90% traffic fine discount in UAE? It could be a fake account

Abu Dhabi Police have issued a warning to citizens and residents against interacting with fraudulent websites and anonymous social media accounts that falsely promote significant reductions in traffic fines. Some of these accounts claim to offer discounts of up to 90 percent, the cancellation of vehicle impoundment, and the removal of black points from drivers’ records.

In a recent statement, Abu Dhabi Police cautioned the public against falling victim to these deceptive online services, which peddle false information related to police, traffic services, and vehicle registration. These sites and accounts are primarily aimed at defrauding individuals, and the police emphasised the importance of obtaining accurate information exclusively from official sources.

Monitoring authorities have identified a surge in such scam accounts on social media, with fraudsters alleging their ability to significantly reduce traffic fines in Abu Dhabi, cancel vehicle seizures, and erase black points from driving records. Abu Dhabi Police has reiterated that these services are entirely fictitious and bear no relation to any official police, traffic, or vehicle registration departments.

As part of its ongoing public awareness campaigns, Abu Dhabi Police has stressed the dangers of responding to electronic fraud tactics, which rely on misinformation to deceive and exploit unsuspecting victims. The public is urged to protect their personal data and refrain from sharing confidential information, thereby avoiding falling prey to telephone or online scams.

The police further highlighted the necessity of coordinated efforts among law enforcement, banks, media outlets, and social media platforms to combat cybercrime in all its forms.

Abu Dhabi Police also underlined the importance of verifying information before sharing or publishing it, urging the public to avoid spreading rumours or false news. Official updates should always be sourced from recognised media channels. The force clarified that its legitimate ‘Initiative: Act Early & Benefit’ offers a 35 percent discount on traffic fines if paid within 60 days of the offence (excluding serious violations), and a 25 percent discount if paid between 60 days and one year from the date of issuance.

In the event of suspected fraud, members of the public are encouraged to visit the nearest police station or use the Abu Dhabi Police smart app, specifically the ‘Police Station in Your Phone’ service. For reporting suspicious or fraudulent activities, the public should promptly contact Aman via the toll-free number 8002626, send a text message to 2828, or email aman(at)adpolice.gov.ae, in support of the police’s efforts to combat fraud and safeguard the community.

Several drivers and vehicle owners have reported witnessing misleading adverts in recent weeks on anonymous social media accounts claiming to offer unrealistic traffic-related services, such as completely cancelling traffic fines or wiping clean a driver’s record of black points.

Many of those who saw these adverts quickly realised their fraudulent nature — especially when they encountered claims such as the ability to issue or renew a driving licence without the licence holder being physically present, which is not legally permissible in the UAE.

Others admitted the adverts initially caught their attention, but it soon became clear that the offers were highly deceptive. One motorist noted that the accounts behind these promotions were newly created with very few followers, which raised immediate suspicion. He urged fellow vehicle owners not to believe claims of fine cancellations or non-genuine traffic discount schemes.

He also recalled similar fraudulent advertisements from the previous year, which falsely promoted a 50 percent discount on traffic fines in the emirate—later revealed to be part of a scam.