How to Remove Black Points From License

A driver's license can be suspended for three to six months if they accumulate 24 black points in a single year. Here you can read the procedure for removing black points from your license depending on where you live in the UAE. You can start by following some general guidelines:

1. Check your black-point record.
2. Avoid adding more black points.
3. Complete a defensive driving course.
4. Wait for the black points to expire.
5. Contact the relevant traffic authority.

You will receive black points for every traffic offense you commit and you may be fined. Too many black points can result in confiscating a vehicle or suspending your license.

How to Remove Black Points From License?

To remove black points from your Dubai driving license, you must combine proactive measures with adherence to safe driving habits:

• Visit the Local Police Office or Check the Website
• Avoid Accumulating More Black Points
• Complete Defensive Driving Courses
• Wait for Black Points to Expire
• Pay Outstanding Fines(discount in Ramadan)
• Request Reevaluation (Only for Unfairly Assigned Points)
• Maintain a Clean Driving Record
• If someone else has driven your car and received fines, you can opt for the RTA's black point system.

How Black Points are Issued in Dubai

Black points are issued in Dubai as part of the emirate's traffic point system, which is designed to deter traffic violations and promote safer driving habits. The system assigns a certain number of black points to each type of traffic violation, and drivers who accumulate too many black points may face penalties such as fines, license suspension, or even revocation.

Note: Black points are recorded on the driving record of a driver for one year.

Here's how black points are issued in Dubai:

1. Traffic violations are detected: Traffic violations can be detected by police officers, traffic cameras, or radar devices.
2. Violation is verified: The police verify the violation by reviewing evidence such as photographs or video footage.
3. Black points are assigned: The number of black points assigned to the violation depends on the severity of the offense. For example, jumping a red light carries 12 black points, while using a mobile phone while driving carries 4 black points.
4. The driver is notified: The driver is notified of the black points violation via SMS from 800 5555 or email.
5. Black points are added to the driver's record: The black points are added to the driver's record and remain there for one year.
6. Consequences are applied: If a driver accumulates 24 black points within a year, their license will be suspended for three to six months. If they accumulate 32 black points, their license will be suspended for six months to one year. And if they accumulate 48 black points, their license will be revoked for one year.

Common Traffic Violations and Black Points

Here is a list of the most common traffic infractions and their black points in Dubai:

Note: Above mentioned points are not fixes, they may be changed if any law changes,

Black Points Consequences

The consequences of accumulating black points on a driving license can be severe, including:

• Penalties: You will receive a fine for each violation of traffic law that results in a black point. The severity of your violation will determine the fine amount.
• License Suspension: Your driving license may be suspended if you accumulate certain black points in a given period. The number of points will determine the suspension period.
• License Revocation: Your driving license can be revoked if you have accumulated a large number of black points within a certain period. You will not be able to drive legally in the UAE if your license is revoked.
• Higher Insurance Rates: Insurance premiums are higher if you have more black points. Insurance companies view drivers with black points as a greater risk.
• Problems Renewing Vehicle Registration: You may experience difficulty renewing your vehicle registration if you have a lot of black points.
• Employment Challenges: Some employers require that employees have a clean driving history. A black point accumulation could make it harder to get or keep a job.

Accumulating black points will also harm your reputation, making you less trustworthy to drive. Below are some examples of how black points may affect your driving privileges.

• If you accumulate 24 black points in a calendar year, your license will be suspended for 3-6 months.
• If you accumulate 32 black points in a calendar year, your license will be suspended for 6 months to 1 year.
• 48 points black within a calendar year: License suspension for one year.

The penalties listed above are only the minimum. They may increase depending on the severity and type of traffic infraction.

Check for Black Points on Your License

To check black points on the license:

Website Inquiry:

1. Visit Dubai Police Website
2. Click on "Services".

1. Click on "Traffic fines Payment".

1. Enter your Emirates ID number and license number.

1. Click on "Search".
2. The screen will show your black point balance.

Mobile app Inquiry:

1. Download the Dubai Police App from Google Play or the App Store.
2. Sign in to the app using your Emirates ID number.

3. Click on "Traffic Services".
4. Click on "Black Points Inquiry"
5. Enter your Emirates ID number and license number.
6. Click "Inquire" to find out more.
7. The screen will show your black point balance.

Note: Dubai Police can check your black points balance.

FAQs

How do I remove black points in UAE?

To remove black points, follow the steps below:

1. Wait for them to expire
2. Attend defensive driving courses
3. Pay outstanding fines
4. Request a reevaluation

How much does it cost to remove black points?

The cost of removing black points can vary depending on the method used. Defensive driving courses typically cost around AED 200.

What happens if you get black points?

If you accumulate too many black points, your driving license may be suspended or revoked. The severity of the penalty will depend on the number of black points you have accumulated.

What can you do with black points?

They are simply a record of your traffic violations. However, you can take steps to reduce your black-point balance and avoid the penalties associated with accumulating too many black points.

What is a traffic point system?

Traffic point systems are used to penalize drivers who commit traffic violations. Drivers earn points for every traffic violation. Once they reach a threshold, they can face penalties like fines, suspensions of their driving licenses, or even revocation.

How to remove black points on licenses in Abu Dhabi?

Follow these steps to remove black marks from your driving license in Abu Dhabi:

1. Take a defensive-driving course. If you want to reduce the black points on your license by 3 points, you can take a defensive-driving course that has been approved by the Abu Dhabi Police.
2. Wait for them to expire: The black points will expire one year after the date of violation.

How to check UAE driving license black points?

Follow these steps to check the black points on your UAE driving license:

1. Visit the website of the Ministry of Interior or the Roads and Transport Authority
2. Enter the number of your driver's license and PIN.
3. The screen will display your black points.

How to remove black points on licenses in Sharjah?

Follow these steps to remove black marks from your Sharjah driver's license:

1. Take a defensive-driving course. By attending a defensive-driving course that has been approved by Sharjah police, you can reduce your black points.
2. Wait for them to expire: The black points will expire one year after the violation date.

How do I transfer black points between licenses?

In the UAE, black points are not transferable from one license to another. Each driver is accountable for his or her black points.

When do black points expire?

In the UAE, black points expire one year after the date of violation.

How to remove black spots in Ajman?

Follow these steps to remove black marks from your driving license in Ajman:

1. Take a defensive-driving course. You can reduce your black points up to 3 points. By attending a defensive-driving course that is approved by Ajman Police, 
2. Wait for them to expire: The black points will expire one year after the date of violation.