Introduced in 2007, Salik is an electronic toll gate system for smooth traffic flow on the Dubai highway. The system adds to the convenience of a hassle-free highway commute. That said, all Dubai car owners must add their vehicles to the Salik account. You can also remove the vehicle from the Salik account if it is no longer in your use.
We have gathered the details for how to apply to add or remove a vehicle from Salik account. You can go through these steps to understand the processes.
How to Apply for Adding a Vehicle to Salik Account
Salik Dubai has eased the traffic flow on the Emirates highway. That said, to prevent any Salik violations, it is necessary to enlist your current vehicle in your Salik account. Here’s how this service allows you to add a new vehicle to a current Salik account.
- REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
The following documents are required to apply for the service:
* Number of Salik tag and activation key.
* Details of the registration card are required for vehicles that are registered from abroad and have export plates. - TERMS AND CONDITIONS
The followings are the terms and conditions for this service:
* The customer must register the account on the Salik or RTA official website. The customer can also register through Dubai Drive if the account is linked to it.
* The vehicle should be enlisted on the customer’s traffic file. - PROCESS
You can apply for the service through four methods. Here is how to add a vehicle to Salik account:
Add Vehicle to Salik Account Through Salik Website and Smart Application
* Log into the Salik website by entering the username and account password.
* Select the ‘Vehicles’ section.
* Enter the activation key, number of Salik tag and vehicle registration card details.
* You can make future changes using the same method once the vehicle is added to the section.
Add Vehicle to Salik Account Through Dubai Now App
*Log into the Dubai Now App and select ‘Salik Accounts’.
* Select ‘Manage Vehicles’.
* Enter the number of the Salik tag and the activation key.
* You can make future changes using the same method after adding the vehicle to the section.
Add Vehicle to Salik Account Through Customer Happiness Centres and Salik Service Counters
* You can visit the Customer Happiness Centres in Umm Ramool and Deira to avail this service.
* Submit the vehicle registration card, Salik tag number, activation key and Emirates ID. The process will add the vehicle to the current Salik account.
Add Vehicle to Salik Account Through Salik Self Service via Call Centre
* To add the vehicle to Salik account immediately, submit the following details:
Number of traffic file
* Details of the vehicle and vehicle plate
* Contact number
* Salik tag number
* Activation key
SERVICE FEES
This service is free of charge.
How to Apply for Removing a Vehicle From Salik account
This service allows you to remove a vehicle from an existing Salik account and also omit its Salik tag. Go through the following process details and requirements about how to remove a vehicle from Salik account.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
The documents required to remove a vehicle from Salik account are:
For individuals:
- If the vehicle’s ownership has not changed, the applicant’s Emirates ID is required.
For companies:
- If the vehicle’s ownership has not changed, the applicant’s Emirates ID is required.
- An official signed and stamped letter from the company. It must include the Salik tags and plate numbers that you want to remove.
If the vehicle is being sold:
- Applicant’s Emirates ID
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
These are the required terms and conditions of the service:
- The Salik tag must be removed and the Salik account must be deactivated immediately if the vehicle is being sold. If failed to do so, the vehicle’s new owner will be held accountable for the toll fees. Also, a no-balance account will count as an offence.
- If the vehicle to be sold is still under the company’s name, submit the following documents:
- Authorised signature
- Letterhead stamped by the company
- Valid trade licence
PROCESS
These are the steps on how to remove a vehicle from Salik account with the help of four methods. They are as follows:
Remove Vehicle From Salik Account Through Salik Website and Smart Application
- Log into the Salik website by entering the username and account password.
- Select the ‘Vehicles’ section.
- Click the ‘Remove Vehicle’ option under the icon of the relevant vehicle.
Remove Vehicle From Salik Account Through Dubai Now App
- Log into the Dubai Now App and select ‘Salik Accounts’.
- Select ‘Manage Vehicles’.
- Select ‘Remove a Vehicle’ from the services menu to complete the process.
Remove Vehicle From Salik Account Through Customer Happiness Centres and Salik Service Counters
You can also visit the Customer Happiness Centres to avail the service. Fill in the vehicle removal form to omit the vehicle from your current Salik account.
Remove Vehicle From Salik Account Through Salik Self Service via Call Centre
For vehicle removal, log into your Salik account. Select ‘Remove a Vehicle’ from the services menu to complete the procedure.
Remove Vehicle From Salik Account Through Salik Customer Service Representative
Another method to avail the service is to contact Salik Call Centre at 80072545. You can request the customer representative to remove the vehicle from the account. The completion process will be immediate.
SERVICE FEES
The service is free of charge.
For any queries about both processes, you can contact Salik Call Centre: 800-72545
The estimated process time for both services through call centres is five minutes. Also, the average waiting and process time for the services through Customer Happiness Centres is ten minutes. Meanwhile, it takes five minutes to apply through the website and smart application.
These were the process details if you want to apply to add or remove a vehicle from Salik account. From recharging Salik balance to the payments, the processes are straightforward. Adding or removing a vehicle to the Salik account is among the many services provided by RTA Dubai for a smooth flow of traffic across the Emirate.
FAQs
To add a vehicle, you need:
Salik tag number and activation key.
Vehicle registration card details (for vehicles registered abroad with export plates).
You can add a vehicle through the following methods:
* Salik website or app
* Dubai Now app
* Customer Happiness Centres
* Salik Call Centre
No, the service to add a vehicle to a Salik account is free of charge.
You can avail the said services for both new and used cars with these simple steps. You can browse through these used cars for sale in Dubai if you’re searching for a new ride. Also, for further information such as buying a Salik tag for your vehicle, go through these Dubai Salik FAQs.
Stay tuned to dubizzle’s auto blog for more information on the UAE traffic regulations, their requirements and details.
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