LIST: 21 violations and penalties under Dubai’s new mobility law for e-scooters, bikes

Riding e-scooters will now require a driving license in Dubai, as the emirate announced new regulations for the use of bicycles, electric bikes and scooters.

“Riding bikes or bicycles without receiving RTA’s approval, either for group training (more than four cyclists/bikers), or individual training (less than four), is strictly prohibited. Riders should always make sure they do not obstruct movement on cycling tracks Failure to adhere to laws and regulations governing cycling and biking or endangering the safety of other cyclists, vehicles and pedestrians can bring penalties and fines,” the Dubai’s authority said in a statement.

The regulations, governed by the Executive Council Resolution No (13) of 2022 issued by H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Executive Council of Dubai, have specified 21 violations that can attract fines of up to AED300 and confiscation of the bikes.

Here is the full list of violations and fines:

1. Failure to cycle or use your (the) bike in RTA’s designated cycling paths. AED200
2. Cycling or using an electric bike on a road where the speed limit sign is more than 60 km/hour. AED300
3. Cycling in a reckless way that may endanger the life of the cyclist or others. AED300
4. Riding or leaving the bicycle on paths designated for walking or jogging. AED200
5. Using an electric scooter or any other type of bike specified by RTA without receiving a driving licence. AED200
6. Pillion riding (rider) on an unfitted bicycle or electric bike, or in case the cyclist and pillion rider doesn’t wear a jacket and helmet. AED200
7. Failure to respect RTA’s specified speed limits on cycling paths. AED100
8. Pillion riding (rider) on electric scooter. AED300
9. Cycling without adhering to safety and security requirements specified in this resolution and its bylaws. AED200
10. Failure to meeting the technical requirements for bikes stipulated in this resolution and the decisions issued pursuant to it. AED300
11. Parking the bike in non-designated areas, or in a way that may interrupt traffic or pedestrian movement, or in a dangerous way for road users. AED200
12. Non-compliance with the instructions on the directional signs specified on the road and tracks. AED200
13. Solo cycling of kids below 12 years without adult supervision (older than 18 years). AED200
14. Not dismounting from the bike while crossing on pedestrian crossings. AED200
15. Failure to notify RTA, Police or Ambulance Services, without a valid reason, about incidents the cyclist caused or was a victim of, and resulted in injuries or material damages. AED300
16. Using the left side of the road while cycling or using the electric bike, and changing lane without ensuring its free. AED200
17. Cycling opposite to the direction of the traffic. AED200
18. Parking or driving a vehicle on cycle paths or attempting to disable the use of the cycle path. AED300
19. Towing the bike with a vehicle, or towing things with the bike. AED300
20. Failure to obtain group training license from RTA before training. AED200 per person
21. Training individually. AED100 per person