Salik to add 5% VAT on toll and card fees from June 1

Dubai’s road toll operator says the tax will be remitted to the Federal Tax Authority in line with UAE law.

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Salik will apply a 5% VAT to toll gate usage fees and tag activation charges in Dubai from 1 June 2026. The company says collected tax will be remitted to the Federal Tax Authority under existing UAE legislation.

Key points

  • Salik adds 5% VAT to toll and activation fees from June 1
  • Tax applies to gate usage fees and tag activation charges
  • Collected amounts will go to the Federal Tax Authority

Salik will apply a 5% value added tax to toll gate usage fees and tag activation charges starting 1 June 2026, the company announced, citing UAE tax legislation.

The VAT will be calculated on the applicable fees for both services, with collected amounts remitted to the Federal Tax Authority in compliance with current regulations, the company said.

Salik urged users to check its official channels for updates on tariffs and charges ahead of the change.