Every official method to top up your salik balance — online, on mobile, at a kiosk, or through your bank. Choose the fastest salik recharge method for your situation.
The official Salik recharge website lets you top up without any account. Enter your Dubai plate number, pick your amount (minimum AED 100), and pay by Visa, Mastercard, Apple Pay or Google Pay. Balance updates within seconds. Available 24/7 from any device. The fastest, most convenient salik recharge method for most Dubai drivers.
Speed: Instant — within seconds | Payment: Credit/debit card, Apple Pay, Google Pay | Note: No account needed; minimum AED 100
Download the official RTA Dubai app (iOS and Android). Log in with your UAE Pass or RTA account, go to Salik → Recharge. Supports Apple Pay, Google Pay, and saved cards. One-tap salik recharge. Also shows gate-passage history, balance history, and auto-recharge settings.
Speed: Instant | Payment: Apple Pay, Google Pay, saved card | Note: RTA account or UAE Pass required
The Dubai Now super-app integrates all RTA services including salik recharge. Ideal if you already use Dubai Now for government services. Supports major card and digital payment methods.
Speed: Instant | Payment: Card, Apple Pay | Note: Dubai Now account required
If your NOL card is linked to your Salik account, NOL credit can be applied to your toll balance at RTA customer service centres or compatible terminals. Useful for cash-based salik top-ups via NOL.
Speed: Same day | Payment: Cash (via NOL), card | Note: NOL–Salik account link required
RTA self-service kiosks at Dubai Metro stations, major malls, and all RTA customer service centres accept cash and card. Recharge salik balance, check history, and manage your account without queuing.
Speed: Instant | Payment: Cash, credit/debit card | Note: Available during station/mall hours
Most major UAE banks (ENBD, ADCB, FAB, Mashreq, DIB, CBD, RAKBANK) include Salik as a registered bill payee. Search "Salik" or "RTA Salik" under bill payments, enter your plate number, and pay. Processing time is typically 1–2 hours.
Speed: 1–2 hours | Payment: Bank transfer, card | Note: UAE bank account required
Authorised retailers — including ENOC/EPPCO petrol stations, selected supermarkets, and exchange houses — accept cash for Salik recharge vouchers or direct top-up. Ask the cashier for "salik recharge" with your plate number.
Speed: Same day | Payment: Cash, sometimes card | Note: Visit during business hours
Dial 8009090 (toll-free, UAE) to reach RTA customer service. An agent processes your salik recharge over the phone using a registered payment card. Best for drivers who face issues with online methods or need to resolve account queries simultaneously.
Speed: 1–2 hours | Payment: Registered card | Note: RTA customer service hours apply