In a recent announcement by Ras Al Khaimah's Vehicles and Drivers Licensing Department, vehicle owners in the UAE with licence plates that expired on or before January 1, 2019, are at risk of deregistration. However, there is a one-month grace period during which owners can renew their licences and avoid complete deregistration. To ensure compliance, RAK Police has implemented a radar system to detect vehicles with expired licence plates, and authorities have emphasized the penalties for failing to renew on time.
The Ras Al Khaimah's Vehicles and Drivers Licensing Department has issued a warning to vehicle owners in the UAE whose licence plates expired on or before January 1, 2019. These owners must take immediate action to prevent their licences from being deregistered. However, there is a one-month grace period available for owners to renew their licences and avoid the deregistration process.
To ensure compliance, RAK Police has implemented a special radar system capable of detecting vehicles with expired licence plates on the roads. This technology enables authorities to identify non-compliant vehicles promptly. Additionally, authorities have been actively reminding vehicle owners about the penalties associated with failing to renew their licence plates on time.
Renewal of a vehicle's licence plate and insurance should be completed at least 40 days before the expiration date. Failure to adhere to this timeline will result in a fine of Dh500 and four black points on the driver's record. If the registration remains overdue after paying the initial fine, an additional penalty will be imposed if the renewal is not completed within 14 days.
In the event that 90 days have elapsed since the expiration of the vehicle's licence plate, the vehicle may be impounded for a total of seven days. This measure serves as a further deterrent for owners who neglect to renew their licences promptly.
In summary, vehicle owners in the UAE are strongly advised to take immediate action if their licence plates expired on or before January 1, 2019. By utilizing the one-month grace period, owners can ensure their licences are renewed, thus avoiding the risk of complete deregistration. RAK Police's radar system serves as an effective tool to identify vehicles with expired licence plates, emphasizing the importance of compliance. It is essential to prioritize licence plate and insurance renewal at least 40 days prior to expiration to avoid penalties, fines, and possible impoundment.