UAE motorists will have an opportunity to reduce four black traffic points from their driving records by taking part in a nationwide road-safety initiative on August 31, when schools reopen for the new academic year.

The Accident-Free Day campaign is being organised by the Ministry of Interior through the Federal Traffic Council in coordination with police forces across the UAE. Registration opens on August 17, and participants must sign the campaign pledge and meet all required conditions to qualify for the deduction.

The initiative aims to encourage safer driving as roads are expected to become busier around schools, with parents, school buses and commuters returning after the summer break.

How Drivers Can Qualify

Motorists must register through the link published on the Ministry of Interior’s official social media accounts and sign the initiative’s pledge.

To receive the four-point reduction, participants must comply with the campaign requirements and avoid traffic violations and accidents on the designated day.

Drivers are also encouraged to make sure their vehicles are roadworthy before travelling, follow speed limits, particularly near schools, avoid mobile-phone use and other distractions, stay within designated lanes and maintain a safe distance from other vehicles. Giving priority to pedestrians is another key requirement.

Why the Initiative Matters

The campaign is designed not only to make the first school day safer but also to encourage motorists to adopt responsible driving habits throughout the year.

Brigadier Juma Salem bin Suwaidan, Director of the General Department of Traffic at Dubai Police and head of this year’s initiative, urged drivers and parents to exercise patience and caution as schools reopen.

Black points are recorded against driving licences for certain traffic offences. Accumulating 24 black points can lead to the suspension of a driving licence, making the four-point deduction particularly relevant for motorists who already have points on their records.

The four-point incentive has been used in previous editions of the campaign. In 2025, more than 300,000 drivers reportedly registered for Accident-Free Day.

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