Whether you're a resident or a visitor, having an active DARB account helps you comply with Abu Dhabi’s road regulations and avoid penalties.The registration process is simple and can be completed online through the DARB website or mobile app. Once registered, you can manage your toll payments, track transactions, and check for any outstanding fines easily.
If your vehicle is registered outside Abu Dhabi, manual registration is required to ensure you qualify for any exemptions. Commercial establishments must also register their company vehicles separately.
This page walks you through the step-by-step process of registering your vehicle for the Abu Dhabi Salik (DARB) system, ensuring a hassle-free experience on the road.
DARB or Salik in Abu Dhabi is a toll gate system started by the Department of Transport Abu Dhabi. This toll gate system is designed to streamline the traffic flow in Abu Dhabi. DARB utilises overhead sensors that automatically deduct the toll charges at the designated toll gates.
Here are the reasons you should register for Abu Dhabi Salik -
The Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT) and the Integrated Transport Centre (ITC) have assigned 4 active DARB toll gates in Abu Dhabi at the following bridges -
Abu Dhabi Salik registration can easily be done online by visiting the DARB official portal. After you have collected your prerequisites, you need to follow the steps mentioned below.
Once you have successfully confirmed your password, your Abu Dhabi Salik registration process concludes. You can later activate your account, register your vehicle, and top up your DARB wallet using the account.
You may note that you need to pay a registration fee of AED 100 for Abu Dhabi toll posts registration. Out of that amount, you will receive AED 50 as your starting balance for your Abu Dhabi Salik account.
To register your private vehicle at an Abu Dhabi toll gate, follow the steps mentioned below —
Once these steps are completed, your DARB account will be ready. You can now activate your account, register your vehicle, and top-up your DARB wallet.
Registration Fee - AED 100 (AED 50 will be added to your wallet as a balance).
Companies can register their vehicles for Abu Dhabi’s toll system through the DARB website by following these steps:
The following are the required documents for Abu Dhabi Salik registration -
After registering for the Abu Dhabi toll system online, the next step is to activate your account. Follow these steps to complete the activation process –
Heads-up: For multiple vehicles, repeat the process for each one. Once activated, you can log in anytime to top-up your wallet, check fines, and track transactions. |
If you were already registered on the ITC website and need to activate your DARB account, follow these steps –
Your account will now be active and ready to use.
If you are already registered on the ITC website, you may find it confusing whether you need to register separately for the DARB toll gate account. Here is what you need to do for verification and account activation.
Listed below are the Abu Dhabi Salik gate charges —
Before levying any fine, the DARB toll gate of Abu Dhabi grants 10 days to register the vehicle. If you do not register the vehicle within this grace period, the following fines will apply-
Descriptions | Fines |
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Fine on the first day after a grace period | AED 100 |
Fine on the second day after a grace period | AED 200 |
Fine on the third day after a grace period | AED 400 |
Maximum Limit | AED 10,000 |
Here are people or types of vehicles exempted from Abu Dhabi Toll Gate payment -
How to Exempt the Vehicle from the DARB Toll System?Vehicles registered in Abu Dhabi are automatically exempt from toll charges if they qualify. However, owners of vehicles from other emirates must apply for an exemption manually. Here’s how –
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You cannot use the Dubai Salik tag at the DARB toll gate system.
The peak hours in Abu Dhabi toll gate timings are Monday to Saturday from 7 am to 9 am and 5 pm to 7 pm. In this period, motorists incur an AED 4 charge. However, on non-peak hours of weekdays, Fridays, and public holidays, no DARB toll charges apply.
Even if you're exempted from toll fees, you still need Abu Dhabi Salik registration. Activate your DARB account and apply for exemption with these steps:
Your request will be reviewed and exemptions will be granted, if eligible.
Anyone with a car registered outside Abu Dhabi and a valid Emirates ID can go for Abu Dhabi toll gate registration.