Abu Dhabi E-Scooter Rules: Where to Ride, Speed Limit and Fines
Abu Dhabi allows e-scooters only in designated areas, at up to 20 km/h and with a helmet. Fines run from Dh200 to Dh500 depending on the offence.
Where You Can Ride
- Internal roads with a speed limit below 40 km/h.
- Shared pedestrian and cycling paths, and dedicated bicycle and e-scooter lanes.
- Named areas include Al Reem Island, Al Maryah Island, Al Zahiyah, Al Dana, parts of Al Bateen, the Corniche and Marina.
Highways, roads with a limit above 60 km/h and pedestrian-only walkways are restricted.
Riding Rules
- Keep to 20 km/h in designated areas.
- Wear a helmet, and use a reflective vest at night.
- Fit a white front light and a red rear light or reflector.
- Do not use a phone or headphones while riding, and carry no passenger.
- Keep to the far right when there is no bike lane.
- Follow the operator’s rules when you rent a scooter through an app.
Fines
| Violation | Fine |
|---|---|
| General non-compliance, such as no helmet or reflective clothing, riding against traffic, using a phone, carrying a passenger, exceeding the speed limit by 20 km/h or more, or improper parking | Dh200 |
| Riding on a road with a 60 km/h or higher limit without authorisation | Dh200 |
| Missing equipment such as a bell, lights or reflectors, or no working rear brake | Dh200 |
| Riding in prohibited areas: walking and jogging tracks, sidewalks not marked as permitted, bridges or tunnels without lanes, areas with prohibition signs | Dh500 |
Parents should make sure children know these rules before they ride.
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