If you're driving in Dubai, activating your Salik toll tag is a must for smooth, cashless journeys across toll gates. Salik, Dubai's electronic toll system, makes traveling on major roads seamless, but only if your tag is properly registered and activated. Whether you're a newcomer, resident, or frequent commuter, this step-by-step guide explains exactly how to activate your Salik tag online, via mobile apps, by phone, or in person—so you can cruise Dubai's highways without hassles.
What Is Salik and Why Do You Need It?
Salik is the official electronic toll collection system operated by Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA). Every time you drive through a toll gate (Salik gate), AED4 is automatically deducted from your Salik account—no stops, no cash, just smooth driving. If you pass a gate without an active or properly attached tag, you risk hefty fines, starting from AED400.
Where to Buy a Salik Toll Tag
- Online: Salik website (AED120 total: AED50 tag + AED50 credit + AED20 delivery).
- In-Person: RTA Customer Happiness Centers, petrol stations (Emarat, ENOC, ADNOC), banks, or Tasjeel centers.
- Cost: AED100 (AED50 tag + AED50 credit) at physical locations.
Documents Needed for Activation
- Salik tag number & 4-digit activation key.
- Vehicle registration card (Mulkiya).
- Emirates ID and registered mobile number.
- For company cars: Company authorization letter.
How to Activate Your Salik Tag: Step-by-Step
- 1. Online via Salik Website:
- - Visit salik.gov.ae; register/log in.
- - Go to "Activate a Tag," enter tag details and vehicle info.
- - Submit Mulkiya/Emirates ID; confirmation SMS within 24 hours.
- 2. Salik Mobile App:
- - Download the Salik app (iOS/Android).
- - Tap "Activate Tag," input details, and upload documents.
- - Instant to 30-minute activation.
- 3. RTA Dubai/Dubai Now App:
- - Navigate to "Salik" > "Activate Tag."
- - Enter details; confirmation via SMS.
- 4. Call Salik Customer Service (800 72545):
- - Provide tag number, plate, and Emirates ID to the agent.
- - SMS confirmation within 2 hours.
- 5. In-Person at RTA Centers:
- - Visit with original documents; on-the-spot activation.
Post-Activation Checklist
- Install tag 1 cm below rearview mirror (inside windscreen).
- Test by passing a Salik gate within 48 hours.
- Top up via app, website, or petrol stations; set up auto-recharge.
- Update account if selling the vehicle or changing mobile numbers.
Why Activate & Monitor Your Salik Tag?
- Avoid fines: AED50+ per unpaid pass; penalties escalate.
- Seamless tolling: No manual payments or stops.
- Legal requirement: Mandatory for Dubai-registered vehicles using toll roads.
FAQs
- How long does activation take?
15 minutes to 24 hours (fastest via app/online). - What if I change vehicles?
Update your account with the new plate and reinstall the tag. - How to check my balance?
Salik app, website, SMS, or at petrol stations.
Final Tips
Salik activation in 2025 is quick—choose your preferred method, keep documents handy, and enjoy Dubai’s toll roads without stress. Always verify updates on salik.ae.
Drive smart. Stay compliant. Keep your Salik account topped up!
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