How to apply for a Vehicle Possession Certificate in Dubai?

This service enables you to apply for a possession certificate of a vehicle registered in Dubai traffic system but still not roadworthy.

Eligibility Criteria

Individual customers, citizens and residents, and companies are eligible to apply for this service.

Documents Required

1. For individuals: Original Emirates ID to update the information if it was expired

2. For vehicles owned by companies:

   • Official letter in Arabic from the company

   • Copy of the trade licence

   • Memorandum of Association for LLC companies that carry out vehicle trading activities (in case of applying at the centre)

3. Vehicle Plates

4. If the vehicle is under mortgage: Electronic mortgage release

5. Traffic file of the buyer, if any

6. For diplomatic bodies:

   • Official letter from the Consulate

   • Letter from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

How to apply for a Vehicle Possession Certificate in Dubai?

Through Website

• The customer logs in using his username and password or through UAE Pass.

• The customer selects Licensing Services.

• The customer selects the service.

• The customer enters the required information.

• The customer ID is confirmed through the UAE Pass.

• The customer settles the required fees by credit card.

• The customer submits the plates at the centre.

• The customer receives the receipts and the certificate electronically.

Through Customer Happiness Centres or Vehicle Registration and Inspection Centres

• The customer heads to the front desk employee.

• The employee sends a link to the customer.

• The customer uploads the required documents through the link.

• The customer receives the transaction code.

• The customer submits the transaction code to the front desk employee to complete the service process, check and electronically sign the application.

• The customer settles the required fees.

• The customer hands over the plates.

• The customer receives the receipt and an electronic certificate through SMS and e-mail.

Fees Required

For the owner

• 100 AED

• +20 AED Knowledge and Innovation fees.

For the buyer

• 400 AED Ownership Transfer Fees

• 100 AED Certificate fees

• +20 AED Knowledge and Innovation fees.

Time Required

• Website: instantly

• Customer Happiness Centres and Vehicle Registration and Inspection Centres: 5 minutes.

Validity

Permanent.

Terms & Conditions

• The customer or his legal representative must be present in person.

• The possession certificate does not allow its holder to drive the vehicle.

• The customer must pay all traffic fines before receiving this service.

• The customer pays the required licensing fees difference, if any.

• When transferring the vehicle ownership to a new owner, the terms and conditions relevant to the vehicle's weight and type apply.