In 2024, a total of 801,857 vehicles were registered across the UAE, with Dubai leading the way with 484,223 vehicles, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Interior.
Here’s a breakdown of vehicle registrations by emirate:
- Dubai: 484,223 vehicles
- Abu Dhabi: 213,284 vehicles
- Sharjah: 56,657 vehicles
- Ajman: 20,081 vehicles
- Umm Al Quwain: 5,195 vehicles
- Ras Al Khaimah: 14,992 vehicles
- Fujairah: 7,779 vehicles
Vehicle categories
The registered vehicles include seven types:
- Heavy Buses
- Light Buses
- Heavy Mechanical Equipment
- Light Mechanical Equipment
- Motorcycles
- Heavy Trucks
- Light Vehicles (the most common, with 698,699 vehicles registered nationwide)
Vehicle registration process
Vehicles are registered with the traffic department of each emirate through authorized service centers, websites, or smart apps. New vehicles bought from authorized dealers are registered directly by the agency, which handles all necessary procedures, according to Al Khaleej.
To complete the registration, the following requirements must be met:
- The vehicle must pass inspection at an authorized center (except vehicles less than three years old).
- The vehicle must be insured by an authorized insurance company.
- All fines must be cleared before registration.
This process ensures that vehicles meet safety and legal standards for driving in the UAE, contributing to safer roads and more efficient vehicle management.
tanvir@dubainewsweek.com
