Abu Dhabi Toll Registration - Abu Dhabi Salik Registration

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.

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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.

What is Salik in Abu Dhabi?

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 -

Smooth Travel - You can easily travel without a halt through the toll gate
Avoid Fines - DARB is here to stay. Registering to the DARB toll gate system is mandatory to avoid any fine
Online Account Management - The DARB toll gate account is easy to manage with quick top-up service online

DARB Abu Dhabi Gates Location

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 -

Al Maqtaa Bridge
Sheikh Zayed Bridge
Musaffah Bridge
Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Bridge

Abu Dhabi Salik Registration Process in Abu Dhabi

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.

Step1- Log on to the DARB Abu Dhabi website. Alternatively, download the DARB mobile app from Google Play Store or App Store.
Step2- Once downloaded, under the ‘Create New Account section’, select service type as Individual.
Step3- Enter your email ID and press the ‘submit’ button.
Step4- Enter the one-time password (OTP) that you receive on your registered email address for verification.
Step5- After successful account verification, select the Emirates where your vehicle is registered.
Step6- Later, you will be required to enter your traffic code number and select your registered mobile number.
Step7- An OTP will be sent to your registered phone number for verification.
Step8- Enter the OTP and set your account password.

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.

Abu Dhabi Toll Gate Registration Online for Private Vehicles

To register your private vehicle at an Abu Dhabi toll gate, follow the steps mentioned below —

Step1- Visit the DARB website or download the DARB mobile app (Google Play or Apple Store)
Step2-Select "Individual" under Create New Account
Step3-Enter your email and submit it
Step4-Enter the OTP sent to your email
Step5-Select the emirate where your vehicle is registered
Step6-Enter your Traffic Code Number
Step7-Select your registered mobile number
Step8-Enter the OTP sent to your mobile
Step9-Create and confirm your password

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.

To initiate the Abu Dhabi Salik registration process, provide the documents and details below —

Emirates ID
Debit/credit card details
Your car’s number plate
An active phone number and email ID

Registration Fee - AED 100 (AED 50 will be added to your wallet as a balance).

Abu Dhabi Toll Registration for Commercial Vehicles

Companies can register their vehicles for Abu Dhabi’s toll system through the DARB website by following these steps:

Step1- Visit the DARB Abu Dhabi website
Step2- Select "Establishment" under Create New Account
Step3- Enter your email and submit it
Step4- Enter the OTP sent to your email
Step5- Select the emirate where the vehicle is registered
Step6- Enter the Establishment Traffic Code Number
Step7- Select your registered mobile number
Step8- Enter the OTP sent to your mobile
Step9- Create and confirm your password
Step10- Enter the required company details and click "REGISTER"

The following are the required documents for Abu Dhabi Salik registration -

Company Trade Licence (if applicable)
Stamped and signed company letter with:
- Company representative details
- Email & mobile number
- Traffic Code Number (TCN) (found on vehicle registration card)
Excel sheet listing all vehicles with:
- Licence plate number
- Code/colour
- Source
The plate’s source —
- DXB - Dubai
- AUH - Abu Dhabi
- UAQ - Umm Al Quwain
- FUJ - Fujairah
- SHJ - Sharjah
- AJM - Ajman
- RAK - Ras Al Khaimah
Plate's category

RTA/Driving License
Roads and Transport Authority (RTA)	Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) Dubai
Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) Sharjah	Transfer Car Registration
Driving License UAE	Driving License in Dubai

How to Activate Your Abu Dhabi Toll Gate Account?

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 –

Step1- Log in to your account via the DARB website or mobile app
Step2- Click on "Register Vehicle" in your dashboard
Step3- Enter your vehicle details
Step4- Select a payment method (Credit Card/Amwal Wallet)
Step5- Choose your wallet and click "Pay"
Step6- Once the payment is successful, your account is activated

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 –

Step1-Visit the DARB website or mobile app
Step2-Log in using your Traffic Number or Emirates ID
Step3-Enter your email and submit
Step4-Enter the OTP sent to your email
Step5-Select your registered mobile number and press “Verify”
Step6-Enter the OTP sent to your mobile phone
Step7-Set and confirm your password, then press “Submit”
Step8-Add your vehicle(s) and complete the activation

Your account will now be active and ready to use.

How to Verify If You Have Already Registered for Abu Dhabi toll Gate?

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.

Step1- Log on to DARB official portal or use the mobile application,
Step2-Sign in to your account using your traffic number or Emirates ID,
Step3-After logging in to your account, submit a valid email address. You will receive a one-time password at your email address.
Step4-Enter the OTP in the designated field on the official portal and press the Submit button.
Step5-Select your registered mobile number and press the Verify button.
Step6-Another OTP will come to you (this time on your mobile number). Enter the OTP in the marked field.
Step7-Choose a password for logging in to your account and press the Submit button.
Step8-Add your vehicle/vehicles to your DARB toll gate account and proceed with account activation.

What are the Abu Dhabi Salik Charges?

Listed below are the Abu Dhabi Salik gate charges —

For peak hours from 7 am to 9 am and 5 pm to 7 pm, Monday to Saturday – AED 4
No toll charges on off-peak hours
Maximum toll fee per day per vehicle — AED 16
The first vehicle on your account will have a monthly toll cap of AED 200
The second vehicle will have a monthly cap of AED 150
Additional vehicles will be capped at AED 100 per month
Toll charges are waived during off-peak hours on Sundays and public holidays

Fines for Passing Abu Dhabi Toll Gate Without Registration

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
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

Categories of People Exempted from Paying Abu Dhabi Toll

Here are people or types of vehicles exempted from Abu Dhabi Toll Gate payment -

Senior citizens or retired Emiratis (with limited income), and people of determination
Taxis with Abu Dhabi driving licence
School buses registered in Abu Dhabi
Electric vehicles
Ministry of Interior vehicles
Civil Defence motorbikes and vehicles
Ambulances
Towed vehicles
Public buses with 26 or more passengers
Police vehicles
Armed forces vehicles

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 –

Step1-Sign up on the DARB website or mobile app
Step2-Log in and select the ‘Exemption’ option
Step3-Choose the applicable exemption category
Step4-Upload the required documents to support your request

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Frequently Asked Questions

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:

Log in to your DARB account.
Choose ‘Requests’ then move to "Submit Request."
Select ‘Exemption Request’ and provide your vehicle details.
Describe your request, attach the necessary documents, and submit.

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.

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