UAE Residents Get Monthly Fine Payment Option via Tabby

Paying government fees and fines just got easier. UAE residents now have a flexible fine payment option thanks to a new partnership with Tabby. The Ministry of Finance has announced that federal government fines and service fees can now be paid in monthly instalments. 

This move is designed to reduce the financial pressure on residents by allowing smaller payments over time.

Tabby Offers New Payment Flexibility

Tabby, the region’s largest “Buy Now, Pay Later” (BNPL) provider, will handle payments on behalf of the customer. They will pay the full amount to the government, while residents repay Tabby in agreed monthly instalments.

This option applies to federal government transactions, including fines and administrative fees. It is expected to particularly benefit motorists, small business owners, and families managing multiple government payments.

Users can now choose between a lump-sum fine payment or a split payment through the Tabby platform.

How It Works

To use the instalment option, residents must select Tabby as a payment method when settling fines or fees online. Here’s a simple breakdown:

• Choose Tabby when making a federal government payment
• Tabby pays the full amount instantly to the authority
• The resident repays Tabby in equal instalments
• No interest is applied if paid on time

This fine payment method does not require a credit card. Approval is based on real-time eligibility checks by Tabby. 

Who Benefits Most?

The new instalment system is especially useful for:

• Drivers with large or multiple traffic fines
• Residents needing to renew visas or ID documents with late fees
• Families managing education or health-related fees
• Small businesses handling license or permit penalties

By allowing for structured repayments, the initiative helps reduce financial strain while improving compliance. 

What’s Next?

While the service now applies to federal fines, it may expand to cover local emirate-level payments in the future. For example, traffic fines in Dubai and Abu Dhabi might be included if local entities adopt the same payment model.

Authorities see this move as part of the UAE’s broader strategy to digitize government services and make them more accessible.

Conclusion

This new fine payment option with Tabby offers greater financial flexibility to UAE residents. Whether for traffic fines or other government fees, spreading payments over time can ease budgeting stress. What are your thoughts on this? Let us know in the comments below. 

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