UAE Police Warn Drivers About Fines for Unauthorized Car Stickers

Police in the UAE are reminding drivers that unauthorised car stickers can lead to fines, with officers frequently running awareness campaigns to keep motorists informed about these regulations.

One recent example involved a driver near Sharjah City Centre who, unaware of the rule, was fined after applying a small sticker to his vehicle’s rear window. Similar cases have surfaced across the Emirates, with residents sometimes unknowingly penalised for stickers on parts of their cars, such as fuel tank covers.

Federal Traffic Law No. 21 of 1995 prohibits unauthorised stickers, carrying fines of Dh500 per offence. If a sticker is not removed after a fine is issued, the penalty may be repeated daily. The law applies to all stickers that could obscure vehicle details or interfere with traffic enforcement. Only approved commercial advertisements are permitted on vehicles, and they require prior authorization from authorities.

The rule is backed by Ministerial Resolution No. 178 of 2017, which clarifies penalties for unauthorised phrases and stickers on vehicles. Heavy vehicles must display reflective stickers on the back; failing to comply results in a Dh500 fine. The federal regulations apply throughout the UAE, with severe cases potentially leading to black points on a license or even imprisonment.

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