Salik
Salik is Dubai's electronic toll system. The toll is deducted automatically as you pass a gate.
Registration
Fit a Salik tag on your vehicle and activate your account.
Recharging
Via the Salik app or website, or authorised top-up cards.
Toll rates and violations
Approx. AED 6 per crossing at weekday peak (6–10am, 4–8pm), AED 4 at other times, free roughly 1–6am. Sundays are AED 4 all day. Keep balance on your tag — unpaid trips lead to fines after a grace period (check the amount on salik.ae).
Where to go — useful links
Prices and timings are approximate and change — confirm on the official site before paying.
Dubai road tolls charged automatically by tag.
Mon–Sat AED 6 at 6–10am & 4–8pm, AED 4 at other times; Sundays AED 4; free 1–6am
✓ Checked against recent news reports (Nov 2026)
Related questions
What if I pass a gate with no balance?
It may count as a violation if you don't top up in time. Rules are on the Salik site.
Official sources
Related guides
MalluDubai is an independent information platform, not a government website.