Number Plate Replacement Cost in UAE 2026
Number plate replacement in the UAE costs AED 60 to AED 250 depending on whether you need a single plate or a pair, and whether you require any additional documentation processing. This guide covers what you will pay and what you need to know before replacing a damaged, faded, or missing plate on your UAE vehicle.
Standard Number Plate Replacement Cost UAE
A single standard replacement number plate at an RTA-authorised plate supplier in the UAE costs AED 60 to AED 150 including fitting. A front and rear pair of replacement plates costs AED 100 to AED 250. Prices vary slightly between Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and the Northern Emirates. The plate itself is manufactured to UAE specification with the correct font, dimensions, and retroreflective sheeting.
What Documents You Need for Plate Replacement UAE
To replace a standard vehicle number plate at a UAE plate supplier you will need your current vehicle registration card (Mulkiya) showing the plate number to be reproduced. If a plate has been stolen, you will also need a police report issued by the local police station confirming the theft. Some suppliers also accept a copy of the registration documents if the original card is not available at the time of replacement.
Plate Replacement for Transferred Vehicles UAE
When a UAE vehicle is transferred to a new owner, the plates remain with the vehicle under most UAE emirate rules. If the previous owner retains a cherished plate number and the vehicle is issued a new plate, the plate supplier will produce the new plates on presentation of the updated registration documents in the new owner name. This is handled as a standard replacement at the same cost.
Number Plate Frames and Holders UAE
Most UAE plate suppliers also sell plastic or metal plate frames and holders. Standard plastic frames cost AED 15 to AED 40. Metal or carbon-look frames cost AED 50 to AED 150. Note that UAE traffic regulations require that plate frames do not obscure any part of the plate number, expiry sticker, or emirate identification. Frames that cover the plate edges can result in a traffic fine.
Temporary Plates UAE
Temporary traffic plates (export plates or transfer plates) issued by RTA for newly purchased vehicles, vehicles pending registration, or vehicles being transferred between emirates are issued directly through RTA service centres and authorised dealers. These are not available from standard plate suppliers and cost AED 50 to AED 200 including the associated registration processing fees.