What is the new toll in Dubai?
What is the new toll in Dubai? Eight toll gates are installed across the city's major corridors, especially Sheikh Zayed Road, recording 293 million trips in the first half of this year, an increase of 9.8 per cent during the January-June 2022 period. Each trip through the toll gate costs four dirhams.
How do I pay tolls on a rental car in Dubai?
Salik is Dubai's electronic toll collection system. There are no toll booths in Dubai providing you a continuous drive across the UAE without any interruptions. When you cross a Salik, charges are also recorded by the rental company through the RTA Salik system.
How does Dubai toll work?
Each time you drive through a Salik toll gate, Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology detects your vehicle and scans your Salik sticker tag. The toll of AED 4 is automatically deducted from your prepaid toll account.
How can I avoid Salik in Dubai?
Consider Alternate Routes You could either use the Al Khail road or Jumeirah road. Another option would be to use your GPS and switch off the Toll Gate option. It will take you through a salik-free route.