Registration opens 20 July and bidding starts 27 July as Dubai’s RTA auctions 150 three-, four- and five-digit premium plates for private cars, classic vehicles and motorcycles.
Motorists looking for a standout registration number in Dubai have another window to act. The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) auctioned 150 premium number plates through its 83rd online auction, with registration opening on 20 July 2026 and bidding starting on 27 July.
The five-day auction covered three-, four- and five-digit plates for private vehicles, classic cars and motorcycles, carrying codes from A through Z. For buyers, the round continues a run of auctions that has kept premium Dubai plate values among the most active in the region.
“The deposit for the auction is AED 5,000 plus a non-refundable participation fee of AED 120.”
Successful bidders must settle the full amount within 10 working days after the auction closes. Payments of up to AED 50,000 can be made in cash at authorised service provider centres, while larger amounts are settled by certified cheque or credit card.
Official auctions set a public reference point for what collectors will pay for rare numbers. If you are considering the secondary market, compare auction results against live listings before you bid.
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