Dubai to introduce truck movement restrictions from October 1, with Emirates Road exempt
Dubai will begin enforcing restrictions on truck movements across roads in the emirate from October 1, 2026, under existing peak-hour traffic controls, with Emirates Road exempt from the decision. Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority and Dubai Police announced the implementation of the restrictions as part of joint efforts to improve traffic flow and road safety while taking into account the…
Dubai will enforce truck movement restrictions from October 1, 2026, as part of ongoing traffic management efforts, with Emirates Road remaining exempt. The decision, announced by Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) and Dubai Police, aims to enhance traffic flow, reduce congestion, and improve road safety. Heavy-vehicle drivers, transport companies, and truck owners will receive an awareness campaign outlining the restrictions' scope and timings, alternative routes, and designated rest areas.
The RTA urges compliance with restricted hours, use of permitted routes, and adherence to road signs to prevent violations. Truck restrictions vary across Dubai, with some roads having 24-hour bans and others experiencing 16-hour bans. More truck rest areas have been developed, with the RTA recently completing 14 of 16 planned facilities, adding 364 parking spaces, and planning additional four permanent rest areas.
Over 400,000 truck journeys occur daily in Dubai, with about 150,000 utilizing rest areas each month. Companies requiring truck movements during restricted periods can apply for a Right of Way Services permit to avoid violations.
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