RTA launches online auction for 300 exclusive Dubai plate codes
<h3><strong>RTA announces online auction for exclusive Dubai plate codes from A to Z</strong></h3><p>Dubai: The <strong>Roads and Transport Authority (RTA)</strong> has announced its <strong>81st online auction</strong>, featuring <strong>300 exclusive vehicle plate codes</strong> ranging from <strong>A to Z</strong>, available for both private and classic car owners. The five-day auction will begin on <strong>Monday, November 3, 2025</strong>, giving collectors and enthusiasts the opportunity to own distinctive number plates that reflect Dubai’s love for luxury and exclusivity.</p><p>The auction will include <strong>three, four, and five-digit plates</strong> from the following series: <strong>A, B, I, K, L, M, N, O, P, Q, R, S, T, U, V, W, X, Y, and Z</strong>. Registration for bidders opens on <strong>Monday, October 27, 2025</strong>, through the official RTA website and smart app.</p><h3><strong>Participation details and requirements</strong></h3><p>To participate, bidders must hold an <strong>active traffic file in Dubai</strong> and submit a <strong>Dh5,000 security cheque</strong> made payable to the RTA, along with a <strong>non-refundable participation fee of Dh120</strong>. Payments can be completed <strong>online via credit card</strong> or <strong>in person</strong> at RTA <strong>Customer Happiness Centres</strong> located in <strong>Umm Ramool, Al Barsha, and Deira</strong>.</p><p>All plate transactions will be subject to <strong>5% Value Added Tax (VAT)</strong>. The RTA emphasised that bidders should ensure their information is accurate and up to date in the traffic system to avoid delays in processing.</p><h3><strong>Payment and collection process</strong></h3><p>Winning bidders are required to <strong>complete payment within 10 working days</strong> following the close of the auction. Payments can be made:</p><p>In <strong>cash</strong> (for amounts up to Dh50,000)</p><p>By <strong>certified cheque</strong> or <strong>credit card</strong> for higher amounts</p><p>Either <strong>online</strong> or directly at <strong>RTA service centres</strong></p><p>Once payment is processed, successful participants will receive ownership documents and can collect their exclusive number plates from designated RTA branches.</p><h3><strong>Digital convenience and popularity</strong></h3><p>RTA’s online auction platform continues to attract strong participation from across the UAE, offering users the <strong>convenience of bidding remotely</strong> through their smartphones or computers. These digital auctions are part of RTA’s broader strategy to make its services fully accessible online, enhancing transparency and customer satisfaction.</p><p>Over the years, Dubai’s special number plate auctions have become a <strong>symbol of prestige and individuality</strong>, often drawing intense competition among bidders eager to secure a unique combination.</p><p>With 300 special codes up for grabs this November, the 81st edition promises to be another highlight for <strong>automobile enthusiasts, collectors, and luxury car owners</strong> seeking to personalise their rides with a touch of exclusivity.</p>