Welcome to RENTKONIM! We’re thrilled to assist you with your car rental needs in Dubai. In this guide, we’ll cover essential information, including parking regulations, driving tips, and the specifics of the ‘Salik’ toll system. This comprehensive overview aims to ensure a smooth and enjoyable driving experience in Dubai.
How To Book Your Rental Car
You should visit RENTKONIM or SAADATRENT, for hiring a car in Dubai with just some clicks. You will need a copy of your passport, an IDP, Copy of your flight ticket (it is just for renters opting for an airport car rental service) and, paying the deposit. In what follows, we will delve into some information and tips that may come handy during your journey in Dubai, specially if you rented a car for your trip.
Parking and Parking Fees in Dubai
Dubai’s Parking Zones
- Zone A: Major business districts, tourist spots, and densely populated residential areas. Fees: AED 4 per hour, AED 2 for half an hour.
- Other Zones (B to K): Include commercial, non-commercial, and special areas with varying fees and regulations.
Free Parking Areas
Residential and Touristic Areas
Special Parking Zones
Zone | Location | Type | Rate (AED) |
---|---|---|---|
A | Commercial Areas | Short-term | 4 per hour |
B | Non-Commercial Areas | Long-term | 2 per hour |
C | Residential Areas | Standard | 1.5 per hour |
D | Peripheral Areas | Standard | 1 per hour |
E | Special Areas | Special | Variable |
F | Special Areas | Special | Variable |
G | Special Areas | Special | Variable |
Parking at Dubai Airport
- 5 mins: AED 5
- 15 mins: AED 15
- 30 mins: AED 30
- Up to 2 hours: AED 40
- 3 hours: AED 55
- 4 hours: AED 65
- Full day: AED 125
- 1 hour: AED 25
- 2 hours: AED 30
- 3 hours: AED 35
- 4 hours: AED 45
- Full day: AED 85
- Long-Term Parking: Available at Terminals 1 and 3 for travelers parking over a day. Regular shuttle services connect the lots to the terminals.
- Valet Parking: Available at Terminals 1 and 3, offering a luxurious experience where cars are parked by professional valet attendants and ready for pickup upon return.
- Premium Parking: Located near terminal entrances for quick access to check-in counters and departure gates, available at Terminals 1 and 3.
How to Pay for Parking in Dubai
- Send an SMS to 7275 with your license plate number, parking zone code, and parking duration (e.g., B12345 123A1 for one hour at parking zone 123A).
- Receive a confirmation SMS and the parking fee will be deducted from your prepaid balance.
- An SMS reminder will be sent 15 minutes before expiry, allowing extension if needed.
- A 5% VAT is applied to the parking fee.
- Use coin-operated machines (usually blue or orange).
- Enter your license plate number, parking zone code, and duration.
- Insert coins (1 or 2 Dirham).
- Failure to pay can result in a fine of 150 Dirhams.
- Parking in spaces for people with disabilities without a valid permit can incur a 5000 Dirham fine.
- RTA Dubai App: Pay for parking via the mobile app.
- NOL Card: Use this card at specified machines.
- Seasonal Parking Cards: Avoid individual payments with these cards.
- Apple Pay and Samsung Pay: Available for parking payments, especially in multistorey carparks.
- Bank Cards with RFID and NFC: For quick, secure transactions, especially in multistorey carparks.
- SMS Payment: Use the mParking Service by sending an SMS in a specific format.
Salik System in Dubai
- Al Barsha
- Al Garhoud Bridge
- Al Maktoum Bridge
- Al Mamzar South
- Al Mamzar North
- Al Safa
- Airport Tunnel
- Jebel Ali
RENTKONIM’s Fuel Policy and Petrol Price in Dubai
- Generally range from 2 to 3 Dirhams per liter.
- Prices may vary, so check current rates during travel.
SIM Cards in Dubai
Driving Regulations in Dubai
- Children under 13 cannot sit in the front seat.
- Children aged 4-8 must use a child safety seat.
- Front seat passengers must be at least 145 cm tall and older than 10 years.
- City areas: 40-80 km/h.
- Highways: 110-130 km/h. Exceeding by 80 km/h results in AED 3,000 fine, 23 black points, and 60-day vehicle impoundment.
Driving Penalties in Dubai
- Dangerous Driving: AED 1,000 fine.
- Evading a Police Officer: AED 800 fine.
- Causing Death or Damage: Determined by the judge.
- Parking in a No Parking Area: AED 1,000 fine.
- Driving Without a Fastened Seatbelt: AED 400 fine.
- Child Safety (Under 10 Years Old in Front Seat): AED 400 fine.
- Failure to Give Way to Emergency Vehicles: AED 500 fine.
- Jumping a Red Light: AED 1,000 fine.
- Failure to Follow Traffic Signs: AED 500 fine.
- Driving with a License Issued by a Foreign Country: AED 400 fine.
- Illegal Parking on Road Shoulder (Non-Emergency): AED 200 fine.
- Broken Signal Lights: AED 200 fine.
- No License Plates: AED 1,000 fine.
RENTKONIM Smoking Policy
- Smoking Fee: AED 150 for a comprehensive car wash.
- Additional Fees: AED 200 to 400 if not notified in advance.
Accident Procedure
- Contact RENTKONIM representative.
- Use the Dubai Police app to report the accident with the vehicle’s license plate number and accident location.
- Submit relevant photos through the app.
- RENTKONIM handles the administrative steps and expenses with the insurance company.
Return of Security Deposit
Car Delivery and Return Locations
- Car Wash and Fuel: AED 25 for car wash if not returned clean; fuel difference deducted if not returned at the same level.
- Delivery/Return Charges: Free at JVC branch; transfer fee may apply for other locations.
- Excess Kilometer Charges: 250 km/day limit, extra charges apply if exceeded.
- Rental Extension: Possible by contacting Saadat Rent, subject to availability.
FAQs
Dubai has various parking zones (A to K), each with specific fees and regulations. Malls and metro stations often offer free parking.
Payment can be made via mobile SMS, coin-operated machines, the RTA Dubai app, NOL card, and other digital payment methods.
Salik toll gates charge AED 4 per pass, deducted automatically from a prepaid Salik account linked to your vehicle.
Contact SaadatRent for guidance, and use the Dubai Police app to report the accident from the scene.