Dubai: Salik’s Variable Toll Rates to Begin January 31; Dh6 to apply during Peak Hours

The system will offer motorists toll-free passage during certain hours

Salik’s variable road toll pricing in Dubai will begin on January 31 this year, the company announced on Friday.

During weekdays, the toll will be Dh6 during morning peak hours (6am to 10am) and evening peak hours (4pm to 8pm). For off-peak hours, between 10am and 4pm, and from 8pm to 1am, the toll will be Dh4. On Sundays, excluding public holidays, special occasions, or major events, the toll will be Dh4 throughout the day and free from 1am to 6am.

The above rates are applicable for all days of the year, except during Ramadan.

The variable pricing timings are:

Meanwhile, the Variable Parking Tariff Policy is scheduled for implementation by the end of March 2025. The policy sets fees at Dh6 per hour for premium parking spaces and Dh4 per hour for other public paid parking spaces during morning peak hours (8am to 10am) and evening peak hours (4pm to 8pm). The tariffs will remain unchanged during off-peak hours, from 10am to 4pm, and from 8 pm to 10pm. Parking will be free at night, from 10pm to 8am, and all day on Sundays.

The Congestion Pricing Policy for event areas introduces a fee of Dh25 per hour for public paid parking spaces near event zones. This policy will be rolled out initially around the Dubai World Trade Centre during major events, starting in February 2025.

Source: Khaleejtimes