Dubai Motorists To Pay More From June 1: Check New Salik & Parking Charges

Abu Dhabi: For the UAE drive, an important update is arriving from June 1, as both the Salik toll charges and Dubai parking fees are going to increase due to the implementation of 5% VAT. While this change may look small at first, the driver who drives regularly through Zayed Road and other highway routes or uses paid parking spaces across the city could feel a major difference in their monthly driving expenses.

However, the actual toll charge and parking fee will depend on when and how drivers use the Sailk gates, as it depends on the time of day or non-peak hours. The overall effect of Multiple Salik and parking services makes it crucial for drivers to understand the new charges before they come into effect.

So let’s discover what is changing and how it may affect everyday driving costs.

Why Are Dubai's Salik & Parking Charges Increasing

The main reason behind the increasing charges is the implementation of 5% value added Tax, which will apply to both Salik and Dubai Parking services from June 1. The overall update may affect the Salik toll crossings, tag activation, parking charges, permits, and subscriptions and multiple parking-related aspects across Dubai.

How Much Will Dubai Drivers Pay For Salik From June 1

While the revised amount includes the additional 5% tax, the charge driver's pay will still depend on the day and travel time. As different salik rates will still apply during the peak an non peak hours, access dubai.

Check the new salik fees that will come into effect from 1st of June.

Service Category	Location / Timing	Previous Charge	Revised Charge (From June 1, 2026
Salik Toll	Peak Hours (Mon-Sat, 6 AM–10 AM & 4 PM–8 PM	Dh 6	Dh 6.3 per crossing
Salik Tol	Non-Peak Hours (Mon-Sat, 10 AM–4 PM & 8 PM–1 AM)	Dh 4	Dh 4.2 per crossing
Salik Toll	Sunday	Dh 4	Dh 4.2 per crossing
Salik Tag Activation Fee	All Salik Users	Dh 50	Dh 52.50
Salik Starter Package	New Customers	-	Dh 120
Major Routes Affected	Sheikh Zayed Road, Business Bay, Al Mamzar, Jebel Ali & Al Garhoud	Existing Rates	Revised Rates Apply
Dubai Parking	Peak Hours (6 AM–10 AM & 4 PM–8 PM)	Dh 6	Dh 6.3 per hour
Dubai Parking	No-Parking Hours	Dh 4	Dh 4.2 per hour
Low-Price Parking Zone	Standard Zone	Dh 3	Dh 3.15 per hour
Low-Price Parking Zone	Budget Zone	Dh 2	Dh 2.15 per hour

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How Will The New Parking Charges Affect Daily Commuters

This news will definitely have a major impact on the UAE drivers, especially those who drive daily through these areas, like Sheikh Zayed Road, Business Bay, AI Manzar, Jebel Ali, and Al Garhoud, as these routes will come under the Salik toll rates from the 1st of June. If you are planning to purchase a car, ensure to read the Best Car Loan & EMI Options in UAE (2026 Guide) to find better financing options 

Moreover, if we talk about the free parking scenario, parking will continue to be available between around 1 AM and 6 AM, giving drivers some relief. Along with this, on Sunday, Dubai parking will continue to pay charges of Dh 4.2 per hour under the updated pricing structure. Drivers can check the table below for a complete overview of the revised parking charges. 

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