Comprehensive Guide on How to Activate Your Salik Tag

DubaI’s electronic toll gate system is called Salik. Its advantage is that traffic will be free-flowing on main roads with a considerable reduction of conglomeration. In order to use this system, car owners need to purchase and activate their Salik tag attached to their vehicle’s windscreen. This article is all about how to activate your salik tag and will guide you through the process and keeping your account in good shape to save you from fines.

Why Activate Your Salik Tag?

Activating your Salik tag is crucial for several reasons:

• Non-activated tags can result in fines.
• An activated tag ensures that toll fees are automatically deducted from your Salik account5.
• Compliant with RTA rules and regulations

Procedure for Salik Tag Activation

1.    Buy Your Salik Tag

You can acquire a Salik tag at a petrol station, RTA customer service, or the Salik website.

2.    Collect Documents Required

Prior to activation, make sure you have the following:

• Vehicle registration
• TAG number for activation (along with the tag)

3.    Select Your Activation Option

You can also reactivate your Salik tag using any of the following ways:

a.    Dubai Drive Mobile App

1. Download and install the Dubai Drive mobile application.
2. Open the application and go to the Salik services page.
3. Enter your vehicle’s registration details, as well as tag activation number.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the activation.

b.    Dubai Now Mobile App

1. Download and install the Dubai Now app.
2. Go to the Salik services section.
3. Input your vehicle registration details and tag activation number7.
4. Complete the activation process as guided by the app.

c.     Salik Website

1. Visit the official Salik website.
2. Log in to your account or create a new one if you don’t have an account.
3. Enter the required details, including your vehicle registration and tag activation number.
4. Follow the prompts to activate your tag.

d.    Customer Happiness Centers

1. Visit the RTA Customer Happiness Centers in Umm Ramool or Deira.
2. Provide your vehicle registration details and tag activation number to the service representative.
3. They will assist you in activating your tag.

e.     Call Center

1. Call the Salik call center at 800 72545.
2. Follow the voice instructions and provide your mobile phone number and vehicle registration information.
3. Your tag will be activated over the phone.

Maintaining Your Salik Account

Once your tag is activated, it’s important to maintain your Salik account to avoid fines and ensure seamless travel:

• Recharge Your Account: Keep a sufficient balance in your Salik account to cover toll fees.
• Monitor Your Account: Regularly check your account balance and transaction history through the Dubai Drive or Dubai Now apps.
• Update Vehicle Information: If you buy a new or used car, update your Salik account with the new vehicle details.

The simple process of activating the tag can be done through several convenient methods. Following the outlined steps, you can activate your tag in the correct manner, and it ensures that your Salik account can start deducting the fees automatically while complying with the RTA regulations for hassle-free travel across Dubai’s gates.