AED 6 per crossing at weekday peak (6-10am, 4-8pm)
AED 4 per off-peak crossing (free 1-6am; AED 4 flat on Sundays)
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Daily Cost
AED 20
Monthly Cost
AED 440
Annual Cost
AED 5,280
Since 31 January 2025 Salik uses variable pricing (AED 6 peak / AED 4 off-peak) and the old AED 24 daily cap no longer applies — every chargeable crossing is billed.
| Crossings/Day | Daily | Monthly (22 days) | Annual |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 peak | AED 12 | AED 264 | AED 3,168 |
| 2 peak + 2 off-peak(selected) | AED 20 | AED 440 | AED 5,280 |
| 4 peak | AED 24 | AED 528 | AED 6,336 |
| 4 peak + 4 off-peak | AED 40 | AED 880 | AED 10,560 |
What is Salik?
Salik is Dubai's automated toll collection system managed by the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA). It uses radio-frequency identification (RFID) technology to automatically deduct toll charges as vehicles pass through Salik toll gates. There are currently 10 Salik toll gates located on key roads in Dubai.
How much does each Salik crossing cost?
Since 31 January 2025, Salik uses variable pricing. Each crossing costs AED 6 during weekday peak hours (6am-10am and 4pm-8pm) and AED 4 during off-peak hours. Crossings between 1am and 6am are free. On Sundays, a flat AED 4 rate applies all day (except the free 1am-6am window). The charge is automatically deducted from the Salik tag account linked to the vehicle.
Is there a daily cap on Salik charges?
No. The old AED 24 daily cap was removed when variable toll pricing took effect on 31 January 2025. Every chargeable crossing is now billed, so frequent commuters pay for each pass through a toll gate.
Where are the Salik toll gates located?
The 10 Salik toll gates are located at: Al Maktoum Bridge, Al Garhoud Bridge, Al Safa North and Al Safa South (Sheikh Zayed Road), Al Barsha (Sheikh Zayed Road), Airport Tunnel, Al Mamzar North, Al Mamzar South, Jebel Ali (Sheikh Zayed Road), and Business Bay Crossing (Al Khail Road). The two newest gates, Business Bay Crossing and Al Safa South, went live on 24 November 2024. The gates operate 24/7.
Note: Salik rates and gate locations are managed by Dubai RTA. Rates may change. Ensure your Salik account has sufficient balance to avoid AED 100 fines per insufficient-balance crossing.
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