Apply for a Permit to Utilise Pavements for Commercial Promotions
This service enables shop owners to obtain a Permit to Utilise Pavements to display vehicles during promotional campaigns or temporary commercial activities, while complying with laws that ensure the safety of vehicles and pedestrians.
Output
Permit to Utilise Pavements for Commercial Promotions, valid from 1 month to 1 year
Ways to Apply
Website
- Website
Channels
Steps
To apply for a permit
- Log in using your username and password, or UAE Pass.
- Fill in the application.
- Receive a call from the inspector to schedule a site visit, if required.
- In case of approval, receive an SMS to pay the application and permit fees as well as the refundable deposit amount.
- Pay the fees.
- Receive the permit through email and the ROW Permits System (ROWPS).
- In case of rejection, receive an SMS with the reasons (incomplete documents, unclear attached drawing, conditions not met, etc.), and apply again.
To renew the permit
- Log in to the ROWPS.
- Click Permit Status.
- Select the number of the permit you want to renew.
- Click Action , then Renewal .
Service Time
5 working days
Important to Know
You Should Know
- You can choose a permit validity period ranging from 1 month to 1 year, depending on your needs.
- It's recommended to submit the renewal application one week before the expiry date of the current permit.
Eligible Categories
Shops owners
Service Requirements
- Temporary Raffle Permit from the Department of Economy and Tourism to display vehicles in front of the shops for promotional campaigns
- Site drawings
- Site photos
Fees
AED 13,240
| Application | AED 200 |
| Knowledge and Innovation (to submit the application) | AED 20 |
| Permit to Utilise Pavements (per month) | AED 3,000 |
| Refundable deposit | AED 10,000 |
| Knowledge and Innovation (to obtain the permit) | AED 20 |
| Total | AED 13,240 |
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Credit card
Terms and Conditions
- For more information, check the Executive Council Resolution No. (54) of 2021 Regulating Works in the Right of Way.
Updated on: 04-November-2025