The process of renewing a car registration in Dubai is quite easy. But it’s slightly different from others as RTA handles the whole process. If you’re one of the people who might be confused about the annual vehicle renewal process. Let me clarify that car registration renewal in Dubai is due a year after the vehicle is purchased.

Documents That Are Required: 

 You need the following documents for renewing your vehicle:

• Original Emirates ID 
• VCC (Vehicle clearance certificate, transfer certificate, and report certificate) 
• Insurance Certificate: Proof of valid car insurance.
• Residence Visa Copy 
• Passport copy
• Vehicle Registration Card: The original Mulkiya (vehicle registration card).
• RTA Fines Clearance: Ensure all traffic fines are paid.
• Electronic vehicle insurance document 
• One of the official letters in Arabic is a trade license copy and endorsement of signature. One of the authorization letters (it is all for company needs)
• Letter from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Valid diplomatic ID (for diplomats) 

Vehicle Inspection: 

Your vehicle needs to pass an inspection to be eligible for renewal. The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) mandates this to make sure that motors on the road are secure and meet environmental requirements. 

Here’s a list of the vehicle inspection tests. These are mandatory for RTA’s safety regulations. 

New vehicle registration test: This mandatory test is for registering a new vehicle. It comes to authorized agency tests. It takes re-registration to test your vehicle and transfer vehicle ownership.

Defect Test: Take the car to the vehicle testing partners’ site for testing, roadside inspection, or remote detection of defects.

Export test: Before exporting a vehicle outside the UAE, it must pass the export test. 

Periodic Vehicle Test: The cars need to take a vehicle test that is 3 years old. This test is also required to renew a car registration in Dubai.

Re-Tests: Your car requires a re-test if your car fails any of the tests. The car needs repair and improvements. 

Testing And Inspection Fees Of Vehicles In Dubai 

Note down the list of the testing and inspection fees for Car Renewal in Dubai.

• The new vehicle registration test fee is 120 AED for light vehicles. 150 AED for heavy vehicles. 
• Export test fee: 25 AED for both light and heavy vehicles. 
• Periodic vehicle test fees: 150 AED for both light and heavy vehicles.
• For retest fees: 30 AED for light vehicles and 50 AED for heavy vehicles.

Book an Appointment: Schedule an inspection at any authorized testing center. Inspection Fee: Be prepared to pay the inspection fee, which typically ranges from AED 120 to AED 170. Pass the Test: Ensure your car is in good condition to pass the inspection. Common checks include brakes, tires, lights, and emissions.

Car Renewal Charges In Dubai

These are the 2 cases that proceed in the car-renewal process in charge terms. 

• New car registration
• Used car registration

 New Car Registration Charges in Dubai 

• The cost of new car registration is AED 420. You will cost an additional 220 AED if you’ve not opened a traffic file. Moreover, there’s a slight difference that needs to be mentioned in RTA’s policy. 
•  400-420 AED is for light vehicles, whether private or public.
• AED 500 for (3-12 Tones) for private vehicles. AED 50 is for public vehicles (3-12 Tones). 

 Used Car Registration Fee in Dubai

• The car registration fee for used car (second-hand) light vehicles is AED 420.
• The traffic file or opening fee is AED 220. (if earlier wasn’t opened) 
• The mechanical inspection vehicle fee is AED 170.
• The fee for transferring ownership is AED 350.
• Innovation fee: AED 20 

Online Renew Your Car Registration:

The online car registration process is really easy. Just download the RTA app, or you can visit the official website. 

• Log in and fill in the necessary information.
• Create your account on RTA’s app or website. If you already have, then log in. 
• Go to “My vehicle” on the dashboard. 
• Follow renew car 
• Fill in the required details. Like number, registered name, email ID, etc. 
• Then proceed.

In-person Vehicle Registration:

Visit an RTA Customer Happiness Center or an authorized service center.

Smart kiosk: 

Use one of the RTA’s self-service kiosks located throughout the city.

Receive Your New Registration Card:

After finishing the renewal system, you will receive a new Mulkiya. If you renew online, you can choose to have it added to your address or acquire it from an RTA center. Ensure you preserve this card for your vehicle at all times.

When comes to validity:The vehicle registration validity is 1 year. After this, it’s renewed.

Wrapping Up:

The car renewal process in Dubai is straightforward. For renewing car insurance in Dubai, go for the renewal process within a month. Otherwise, you face the financial penalty fee. We’ve mentioned all the steps you need to renew your car registration. For more, contact us. We’ve ——years of experience. 

FAQ’S 

Do I know the cost of registering a new car in Dubai?

AED 400 is in your pocket for registering the new car in Dubai. 

Used car registration fee? Do You Want to Know?

The total cost for registering the new car is AED 420. 

 Car registration renewal Dubai grace period? 

30 days of grace period you have, if you exceed the expiry date. 

 Traffic fines must be paid before renewing vehicle registration.

Yes, you’ve got to pay it before going to the car registration renewal in Dubai.

 Who can register a vehicle in Dubai?

All Dubai citizens and all expats who have Dubai residency can register their vehicles. 

 What time should it take to renew my car?

2 hours to pick up and drop off. If your vehicle fails the mandatory test, it will be prolonged. 

 What if my driving license has expired?

No issue, you can register your car. 

Can people register several cars under their name in Dubai?

Yes, there is no limit to the number of cars registered in an individual’s name.