How long do black points stay on my licence?

Black points remain active for 12 months from the violation date, then drop off automatically.

Can tourists lose their licences for black points?

Yes. Rental companies report violations to the RTA; points can block future visa or car rental approvals.

What happens at 24 black points?

Your driving licence is suspended for at least three months; you must also pay a fine and retake the theory test.

Does paying the fine remove the points?

No. Paying clears only the monetary penalty; the points stay until they expire or are reduced by an RTA course.

Can I take the Road Safety Course more than once a year?

The RTA allows one point-reduction course per calendar year; extra courses do not remove additional points.

Can I Pay to Remove Black Points in Dubai 2026

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Quick answer

No, you cannot pay the RTA or any authority to erase black points in Dubai. Points stay on your record until they expire or you complete an approved course. Paying fines clears the financial penalty but leaves the points untouched. Below we explain exactly how the system works in 2026 and what you can legally do.

How black points work in Dubai

Every traffic violation in Dubai adds black points to your licence. The RTA records each offence automatically. Points stay active for 12 months from the date they were added, not from the day you pay the fine. Once the 12-month period ends, those points drop off automatically. There is no early-removal service, even if you offer to pay extra.

Can you buy your way out of black points?

Some drivers hear rumours about paying a “special fee” or using a middle-man to clear points. These offers are scams. The RTA system is digital and linked to your Emirates ID. Only three things can reduce points: time, an approved driving course, or a court order in very rare cases. Paying anyone who promises otherwise wastes money and can lead to fraud charges.

Approved ways to reduce black points

1. Wait 12 months

Most drivers simply let the points expire. Check your current total on the RTA app or website. If the oldest points are close to the 12-month mark, patience is the cheapest option.

2. Complete the Road Safety Course

If your licence is at risk, you can attend the RTA’s Road Safety Course. It costs around AED 600 and removes up to 8 points once per calendar year. You must book through the RTA website or app; private companies cannot issue this reduction.

3. Court-ordered reduction

In exceptional cases, a Dubai court may order a point reduction after a traffic accident hearing. This is rare and decided case-by-case; it is not a paid service.

Common mistakes expats make

Paying the fine but forgetting points remain for 12 months.
Believing unofficial “black-point removal” websites or WhatsApp numbers.
Letting points reach 24 and having the licence suspended without realising it.
Assuming tourist or visit visas are exempt—rental cars still report violations to the RTA.

Step-by-step: checking and managing your points

Open the RTA Dubai app and log in with your Emirates ID or UAE Pass.
Go to “Licences” then “Traffic fines & points.”
Note the date each set of points was added.
Set a phone reminder 30 days before the oldest points expire.
If points are high, book the Road Safety Course before the next renewal.

2026 RTA fine and point examples

Speeding 21–30 km/h over the limit: AED 300 + 1 point. Using a mobile while driving: AED 800 + 4 points. Running a red light: AED 1,000 + 12 points. These numbers are set by the RTA and updated yearly; always verify current fees on the RTA site before paying.

Tips to avoid new points

Use the Dubai Drive app to receive live speed alerts.
Keep your licence and car registration up to date; expired documents double fines.
Never lend your car to someone without a valid UAE licence—points go to the registered owner first.
Install a dash cam; footage can sometimes help in disputed cases.

Key takeaway

Black points in Dubai cannot be bought off. They expire after 12 months or can be reduced by the official Road Safety Course once a year. Stay within the rules, track your record on the RTA app, and never trust anyone who promises paid removal services.