Apply for Registering a New Vehicle
Get an Ownership Certificate for the registered vehicle to be able to drive it on the roads and be compliant with the provisions of the traffic law, or get a Possession Certificate for the non-registered vehicle.
Select the type of certificate
Output
Possession Certificate of a Non-Registered Vehicle with no expiry date
Ways to Apply
Website
- Website
- RTA Smart Apps
- RTA Partner Apps
- Customer Happiness Centres
- Vehicle Registration and Inspection Centres
Channels
Steps
- Log in using your username and password, or UAE Pass.
- Select Register New Vehicle from Vehicle Licensing Services .
- Select Apply for a Possession Certificate of a Non-Registered Vehicle .
- Enter the vehicle details and upload the documents.
- The documents are reviewed within 1 working day.
- Receive a notification to proceed.
- Select the Vehicle Inspection Centre and book an appointment or go directly to the Inspection Centre to carry out the technical inspection.
- Receive the Vehicle Inspection Certificate and complete the transaction on RTA website.
- Your ID is confirmed through the UAE Pass.
- Pay the fees.
- Receive the electronic certificate through SMS and email.
Service Time
Instantly, after receiving the inspection certificate and paying the fees
Channels
Steps
- Log in using your username and password, or UAE Pass.
- Select Vehicle Registration from the Vehicle Licensing Services list, then Possession of Non-Registered Vehicle .
- Select the vehicle source.
- Enter the details and upload the documents (if the account isn't verified).
- The documents are reviewed within 1 working day.
- Receive a notification to proceed.
- Review the details and proceed using your UAE Pass.
- Pay the fees.
- Receive the certificate through the selected courier method.
Service Time
Instantly, after receiving the inspection certificate and paying the fees
Channels
- Dubai Now ( Google play - App store )
Steps
- Log in.
- Click Driving then Register a Vehicle .
- Select Possession Certificate for a Non-Registered Vehicle .
- Select the vehicle source.
- Upload the documents.
- The documents are reviewed within 1 working day.
- Receive a notification to proceed.
- Pay the fees.
- Receive the certificate online.
Service Time
Instantly, after receiving the inspection certificate and paying the fees
Channels
Steps
- Receive a link from the front desk employee.
- Upload the documents through the link.
- Receive the transaction code and share it with the employee.
- Check and electronically sign the application.
- Pay the fines and fees.
- Receive the certificate through SMS and email.
Service Time
Instantly
Channels
Steps
- Receive a link from the front desk employee.
- Upload the documents through the link.
- Receive the transaction code and share it with the employee.
- Check and electronically sign the application.
- Pay the fines and fees.
- Receive the certificate through SMS and email.
Service Time
Instantly
Important to Know
You Should Know
- A Possession Certificate issued in another emirate can't be used to register a vehicle in Dubai.
- You or your legal representative must be present in person when applying at Customer Happiness or Inspection Centres.
- If you're a resident, you're entitled to possess a maximum of 3 vehicles in the Traffic File.
- If you're a GCC national, and you can't provide an Emirates ID, you must provide a document proving one of the following:
- You're working in a governmental or semi-governmental entity in Dubai.
- You're an owner, investor, or student in Dubai.
- On Sundays, Al Yalayis Vehicle Testing and Muhaisna Shamil centres only provide inspection services.
You Should Do
- Pay all traffic fines.
Eligible Categories
Citizens, residents, and GCC nationals
Service Requirements
- Emirates ID of the buyer and seller
- Vehicle Clearance Certificate (VCC) or Transfer Certificate from another emirate or Export Certificate
- Electronic technical inspection
Fees
AED 370
| Certificate | AED 100 |
| Sale and Purchase Agreement | AED 50 |
| Traffic File | AED 200 |
| Knowledge and Innovation | AED 20 |
| Total | AED 370 |
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Credit card
- Apple Pay
Terms and Conditions
None
FAQs
- Q: What's the process if I have a Possession Certificate and want to register the vehicle under someone else's name?
- A: You can register the vehicle directly under the buyer's name. You aren't required to transfer the possession to the buyer before registration. You must pay the selling fees (AED 50) and the buyer must pay the registration fees.
Updated on: 05-January-2026