Seeing a traffic fine marked as non payable fines Sharjah can be confusing, especially when you are ready to settle it immediately. In the UAE, a fine is usually blocked for an administrative reason rather than for the unpaid amount alone.
This guide explains what non-payable fines mean, why they happen, and exactly how to unlock and pay them, with clear steps for Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and other emirates.
- Understanding non-payable traffic fines
- Why traffic fines get blocked
- How to unblock fines by transferring black points
- Paying the fine after it is unlocked
- Special cases and exceptions
- What happens if the fine is not resolved
- Quick comparison by emirate
- Key takeaways
- FAQs
Understanding non-payable traffic fines
A traffic fine becomes non-payable when it includes black points that have not yet been linked to a driver’s licence. Until those points are assigned correctly, the system blocks payment.
This status prevents drivers from renewing vehicle registration, renewing a driving licence, or completing some government services. The block is administrative, not financial.
Why traffic fines get blocked
Most blocked fines are linked to serious traffic violations that carry black points. Common triggers include:
- Excessive speeding
- Running a red light
- Reckless or dangerous driving
- Major traffic safety violations
If the offence is recorded against the vehicle file or plate instead of a driver’s licence, the fine remains non-payable until black points are transferred.
How to unblock fines by transferring black points
The process differs by emirate. Once black points are transferred, the fine unlocks and becomes payable.
Abu Dhabi – using the TAMM app
Abu Dhabi allows full digital processing through TAMM.
Open the TAMM app and log in using UAE Pass. Non-payable fines appear with a visible indicator. Select the fine, choose Transfer Black Points, then transfer them to your driving licence. An OTP will be sent to your registered mobile number for confirmation.
Once verified, black points are transferred within minutes, and the fine becomes payable.
Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al Quwain, Fujairah, Ras Al Khaimah – MOI UAE app
For non-payable fines in Sharjah and other northern emirates, the MOI UAE app is used.
Log in with UAE Pass, go to Traffic Services, then select Register Black Points. Search for your fines using your plate number or traffic file number. Confirm the transfer using the OTP sent to your phone.
After a successful transfer, the fine unlocks and can be paid immediately.
Dubai – RTA app
Dubai allows non-payable fines linked to black points to be unlocked and paid online through the RTA platforms.
Start by visiting the Fines Enquiry and Payment page and either enter your fine or vehicle details manually or log in using UAE Pass. When the fine appears, select Payable Black Points (Dubai or other emirates).
You will then be asked to declare the driver responsible for the violation.
If you were driving the vehicle, confirm this and enter the traffic code sent by SMS.
If another person was driving, enter their driving licence details. The nominated driver will receive a notification to declare the black points and must enter the traffic code sent to them.
Once the black points are successfully declared and assigned to the correct licence, the system immediately unlocks the fine. You can then proceed with payment online and receive the payment receipt by email. The entire process is completed instantly,
Paying the fine after it is unlocked
After black points are transferred, payment options open immediately.
You can pay via:
- MOI app or website
- TAMM app (Abu Dhabi)
- RTA app or website
- Traffic service centres
You will need your plate number, fine number, or traffic file number. Payment is usually accepted by debit card, credit card, or supported digital payment methods.
Special cases and exceptions
Some situations require additional attention before a fine can be settled.
- When the fine is under another traffic profile
If the violation was issued under another person’s traffic file, such as the vehicle owner or a family member, black points must first be transferred from that profile to the actual driver’s licence.
- When your licence has reached the maximum black points
If a licence has already reached 24 black points, the case may escalate to court. In such cases, fines and services remain blocked until legal resolution.
What happens if the fine is not resolved
Unresolved non-payable fines can block:
- Vehicle registration renewal
- Driving licence renewal
- Insurance-related services
In severe cases, vehicles may remain impounded, or matters may escalate legally.
Quick comparison – unlocking non-payable fines by emirate
| Emirate | Method | Requirements |
| Abu Dhabi | TAMM app | UAE Pass, OTP, plate number or fine details |
| Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al Quwain, Fujairah, Ras Al Khaimah | MOI UAE app | UAE Pass, traffic file number or plate number, OTP |
| Dubai | RTA app | Emirates ID, driving licence |
Key takeaways
Non-payable traffic fines are blocked because black points are not linked to a driver’s licence, not because payment is refused. Most emirates allow online black-point transfer via MOI or TAMM, while Dubai requires an in-person visit. Once points are transferred, fines unlock immediately and can be paid through normal channels. Ignoring blocked fines can prevent renewals and lead to legal complications.
Frequently asked questions
Because the fine includes black points that must first be transferred to a driving licence.
Yes. If the offence was recorded under another profile, points can be transferred to the correct driver.
Usually, a few minutes once OTP verification is completed.
Yes. Anyone with the fine or traffic file details can pay on your behalf.
Occasionally, but the black-point transfer must be completed first before any discount can apply.
