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Apply for a Vehicle Licensing Certificate

This service enables you to obtain vehicle licensing certificates, including vehicle ownership, vehicle non-ownership, vehicle clearance, registration of the vehicle first owner, non-registered vehicle, To Whom It May Concern for Dubai customs, insurance refund, tourism certificate for vehicles registered in Dubai, a return from tourism certificate, To Whom It May Concern of an exported vehicle, and a statement of registered vehicles. You can also check the validity period of the certificate issued by the Licensing Agency at any time.

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Eligibility
Citizens, residents, GCC nationals, companies, diplomatic bodies, and governmental entities are eligible to apply for this service.
Required documents

In case of using the vehicle for tourism purposes

Citizens and GCC nationals

  1. Emirates ID
  2. If the vehicle is mortgaged, an eNOC from the mortgagee
  3. eNOC from the Automobile and Touring Club of the UAE (in case of driving the vehicle outside the GCC)
  4. Electronic technical inspection if the vehicle returned from tourism

Residents

  1. Emirates ID
  2. If the vehicle is mortgaged, an eNOC from the mortgagee
  3. eNOC from the Automobile and Touring Club of the UAE
  4. Electronic technical inspection if the vehicle returned from tourism

Commercial companies

  1. Emirates ID of the authorised person
  2. Official letter from the company
  3. Copy of the Trade Licence
  4. Memorandum of Association for the company, translated into Arabic (legalised translation)
  5. If the vehicle is mortgaged, an eNOC from the mortgagor
  6. eNOC from the Automobile and Touring Club of the UAE
  7. Electronic technical inspection if the vehicle returned from tourism

Commercial companies (Free zone)

  1. Emirates ID of the authorised person
  2. Official letter from the company
  3. Copy of the Trade Licence
  4. Memorandum of Association for the company, translated into Arabic (legalised translation)
  5. Letter from the Free Zone authority of Jafza, Dubai Media City, or Dubai Airport
  6. If the vehicle is mortgaged, an eNOC from the mortgagor
  7. eNOC from the Automobile and Touring Club of the UAE
  8. Electronic technical inspection if the vehicle returned from tourism

Local and federal governmental and semi-governmental entities

  1. Emirates ID of the authorised person
  2. Letter from the governmental entity
  3. If the vehicle is mortgaged, an eNOC from the mortgagor
  4. eNOC from the Automobile and Touring Club of the UAE
  5. Electronic technical inspection if the vehicle returned from tourism

Diplomatic bodies

  1. Emirates ID of the authorised person
  2. Official letter from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs
  3. NOC from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (if the plates of the registered vehicle are consulate plates)
  4. If the vehicle is mortgaged, an eNOC from the mortgagor
  5. eNOC from the Automobile and Touring Club of the UAE
  6. Electronic technical inspection if the vehicle returned from tourism


Other services

Citizens, GCC nationals and Residents

  1. Emirates ID

Commercial companies

  1. Emirates ID of the authorised person
  2. Official letter from the company
  3. Copy of the Trade Licence
  4. Memorandum of Association for the company, translated into Arabic (legalised translation)

Commercial companies (Free zone)

  1. Emirates ID of the authorised person
  2. Official letter from the company
  3. Copy of the Trade Licence
  4. Memorandum of Association for the company, translated into Arabic (legalised translation)
  5. Letter from the Free Zone authority of Jafza, Dubai Media City, or Dubai Airport

Local and federal governmental and semi-governmental entities

  1. Emirates ID of the authorised person
  2. Letter from the governmental entity

Diplomatic bodies

  1. Emirates ID of the authorised person
  2. Official letter from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs
  3. NOC from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (if the plates of the registered vehicle are consulate plates)
Service fees

For the Certificate to Use the Vehicle Outside the UAE for Tourism Purposes

  • Light vehicle: 100 AED
  • Vehicle between 3 and 12 tonnes: 100 AED
  • Vehicle exceeding 12 tonnes: 200 AED
  • Light mechanical equipment: 100 AED
  • Heavy mechanical equipment: 200 AED
  • Bus with a number of passengers between 14 and 26: 100 AED
  • Bus with a number of passengers exceeding 26: 200 AED
  • Motorcycle: 100 AED
  • +20 AED Knowledge and Innovation fees

Other certificates

  • 100 AED
  • +20 AED Knowledge and Innovation fees

To print the statement of registered vehicles

  • 100 AED if the traffic file has between 1 and 100 vehicles
  • 500 AED if the traffic file has between 101 and 300 vehicles
  • 1,000 AED if the traffic file has more than 300 vehicles
  • + 20 AED Innovation and Knowledge fees
Process time
  • Instantly
Process

Through Website

Certificate to Use the Vehicle Outside the UAE for Tourism Purposes

  1. The customer logs in using his username and password, or through UAE pass.
  2. The customer clicks Certificate Group and selects Apply for a Certificate to Use the Vehicle Outside the UAE for Tourism Purposes.
  3. The NOC from the Automobile and Touring Club of the UAE is verified.
  4. The customer indicates the destination and the option of driving the vehicle or using a shipping company.
  5. The customer enters the required information.
  6. The customer settles the required fees by credit card.
  7. The customer receives the certificate through SMS and email.

Other certificates

Through Website

  1. The customer logs in using his username and password, or through UAE pass.
  2. The customer clicks Certificate Group and selects Vehicle Certificates.
  3. The customer clicks the certificate type.
  4. The customer enters the required information (chassis number, plate number, vehicle selected, etc).
  5. The customer settles the required fees by credit card.
  6. The customer receives the service output through SMS and email.

Through RTA Dubai

Certificate to use the vehicle outside the UAE for tourism purposes

  1. The customer logs in using his username and password, or UAE Pass.
  2. The customer clicks Vehicle Licensing Certificates then selects Tourism Certificates.
  3. The customer selects the vehicle and enters the required information (destination and shipping agent or details of the vehicle driver).
  4. The customer reviews the details and proceeds using UAE Pass.
  5. The customer settles the required fees by credit card or Apple Pay.
  6. The customer receives the certificate electronically and can access it anytime through My Docs page.

Return from tourism certificate

  1. The customer logs in using his username and password, or UAE Pass.
  2. The customer clicks Vehicle Licensing Certificates then selects Tourism Certificates.
  3. The customer selects the vehicle and books an appointment for inspection.
  4. The customer settles the required fees by credit card or Apple Pay.
  5. The customer receives the certificate electronically and can access it anytime through My Docs page.

Other certificates

  1. The customer logs in using his username and password, or UAE Pass.
  2. The customer selects Vehicle Licensing Certificates.
  3. The customer selects the certificate he wishes to get.
  4. The customer enters the required information, if needed.
  5. The customer settles the required fees by credit card or Apple Pay.
  6. The customer receives the certificate electronically and can access it anytime through My Docs page.

Through Self Service Machines

Insurance refund certificate

  1. The customer clicks on Issuance of Certificate in the Services page.
  2. The customer selects Insurance Refund Certificate.
  3. The customer enters the data of the vehicle and the name of the insurance company, then clicks on Search.
  4. The customer checks the data and payment details that appear on the screen.
  5. The customer settles the required fees.
  6. The customer receives the certificate through email.

Through Customer Happiness Centres and Vehicle Registration and Inspection Centres

For certificates to use the vehicle outside the country for tourism purposes, return a vehicle from tourism, register a vehicle first owner, or for a to whom it may concern for Dubai customs or for an exported vehicle

  1. For a Return from Tourism Certificate, the customer inspects the vehicle.
  2. The customer receives the certificate link from the front desk employee.
  3. The customer uploads the required documents through the link.
  4. The customer receives the transaction code.
  5. The customer gives the code to the front desk employee and signs the transaction electronically.
  6. The customer settles the required fees in person.
  7. The customer receives the electronic certificate through SMS and email.
Average waiting time
  • Website, Smart App, and Self Service Machines: Instantly
  • Customer Happiness Centres and Vehicle Registration and Inspection Centres: 10 minutes
Validity
  • Certificate to Use the Vehicle Outside the UAE for Tourism Purposes: 6 months
  • Other services: No validity
What you will get
  • Vehicle ownership certificate stating the details of the vehicle and the name of its owner
  • Vehicle non-ownership certificate proving that no vehicles are registered under your name or the name of the company
  • Clearance certificate indicating that the vehicle doesn't have any restrictions (vehicle mortgage) or traffic fines when issuing this certificate
  • Vehicle first owner certificate stating its details
  • "To whom it may concern" certificate for Dubai Customs stating that the vehicle isn't registered in the country
  • Certificate for non-registered vehicle in the traffic system
  • Statement of registered vehicles detailing all vehicles that are currently registered
  • Certificate to use the vehicle outside the UAE for tourism purposes
  • Return from tourism certificate stating the condition of the vehicle after returning from a trip
  • "To whom it may concern" of an exported vehicle indicating that an export certificate is issued for the vehicle, without the need for inspection if it was outside the country
  • Insurance refund certificate for a vehicle whose ownership is transferred to another person inside or outside the UAE
  • Enquire about the validity period of the vehicle certificate
Terms and conditions

General terms

  • The customer is required to pay all the traffic fines before receiving this service.
  • Required contracts according to the legal type:
    • Sole Proprietorship: no Memorandum of Association required
    • Service agent: no Service Agent Contract required
    • Limited Liability Company: Memorandum of Association
    • Single-Owner L.L.C.: Memorandum of Association
    • Civil Company: Memorandum of Association of civil company
    • General Partnership: Memorandum of Association of a joint venture
    • Public Joint Stock Company: Memorandum of Association
    • Private Joint Stock Company: Memorandum of Association.
  • If the company is the Dubai branch of a parent company in another emirate, the customer must provide the Memorandum of Association of the parent company.
  • If the plates of the registered vehicle are consulate plates, the customer must provide an NOC from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and contact the Customer Happiness Centre - Deira.
  • The customer can't apply for a clearance certificate if the vehicle registration was expired for more than 90 days.
  • Transactions for Free Zones in Jebel Ali are only processed in the Jebel Ali Centre.
  • The source of the customs certificate must be Dubai.
  • If the customer doesn't have a traffic file, he must open a new one (200 AED new file fees).
  • On Sundays, Al Yalayis Vehicle Testing and Muhaisna Shamil centres only provide inspection services.

Terms and conditions for Non-Ownership Certificate

  • If the customer doesn't have a traffic file, he can apply for a vehicle non-ownership certificate at Customer Happiness Centres and pay 120 AED. A traffic file will be opened during the transaction, but the traffic file opening fees (200 AED) will be collected when conducting another transaction such as (vehicle registration, licence transfer, etc.).
  • Individuals and companies with a traffic file can apply for this service through the RTA website and self service machines.
  • Jafza companies without a traffic file or CTA activity must apply through Jebel Ali Tasjeel.

Terms and Conditions for Vehicle First Owner Certificate

  • If a customer applies for a Registration Certificate of the Vehicle First Owner for a vehicle listed on customs papers under the name of a showroom or agency in another emirate, and he then transfer and register the vehicle in Dubai, the certificate will be issued in Dubai only and will reflect the customer’s name as the first owner, provided he is the first to register the vehicle in the UAE. No information is retrieved from other emirates.
  • If the customer imports a vehicle from outside the country and registers it in Dubai, his name will appear as the first owner unless the vehicle was previously registered in the UAE and later exported before being re-imported by the customer.

Terms and conditions for the Certificate to Use the Vehicle Outside the UAE for Tourism Purposes

  • The company representative must be present with the driver.
  • If the vehicle is mortgaged, the customer must electronically release the mortgage or provide an NOC from the bank (mortgagee) to apply for the service.
  • Rental companies can't apply for a Certificate to Use the Vehicle Outside the UAE for Tourism Purposes, as rented vehicles can't be driven outside the UAE.
  • When applying through service centres, if a person other than the owner is driving the vehicle, he must provide his Driving Licence. The vehicle driver and owner must be present in person.
  • In case of transporting the vehicle through a cargo company, the customer must provide a copy of the cargo company Trade Licence.
  • Citizens who want to travel in their vehicles to any of the GCC countries don't need an eNOC from the Automobile and Touring Club of the UAE nor a Tourism Certificate from RTA. However, residents must obtain an eNOC from the Automobile and Touring Club of the UAE and a Tourism Certificate from RTA.

Terms and Conditions for Insurance Refund Certificate

  • If the customer has an insurance policy for a vehicle and didn't register it, he must visit the Customer Happiness Centre in Deira to apply for insurance refund.
FAQs
  • Question 1: Can the customer use the Customs transit book (Triptec) more than once if it's still valid?

Answer 1: Yes, however, the customer must check with the Automobile & Touring Club of The UAE if he wants to use it more than twice.

  • Question 2: Where does the customer apply for a Customs transit book (Triptec)?

Answer 2: The Automobile & Touring Club of The UAE from Saturday to Thursday between 9am and 7pm.

  • Question 3: What are the requirements if the customer wants to drive his vehicle to KSA to perform Umrah?

Answer 3: The customer must contact the Saudi Consulate to ask about the required documents other than the tourism certificate.

  • Question 4: What are the requirements if the customer wants to visit Lebanon or Jordan or any non-GCC country?

Answer 4: The customer must request a tourism licence and a Customs transit book (Triptec). The Automobile & Touring Club of The UAE specifies the required fees.

  • Question 5: Where can the customer apply for a clearance certificate proving that the vehicle doesn't have any pending traffic fines in Dubai if the vehicle is registered in another emirate?

Answer 5: The customer must check with the source of the plate in other emirates.

  • Question 6: What are the requirements if the customer wants to sell a vehicle located abroad as junk?

Answer 6: The customer must settle all fines and obtain a clearance certificate from RTA. Any person can represent the customer to apply for this service.

  • Question 7: What are the requirements if the customer wants to sell a vehicle registered in Dubai but located outside the Emirate?

Answer 7: The customer must settle all the traffic fines and obtain a clearance certificate from RTA. Any person can represent the customer to apply for this service.

  • Question 8: What are the steps that the customer must follow to receive a tourism certificate and a Customs transit book (Triptec) if the vehicle is registered outside Dubai?

Answer 8: The customer must apply for a Customs transit book (Triptec) at the Automobile & Touring Club of The UAE. After receiving the Customs transit book (Triptec), the customer heads to the emirate where the vehicle is registered to receive the tourism certificate.

  • Question 9: Does the expat customer need a tourism certificate to drive an Emirati-owned vehicle inside GCC countries?

Answer 9: Yes, the customer, whether citizen or expat, must apply for a tourism certificate stating the name of the person that will drive the vehicle. Expats must get an approval from the Automobile & Touring Club of the UAE to drive a vehicle registered under their name or the name of a UAE citizen in a GCC country.

  • Question 10: Does the customer need to present a valid Emirates ID to apply for a tourism certificate?

Answer 10: Yes.

  • Question 11: If a UAE citizen or GCC national is travelling to any of the GCC countries and wants to take his vehicle on a recovery (shipping company), does he need a tourism certificate?

Answer 11: Yes, the customer needs to visit the testing centre with a letter from the recovery (shipping) company in Arabic stating the customer’s name, destination, and vehicle details, to apply for a tourism certificate.

  • Question 12: If the customer has a tourism certificate allowing him to drive to Qatar, through KSA, is it mandatory to have KSA mentioned on the certificate?

Answer 12: No.

  • Question 13: If the customer is a GCC national and wants to drive his vehicle to a GCC country, will he need to apply for a tourism certificate?

Answer 13: No, citizens and GCC nationals don't need to apply for this certificate when travelling to a GCC country in their own vehicle.

  • Question 14: If the customer applied for a tourism certificate and the centre stated the destination on the certificate (GCC country), can he head to a different country other than the one stated?

Answer 14: When travelling within the GCC, there's no need for another certificate if the owner of the vehicle is a citizen or a GCC national.

  • Question 15: Is there a minimum period of validity for the vehicle registration required for the customer to apply for a tourism certificate?

Answer 15: There's no minimum validity required. The certificate will be issued as long as the vehicle registration is still valid.

  • Question 16: If the vehicle is registered under a governmental entity (for example, Diwan) that wishes to issue a tourism certificate, what's the process to follow?

Answer 16: The entity needs to submit an official letter stating the name of the person who will drive the vehicle.

  • Question 17: If a company has more than 500 vehicles on its traffic file, can it apply for a vehicle ownership certificate?

Answer 17: No, the company must apply for a Statement of Registered Vehicles.

  • Question 18: If the customer’s vehicle is under mortgage, can he apply for a tourism certificate?

Answer 18: Yes, but the customer needs an eNOC from the mortgagor.

  • Question 19: What are the requirements to apply for a tourism certificate if someone other than the owner is driving the vehicle?

Answer 19: If someone other than the owner is driving the vehicle, he must present a legal representation document from the owner to proceed with the service. Alternatively, if the owner is present in person, a copy of the driving licence is required to proceed with the service.

  • Question 20: Can the customer request an insurance refund certificate online if the vehicle ownership is transferred to another person?

Answer 20: If the vehicle ownership is transferred to another person in Dubai, the system will view the vehicle as registered and the customer needs to visit Customer Happiness Centre - Deira and apply for this transaction. If the vehicle is exported, a possession certificate is issued, or its ownership transferred to another emirate, the transaction can be done online.

  • Question 21: Can both individuals and companies apply for Tourism Certificate service?

Answer 21: No, only individuals can apply for the service through RTA website.

  • Question 22: Is it mandatory to apply for a ‘Return from Tourism Certificate’ when returning to the UAE?

Answer 22: No, it's not mandatory unless requested by the bank.

  • Question 23: Can the customer apply for a tourism certificate for trailers?

Answer 23: Yes, and the certificate fee is 170 AED.

  • Question 24: Is a UAE driving licence mandatory to issue the tourism certificate?

Answer 24: It depends on the destination:

    • If the destination is within the GCC, only a UAE or GCC driving licence is accepted.
    • If the destination is outside the GCC, only a UAE driving licence is accepted.
  • Question 25: If the customer’s driving licence details are automatically filled, can he amend the details while applying for the service?

Answer 25: Yes.

  • Question 26: Which mobile number must be added when filling in the details of a driving licence issued in another country?

Answer 26: The added mobile number must be a UAE number.

  • Question 27: Will the driver receive an OTP when adding his mobile number?

Answer 27: Yes.

  • Question 28: How will the details of the driving licence be reflected in the system if the driving licence is from another emirate?

Answer 28: If the driving licence is from Dubai, the details will be automatically filled. For licences from other emirates, manual entry is required.

Note: All fields are mandatory.

  • Question 29: What should the customer do if the application for an NOC from the Automobile & Touring Club of the UAE or the bank isn't reflected in the system?

Answer 29: The customer must check with the relevant authority, as the system will display an error message indicating that the vehicle is mortgaged and that the tourism certificate transaction can't proceed.

  • Question 30: If the customer has multiple destinations, which country must he select?

Answer 30: He must select his final destination.

  • Question 31: If the customer returns to the UAE within 6 months of using the tourism certificate, can he use the same certificate to travel again?

Answer 31: No, he must obtain a new certificate.

  • Question 32: If the customer wants to change the vehicle ownership without selling the vehicle plates, can he apply for changing a vehicle ownership if he has taken his Dubai-registered vehicle outside the UAE with a tourism certificate and the buyer is also outside the UAE, but has a Dubai residence visa and wishes to register the vehicle in Dubai?

Answer 32: It's possible to complete the licensing transaction outside the UAE using the UAE Pass. However, the plates must only be submitted by the customer (concerned person) or his legal representative to one of the service centres in Dubai.

  • Question 33: How can a company apply for a Statement of Registered Vehicles using a court letter?

Answer 33: The court has access to the registered vehicles. Therefore, the company must check with the court regarding the process.

  • Question 34: Where can the customer apply for a special/customised certificate?
  • Answer 34: For a special/customised certificate, the customer must visit the Customer Happiness Centres in Deira or Umm Ramool. The customer can apply for this certificate, which is subject to specific provisions, to drive his vehicle outside the UAE. As the certificate isn't part of the available services on the RTA website, the centre employee writes it manually and specifies the customer's needs.
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