Sharjah Rolls Out 35% Traffic Fine Discount - Now Covers Impound Fees Too

 

In a move that is both practical and people-focused, the Sharjah Executive Council has expanded its popular traffic fine discount initiative to cover impound fees and late penalties. This decision, passed during the Council’s weekly meeting chaired by Sheikh Abdullah bin Salem bin Sultan Al Qasimi, comes as part of a broader strategy to encourage early compliance, reduce legal congestion, and offer financial relief to motorists across the emirate.

 

A Step Toward Smarter Compliance

Sharjah's latest update to its traffic penalty system signals a progressive shift in how public authorities handle minor offences—placing emphasis on proactive resolution rather than prolonged legal disputes. Originally introduced in April 2023, the scheme granted motorists up to 35% off traffic fines if paid within 60 days. Now, with the inclusion of vehicle impoundment fees, storage charges, and late penalties, the discount carries even greater value.

 

For example, a motorist fined Dh500 for driving with expired registration—and charged Dh700 for impoundment—can now pay just Dh325 and Dh455 respectively, if settled within the two-month window.

 

This change does not merely incentivise financial responsibility—it aligns with a UAE-wide push to streamline minor legal processes and support economic stability.

 

Clear Deadlines, Real Benefits

Motorists in Sharjah can now take advantage of the following discount tiers:

• 35% discount if fines are paid within 60 days of the violation

• 25% discount for payments made after 60 days but within one year (on the fine only)

• No discounts apply beyond one year, or for serious violations

 

This benefit applies to most routine traffic violations, including expired registrations, incorrect parking, or minor speeding infractions. However, serious offences are excluded—such as:

 

• Exceeding the speed limit by more than 80 km/h

• Reckless driving that endangers lives

• Unauthorised modifications to vehicles

• Driving under the influence (DUI)

 

Such exclusions ensure that the scheme rewards responsible drivers without compromising road safety.

 

Digital Convenience: No Queues, No Delays

Sharjah authorities have made it remarkably easy to take advantage of the discount. Fines can be paid through the Ministry of Interior (MOI) app, available on both iOS and Android:

 

How to pay:

1. Download the 1. MOI UAE app

2. 2. Log in using UAE Pass credentials

3. 3.Select ‘Traffic Fine Payment’

4. 4. Search using TC number, Emirates ID, licence, or plate number

5. 5. Choose the fine and pay with a valid card

6. 6. Receive a digital receipt instantly

 

This user-friendly digital process removes the need to visit police departments or service centres, making compliance fast and accessible for all.

 

More Than Just Traffic Reform

The Executive Council didn’t stop at road reforms. In the same session, the Council approved a 50% exemption on government fees for 88 entrepreneurial projects, supported by the Sharjah Entrepreneurship Foundation (Ruwad). This benefit, lasting two years, aims to boost startups in key economic sectors and reflects the emirate’s broader vision of balancing legal enforcement with economic empowerment.

 

Sharjah Leading by Example

The updated discount policy is consistent with similar programmes already running in Abu Dhabi and other parts of the UAE. However, Sharjah’s inclusion of impound fees and vehicle storage charges gives it an edge—making it one of the most comprehensive discount frameworks currently offered.

 

By reducing the financial and procedural burden on residents, the emirate is paving the way for smarter compliance, smoother traffic regulation, and greater trust between the public and law enforcement.

 

Bottom Line:
If you’ve racked up a fine in Sharjah, pay it soon and you’ll save. And if your vehicle was impounded, you’ll save even more.

 

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