What is Dubai’s new congestion fee in the parking tariff system for 2025?

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has introduced a congestion fee in select high-traffic areas like Downtown Dubai, Business Bay, and Deira to reduce parking congestion and encourage public transport use. Why is the congestion fee being implemented? The fee aims to optimize parking availability, discourage long-term parking in busy zones, and support Dubai’s Smart City vision by integrating AI-driven traffic management and digital payment solutions. How does the congestion fee work? It is an additional charge applied on top of regular parking tariffs in high-demand areas, with dynamic pricing that increases during peak hours (7 AM - 10 AM and 4 PM - 8 PM) and is automatically applied through smart payment systems. How much is the congestion fee? While exact rates are yet to be announced, it is expected to range between AED 5 - AED 10 per hour in prime locations, with fluctuations based on real-time congestion levels. Which areas are affected? The fee applies to commercial and tourist hotspots such as Burj Khalifa, Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Boulevard, Bay Square, Deira City Centre, Meena Bazaar, JBR, and select parts of Sheikh Zayed Road. What are the expected benefits? The congestion fee is expected to reduce peak-hour traffic, enhance parking space turnover, and promote sustainable urban mobility by encouraging carpooling and public transport use.

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