Dubai’s RTA is introducing a key change to the city’s delivery sector. Starting at the end of December 2025, delivery motorcycles and e-bikes must display front number plates along with rear plates. This change aims to improve road safety, enhance vehicle identification, and help regulate the city’s growing delivery industry.
What’s Changing?
The new rule mandates that delivery motorcycles will now carry two number plates: one for the front and one for the rear. Both plates will have a gold background, black lettering, and include the code “9”, marking them as delivery vehicles.
This will make delivery motorcycles more visible and easier to identify on the roads. Previously, the authorities only required delivery motorcycles to have rear number plates. The addition of front plates will make it easier for authorities to identify delivery vehicles and ensure road safety.
“This additional front plate applies to motorcycles in the delivery sector to enhance vehicle identification and improve overall safety,” said Ahmed Mahboob, CEO of RTA’s Licensing Agency.
Gradual Rollout of Front Plates
Delivery motorcycles will receive the new front number plates gradually as they renew their licenses. Authorities will issue new plates when delivery motorcycles renew their licenses or if the plates are lost or damaged. This gradual rollout ensures a smooth transition and minimizes disruption for businesses.
“The front plates will be issued progressively, starting with the renewal of licenses. This ensures minimal disruption for delivery companies,” said Mahboob. “In cases where the plates are lost or damaged, businesses will also need to replace them.”
Who Will Be Affected?
This rule will apply to motorcycles used for commercial delivery, such as food delivery, parcel services, and e-commerce. Authorities will not apply this rule to private motorcycles used for personal purposes. If your business uses motorcycles for delivery, make sure they meet the new regulations by the deadline date.
Why the Change?
The primary goal of this new regulation is to improve road safety. By introducing front number plates, delivery motorcycles will be easier to identify, reducing the risk of accidents. The RTA also aims to regulate the growing number of delivery vehicles on Dubai’s roads, ensuring better management and security.
Authorities have already banned delivery bikes from fast lanes, and this new rule will help enforce these restrictions. Delivery motorcycles can no longer use the left-most lanes on roads with five or more lanes.
What Happens Next?
As the December 2025 deadline approaches, delivery businesses will need to prepare for the rollout of front number plates. Make sure your fleet is properly registered and ready for license renewal. This change will help keep Dubai’s delivery sector organized and safe as it continues to expand.
Conclusion
Dubai’s new front number plates for delivery motorcycles will improve vehicle identification, road safety, and traffic regulation city. By following these new rules, delivery companies can help create a safer, more organized transportation system in Dubai.
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