Abu Dhabi imposes Dh500 fines for e-scooter use in banned areas

Abu Dhabi Police seized 9,237 electric scooters violating traffic rules during the first 10 months of 2026. E-scooter users and other last-mile mobility vehicles are prohibited from riding in certain areas unless specifically authorised. Riding in banned places will result in fines of Dh500 per violation. Prohibited areas include walking and jogging tracks, sidewalks unless permitted by official signs, secondary and tertiary roads with speed limits of 60kmph or above (except for approved groups), bridges or tunnels without designated lanes, and areas with permanent or temporary prohibition signs. Police emphasised that dangerous behaviours among e-scooter drivers include riding without attention to traffic, not wearing helmets, and not wearing safety gear. Authorities stressed the need for users to adhere to driving in designated areas and paths while wearing protective equipment.