The UAE is known for its high-end vehicles and many car owners take pride in having distinguished plate numbers. If you have bought a distinguished plate number for your vehicle in the UAE, you must apply for its ownership. The process to initiate the ownership application is relatively straightforward.
Here we have detailed the process steps, requirements and fees involved in acquiring ownership of a distinguished plate number in the UAE.
What is a Distinguished Plate Number in the UAE?
A distinguished plate number in the UAE is a unique and highly sought-after vehicle licence plate that is either auctioned off or sold directly by Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA). These plates typically have a combination of two, three, four or five digits that are either round numbers or matching numbers such as 1122, 8888 or 7272.
Distinguished plate numbers are popular among car enthusiasts and collectors. In the UAE, you can purchase a distinguished plate number from RTA’s auction.
Let’s find out more about applying for distinguished plate number ownership in the UAE.
Issuance of a Distinguished Plate Number Ownership in the UAE
This service allows a customer to own a purchased special plate number. Here are the details of the fees, required documents and process steps for the application.
Document Requirements
If you are an individual or a government official, your original ID is required to apply for the issuance of a distinguished unique plate number in the UAE.
Fees
The fee for acquiring ownership of a distinguished plate number in the different emirates is as follows:
- Sharjah: AED 100
- Ajman: According to the Ministerial Decree
- Abu Dhabi: AED 500, collected through the Finance Authority
- Ras Al Khaimah: AED 200, collected through Emirates Auction
Payment Method
You may pay the fee using any of these methods:
- Credit Cards (Visa, MasterCard)
- E-dirham
Process Steps
Acquiring ownership of a distinguished plate number in the UAE can be accomplished through various channels. Here are the steps to follow:
Through Happiness Service Centers
- Visit the nearest Happiness Service Centre.
- Submit the required documents.
- Make the payment of the applicable fees.
- Collect the receipt and wait to receive the plate ownership certificate via email.
Through the Ministry of Interior Website or Application
- Register and log into the official Ministry of Interior (MOI) website or use the MOI application (iOS | Android).
- Select the ‘Plate Number Ownership’ service.
- Attach the required documents.
- Make the fee payment.
- Download or print the e-receipt and receive the plate ownership certificate via email.
FAQs
What to do if the registration card of the owned distinguished number plate gets lost or damaged?
In such an event, you should start the service of ‘Replacement for damaged/lost card of Distinguished Plate Number’ with the Ministry of Interior. The process steps, documents required and service fees are the same as those for the issuance of distinguished number plate ownership. Here is the link to the e-service.
What are the service channels to initiate a plate number ownership request in the UAE?
You may initiate a distinguished plate number ownership application in the UAE via the official website of the Ministry of Interior, MoI smart application or by visiting any of its Happiness Service Centres.
That is all about acquiring ownership of a unique plate number in the UAE. The process is relatively simple. Whether you choose to visit a Happiness Service Center, use the official MoI website or the MOI app, you’ll have the opportunity to make your vehicle stand out on the roads of the UAE with a distinguished plate number.
That said, if you haven’t yet purchased your dream car, head over to this plethora of used cars for sale in the UAE to find your ideal pick.
Stay tuned to the dubizzle auto blog for more information on rules and regulations in the UAE’s auto industry.
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