From Sunday 1 November 2026, speed limits change on five Dubai roads. Three go up and two come down, and the new limits apply in both directions on the affected stretches.
The biggest jump is on Al Asayel Street, which rises from 60 to 80km/h. The biggest surprise for commuters is probably Al Rebat Street, which drops from 100 to 90km/h. Here is every change and what it means for your drive.
Quick facts
- When: From Sunday 1 November 2026
- Who decided: Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) with Dubai Police
- Roads affected: Five, in both directions
- Going up: Al Asayel Street (80km/h), Al Mustaqbal Street (70km/h), Latifa bint Hamdan Street (70km/h)
- Coming down: Al Rebat Street (90km/h), Sheikh Sabah Al Ahmad Al Jaber Al Sabah Street (70km/h)
- Cameras: Reprogrammed to the new limits; signs being replaced
Which Dubai roads have new speed limits?
These are the five stretches announced by RTA in October 2026. Only the sections listed change; the rest of each road keeps its existing limit.
1. Al Asayel Street: 60 to 80km/h
Between Oud Metha Street and Al Meydan Street. This is the largest change of the five, a 20km/h increase in one go.
2. Al Mustaqbal Street: 60 to 70km/h
Between Sheikh Rashid Street and Al Meydan Street. A modest rise for drivers heading towards Meydan.
3. Latifa bint Hamdan Street: 60 to 70km/h
Between Sheikh Zayed Road and Al Khail Road. A handy link between Dubai’s two main north-south highways, now a little quicker.
4. Al Rebat Street: 100 to 90km/h
Between Marrakech Street and Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road. This is a reduction, so the habit of cruising at 100 here now risks a fine.
5. Sheikh Sabah Al Ahmad Al Jaber Al Sabah Street: 80 to 70km/h
Between 2nd December Street and Khalid bin Al Waleed Street. Also a reduction, on a busier, more built-up stretch.
Why did RTA change the limits?
RTA says the new limits come from an engineering and technical study carried out over several months with an international consultant. It is part of the 2026 update to the Dubai Speed Management Manual.
The study looked at traffic volumes, the speed each road was designed for, how much building and development lines the road, the speeds drivers actually travel at, pedestrian activity and important facilities along each route.
In short, roads that were built for faster traffic and see few pedestrians got a higher limit. Busier, more urban stretches got a lower one. The stated aim is smoother traffic and safer roads.
Will the speed cameras catch me straight away?
Yes, assume so. RTA said speed cameras on these roads would be reprogrammed to match the new limits before 1 November, and the speed signs along each section are being replaced.
No grace period was announced. On the two roads where the limit has dropped, a speed that was legal last week could now get you a fine.
What about the radar “buffer”?
You may have heard that Dubai cameras only flash once you go well over the limit. That gap between the posted limit and the camera trigger point is not an official allowance, and it can differ from road to road.
The safe rule is simple: drive to the number on the sign. On Al Rebat Street that now means 90, not 100.
How much is a speeding fine in Dubai?
Fines in the UAE are set in bands depending on how far over the limit you go. They start at AED 300 for exceeding the limit by up to 20km/h and rise to AED 3,000 for going more than 80km/h over.
The higher bands also add black points and vehicle impoundment. Going more than 60km/h over, for example, brings a AED 2,000 fine, 12 black points and a 30-day impoundment.
How do I check if I have been fined?
You can check and pay traffic fines through the Dubai Police website and app, or through the RTA app. It is worth a quick check if you drove one of these roads in the first few days and are unsure whether you were over.
Tips for the first few weeks
- Look for the new signs along each changed section, and do not assume the old limit still applies.
- Update your sat-nav app. Navigation apps can take a while to pick up new limits, so trust the road sign over your phone.
- Watch your mirrors on the higher-limit roads. Not every driver will have noticed that the limit on Al Asayel Street has gone up, so traffic speeds may be mixed for a while.
- Be extra careful on Al Rebat Street. Drivers used to 100km/h may not slow down straight away.
Are more speed limit changes coming?
RTA has not announced further changes alongside these five. Because the limits now follow the updated Dubai Speed Management Manual, more reviews are possible in future. We will update this guide if another road changes.
For official announcements, keep an eye on the RTA website and its social channels.
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FAQs
When do Dubai’s new speed limits start?
Sunday 1 November 2026, on all five roads, in both directions.
What is the new speed limit on Al Asayel Street?
80km/h between Oud Metha Street and Al Meydan Street, up from 60km/h.
Which Dubai roads have lower speed limits now?
Al Rebat Street (100 to 90km/h, between Marrakech Street and Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road) and Sheikh Sabah Al Ahmad Al Jaber Al Sabah Street (80 to 70km/h, between 2nd December Street and Khalid bin Al Waleed Street).
Is there a grace period for the new limits?
None was announced. Cameras were set to the new limits from the start date.
What is the fine for speeding in Dubai?
From AED 300 for up to 20km/h over the limit, rising to AED 3,000 plus 23 black points and a 60-day impoundment for more than 80km/h over.
