How To Easily Transfer Your Car Number Plate In Dubai

In case of an intention to transfer your car number plate in Dubai, whether selling your vehicle or changing the plate to another car, it has been made easy by the RTA. Due to the inclusion of UAE Pass, the whole transaction is shifted online. There is no physical need to visit service centers. Here's how it goes:

1. Gather the Buyer Information

Before you start the process, make sure you have the following information of the buyer:
- UAE Pass/Emirates ID number
- Mobile number
- Traffic file number

2. Login with Dubai Drive App

Transfers are made through the Dubai Drive app, available for iOS, Android, and Huawei. If not yet downloaded, download the app and log in with your UAE Pass credentials. The UAE Pass is a digital identity to access government services securely.

3. Initiate Transfer Application

After logging in, tap the Vehicle Licensing tab from the dashboard.
Click on my Plate to view details like license detail and Plate number
Select Apply for Transfer the ownership of a plate number, enter buyer details: Emirates ID, mobile no., and TC no.

4. Sign the Sales Purchase Agreement

The application will search for your identity via the UAE Pass. Once cleared, the buyer and the seller must sign their digital signature to the SPA via the application. This move will legally bind the transaction.

5. Payment of Required Fees

The service fee required for the completion of the transfer process by the seller is Dh120. Payment is secure and can be directly made through a credit card via the app.

6. Buyer Receives Transfer Certificate

He will get a vehicle plate number transfer certificate after making his payment, which will be either an SMS or an email. This certificate will serve as proof that the ownership of the plate number has been duly transferred.

Benefits of UAE Pass Transfer System
- Security: The UAE Pass ensures that the process is secure and protected from unauthorized transactions through the use of digital signatures.
- Speed and Convenience: The online system reduces time and effort toward the transfer, hence eliminating the need to visit Customer Happiness Centres or other physical locations.
- Easy Access: It can be done through integration with the Dubai Drive app from the comfort of one's house and at any time.

Frequently Asked Questions

- Can I gift a vehicle plate to a relative? Yes, vehicle plate transfers to first-degree relatives are allowed. You will need to provide proof of kinship and pay the applicable fees.
- How much is the fee for transferring a reserved plate number? The reserving fee per year for an unowned number is Dh80 for reserving the number and Dh20 for the knowledge and innovation fee.
- How long does the process take? It only takes a few minutes if it is performed using the Dubai Drive app or the RTA website.

Transfer of vehicle plate ownership through UAE Pass is one key initiative by the RTA toward simplifying Dubai's automotive processes. Now, transferring your car number plate is easier with fast, secure, and accessible options.