How to Apply for Registering a New Vehicle in UAE

August 12, 2024

How to Apply for Registering a New Vehicle in the UAE

Registering a new vehicle in the UAE is a crucial step for individuals and companies. Whether you are a citizen, resident, or representing a company, governmental, or diplomatic entity, knowing the required documents, fees, and process time is essential for a smooth registration experience. Here’s a comprehensive guide on how to apply for registering a new vehicle in the UAE.

Eligibility Criteria

This service is available to:

Citizens.
GCC Nationals.
Residents.
Commercial Companies.
Governmental and Diplomatic Entities.

Required Documents

To Register a Vehicle

For Citizens and GCC Nationals:

Original Emirates ID.
Electronic Customs Certificate.
Selling Agreement.
Document Proving Gulf Specifications Compliance: If the vehicle is not compliant on the customs card, a document from the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology is required.

For Residents:

In the Emirate of Dubai:
- Original Emirates ID.
- Electronic Customs Certificate.
- Selling Agreement.
Outside the Emirate of Dubai:
- Original Emirates ID.
- Official Letter from the Company where the customer works, certified and signed by the Dubai branch.
- Electronic Customs Certificate.
- Selling Agreement.

For Commercial Companies:

Letter from the Company signed by the authorized person.
Original Emirates ID of the authorized person.
Copy of the Trade Licence.
Memorandum of Association translated into Arabic (legalized translation).
Electronic Customs Certificate.
Selling Agreement.

For Commercial Companies in Free Zones:

Original Emirates ID of the authorized person.
Signed Letter from the Company.
Copy of the Trade Licence.
Electronic Customs Certificate.
Memorandum of Association translated into Arabic (legalized translation).
Selling Agreement.
NOC from the Free Zone Authority for the areas Jafza, Dubai Media City, and Dubai Airport.

For Local and Federal Governmental and Semi-Governmental Entities:

Official Letter from the Department or Governmental Entity.
Original Emirates ID of the authorized person.
Electronic Customs Certificate.

For Members of Diplomatic Bodies:

Original Emirates ID.
Diplomatic Card (if the Emirates ID is not available).
NOC from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (if the plates of the registered vehicle are consulate plates).

To Receive a Possession Certificate of a Non-Registered Vehicle

For Citizens, GCC Nationals, and Residents:

Original Emirates ID of both parties.
Vehicle Clearance Certificate (VCC) or transfer certificate from another emirate or export certificate.
Electronic Technical Inspection.

For Commercial Companies:

Original Emirates ID of the authorized person.
Vehicle Clearance Certificate (VCC) or transfer certificate from another emirate or export certificate.
Official Letter from the Company.
Trade Licence.
Electronic Technical Inspection.
Memorandum of Association translated into Arabic (legalized translation).

For Commercial Companies in Free Zones:

Original Emirates ID of the authorized person.
Vehicle Clearance Certificate (VCC) or transfer certificate from another emirate or export certificate.
Official Letter from the Company.
Trade Licence.
Electronic Technical Inspection.
Memorandum of Association translated into Arabic (legalized translation).
NOC from the Free Zone Authority in Jafza, Dubai Media City, and Dubai Airport.

For Local and Federal Governmental and Semi-Governmental Entities:

Original Emirates ID.
Vehicle Clearance Certificate (VCC) or transfer certificate from another emirate or export certificate.
Letter from the Governmental Entity.
Electronic Technical Inspection.

For Diplomatic Bodies:

Original Emirates ID of both parties or their legal representative.
Vehicle Clearance Certificate (VCC) or transfer certificate from another emirate or export certificate.
NOC from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (when registering a vehicle with consulate plates).
Electronic Technical Inspection.

Service Fees

To Register a Vehicle

400 AED: Light vehicle private/public.
400 AED: Light vehicle classical.
500 AED: Private vehicle between 3 and 12 tonnes.
750 AED: Public vehicle between 3 and 12 tonnes.
900 AED: Private vehicle exceeding 12 tonnes.
1,200 AED: Public vehicle exceeding 12 tonnes.
600 AED: Private light mechanical equipment.
800 AED: Public light mechanical equipment.
1,000 AED: Private heavy mechanical equipment.
1,300 AED: Public heavy mechanical equipment.
120 AED: Trailer and semi-trailer.
500 AED: Bus with a number of passengers between 14 and 26.
1,200 AED: Bus with a number of passengers exceeding 26.
200 AED: Motorcycle.
35 AED: Short plate fee.
50 AED: Long plate fee.
150 AED: Short classical plate fee.
150 AED: Long classical plate fee.
200 AED: Dubai branded plate fee.
100 AED: Expo branded plate fee.
25 AED: Motorcycle plate fee.
500 AED: Luxury plate.
+20 AED: Knowledge and Innovation fee.

To Receive a Possession Certificate of a Non-Registered Vehicle

100 AED: Service fees.
50 AED: Selling agreement fees.
200 AED: Fee for opening a traffic file (if opening a new file).
+20 AED: Knowledge and Innovation fee.

Inspection Fees

150 AED: Light vehicle.
200 AED: Heavy vehicle.
150 AED: Motorcycle.
120 AED: Quad bike.
120 AED: Light mechanical equipment.
150 AED: Heavy mechanical equipment.
150 AED: Trailer and semi-trailer.
420 AED: Classical vehicle.
100 AED: Export technical inspection.
+20 AED: Knowledge and Innovation fee.

Process Time

RTA Website: Instantly.
Customer Happiness Centres or Vehicle Registration and Inspection Centres: 3 minutes.

Conclusion

Registering a new vehicle in the UAE involves a series of steps that vary depending on your status, whether you are a citizen, resident, or company representative. Having all the necessary documents in order and understanding the associated fees ensures a smooth and efficient registration process.

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