UAE Drivers Can Wipe 4 Traffic Points This September
Deadline and Deduction Date
Sign the pledge by August 25 and drive accident-free. If you make the cut, your four black points will be automatically removed on September 15, 2025 — no service centre visit needed.
Why August 25 Matters
That date isn't random — it's the first day back for most UAE schools, a notoriously busy day on the roads. The initiative is all about reminding drivers to slow down, keep a safe distance, buckle up, follow speed limits, and ditch distractions like phone use.
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