Apply for a Temporary Access Permit for Building Construction Sites
This permit allows you to set temporary access for building construction sites to facilitate safe access during the construction phase.
Output
Temporary Access Permit for Building Construction Sites and the approved drawings, the validity of which varies according to the condition and type of work
Ways to Apply
Website
- Website
Channels
Steps
- Log in using your username and password.
- Select New Permits from the left-side menu.
- Click Permit Type .
- Select the application type as per the required permit and scope of work.
- Select the sub-type of the application.
- Enter the duration and a clear description of the work as per the scope of work.
- Fill in your information.
- Mark the proposed work location on the map.
- Enter the contractor's contact information for technical discussion, if required.
- Enter the project information.
- Upload the documents.
- Click Submit to generate the application number.
- Receive the approval on the application after its successful review by the RTA engineer in coordination with the relevant internal departments.
- Pay the fees.
- Download the permit and approved drawings from the application page.
- To renew the permit, click Renew in the dashboard then enter the duration and the description of the work and pay the new permit issuance fee.
- In case of rejection, receive a notification by SMS, and the rejection letter and the reasons by email.
Service Time
5 working days
Important to Know
You Should Know
- The application will be automatically cancelled if you don't respond to the discussion initiated by the processor or if you don't pay all required fees before the permit expiry date specified in the application details page, or within 15 days, whichever comes first.
- If the works don't require a No Objection Certificate (NOC), you must submit a refundable deposit because the fees are collected after the final approval of the permit.
- You can apply through RTA website for permits related to all types of plots, with the exception of those regulated by Dubai Municipality, for which you must apply through Dubai Building Permit System .
Eligible Categories
Consultants and contractors
Service Requirements
- Layout of the requested entrance/exit, the proper traffic management instruments, and the safety measures as per the Work Zone Traffic Management Manual approved by RTA
- Affection Plan (for projects in areas not regulated by Dubai Municipality)
- Photos of the work zone and the surrounding road network
- Building Permit (for projects in areas not regulated by Dubai Municipality)
Fees
AED 120
| Permit | AED 100 |
| Knowledge and Innovation | AED 20 |
| Total | AED 120 |
Additional fees
- Refundable Deposit (if required)
Payment Methods
- Credit or debit Card
- eWallet
Terms and Conditions
- For more information, check the Executive Council Resolution No. (54) of 2021 Regulating Works in the Right of Way.
FAQs
- Q: How can I request a deposit refund?
- A: You can request a deposit refund after the permit expires through the website, by following the steps below:
- Log in using your username and password.
- Click Deposit Refund Request.
- Click Apply for Deposit Refund.
- Enter the ROWPS application number and fill in the information.
- Submit the request.
- A: You can request a deposit refund after the permit expires through the website, by following the steps below:
Updated on: 04-November-2025