salik account work in Abu Dhabi?

No. Abu Dhabi uses a separate DMT system. You must register your vehicle in the Abu Dhabi Toll app.

What is the grace period for paying a toll?

You have 15 days to pay the base toll before a fine is added automatically.

How much is the first missed toll fine?

AED 100 for the first missed toll, AED 200 for the second, and AED 300 for each following.

Can I check fines without the app?

Yes. Log in on the DMT website with Emirates ID or call the DMT helpline on 800 555.

Abu Dhabi Toll Gantry Fines 2026: How to Check and Pay

Abu Dhabi's Gantry System Explained

Abu Dhabi introduced a distance-based toll gantry network in 2025 that replaced the previous Salik-style RFID tags. Every vehicle must now register its plate with the official Abu Dhabi Toll app managed by the Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT). Tolls are charged automatically when you pass under a gantry on Sheikh Zayed Road, Yas Island, or the Abu Dhabi-Dubai highway.

Current Fine Amounts in 2026

Failure to pay a toll within the grace period triggers these fines:

First missed toll: AED 100
Second unpaid toll on the same vehicle: AED 200
Third and subsequent: AED 300 each

These fines are issued by DMT and appear on your Abu Dhabi Police record. They must be cleared before vehicle registration renewal or when selling the car.

15-Day Grace Period and Payment Rules

You receive a 15-day grace period after each gantry crossing. During this window you can pay the base toll only (no fine) through the app, online portal, or at authorised banks. After day 15 the fine is added automatically. You can still pay the toll plus fine up to 60 days; after that the case moves to Abu Dhabi Police enforcement.

How to Link Your Vehicle Before Penalties Start

Download the Abu Dhabi Toll app from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.
Sign in with UAE Pass or Emirates ID.
Enter your vehicle plate number, emirate, and chassis number.
Link a debit or credit card for automatic top-ups (minimum AED 50).
Confirm the vehicle appears as “Active” in the app dashboard.

Once linked, the system records every crossing and sends push notifications when your balance is low or a toll is due.

Common Mistakes Expats Make

Many new residents assume Dubai’s Salik account covers Abu Dhabi. It does not. Others forget to update the app when they change plates or sell a car. Always remove the old vehicle and add the new one within 48 hours to avoid fines sent to the previous owner.

Checking Outstanding Tolls and Fines

Open the Abu Dhabi Toll app and tap “Account” then “Transactions”. You will see every gantry crossing, paid tolls, and any fines. You can also check via the DMT website using your Emirates ID or by calling the DMT helpline at 800 555.

Payment options inside the app include Apple Pay, debit card, or bank transfer. You can also pay at ADCB, FAB, or Mashreq branches and at RTA service centres in Abu Dhabi.

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