Dubai Sets New Standards for Tourist Transport Excellence

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has revealed detailed new rules to streamline tourist transport in the city. The RTA enacted these rules under Administrative Decision No. (97) of 2025 pursuant to Executive Council Resolution No. (107) of 2023. These changes will create a better tourist transport system throughout the city. The new framework will boost service quality, safety, and tourist comfort that matches global standards.

The RTA will now oversee all tourist transport operations in Dubai. The authority manages essential tasks like permit issuance and renewal for tourist transport businesses. They also handle vehicle registration and provide professional licenses to drivers. Dubai’s steadfast dedication to these regulations helps the city remain a top global destination. The RTA’s new signaling system has already shown remarkable results. Road efficiency and traffic flow have improved by 37 percent.

RTA launches new regulation to govern tourist transport

“The regulation is designed to enhance service quality, safety, and comfort for tourists, while aligning the sector with global best practices.” — Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), Government authority overseeing transport in Dubai

The Roads and Transport Authority has revealed new rules for tourist transport services through Administrative Decision No. (97) of 2025. This decision puts Executive Council Resolution No. (107) of 2023 into action and sets clear guidelines for the sector.

These regulations will create an integrated tourist transport system to strengthen Dubai’s position as a top destination. The rules will improve security measures in tourist vehicles to ensure passenger comfort and safety.

RTA will manage the tourist transport sector with broad responsibilities. They will create policies and plans to regulate the industry. The authority will set permit standards, define vehicle specifications, and establish safety requirements for tourist vehicles that serve everyone, including people with disabilities.

RTA will give permits to tourist vehicle operators and drivers. They will run training courses, set transport routes, and check if standards are followed. The authority will look into complaints and keep a complete record of establishments, vehicles, and drivers.

This initiative shows Dubai’s dedication to making its transportation system better through standard licensing procedures. These rules focus on better service quality, safety standards, and tourist comfort. This helps build the emirate’s reputation as a world-class tourism destination.

RTA assumes full control over permits, vehicles, and drivers

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“All applications will be processed through RTA’s approved service channels and centers, ensuring full compliance with regulatory and supervisory requirements.” — Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), Government authority overseeing transport in Dubai

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority now handles all tourist transport regulation aspects. The authority oversees three key areas: issuing and renewing permits for tourist transport establishments, managing tourist vehicles’ registration and renewal, and granting professional licenses for drivers in the sector.

So, RTA-approved channels and service centers must process all applications for these services exclusively. This centralized system will give a complete regulatory and supervisory control throughout the emirate.

Luxury vehicle transport permit applicants need to submit an official letter to the Public Transport Authority. They must include identity documents, original approval certificates, and a complete feasibility study. Vehicle categories have different requirements. The minimum fleet sizes range from 5 vehicles for long wheelbase vehicles to 30 vehicles for regular luxury and family vehicles.

RTA’s progressive environmental standards apply to transport fleets. Operators must maintain specific percentages of eco-friendly vehicles by 2025. Their fleet should include 23% electric vehicles and 42% hybrid vehicles. These percentages will increase yearly through 2029. This requirement showcases Dubai’s steadfast dedication to eco-friendly tourism transport as part of the emirate’s broader environmental initiatives.

Dubai aligns transport reforms with global tourism standards

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Dubai’s tourist transport overhaul places the city at the vanguard of global tourism mobility standards. The detailed approach shows Dubai’s dedication to enhance tourism and transport services through world-class safety, comfort, and sustainability measures.

Dubai Metro serves as evidence of this vision and has prevented about one billion car journeys since 2009. This achievement reduced carbon emissions by an estimated 2.6 million tons. The emirate’s integrated tram and water taxi systems create a detailed public transport network that meets international standards.

Technology combines smoothly with Dubai’s transport revolution. Travelers receive live information through mobile applications. Contactless payments enhance user experience while smart city technologies optimize traffic management. Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority continues to create trailblazing solutions that fulfill the emirate’s aspirations and advance strategic objectives for this vital sector.

Environmental sustainability tops Dubai’s priorities, requiring tourist transport fleets to include electric and hybrid vehicles. These reforms benefit companies in the tourism sector and establish Dubai as a global model for responsible urban planning and tourist mobility.

Dubai took a bold step to change its tourist transport sector with this detailed regulatory framework. The new system, 2025 old Administrative Decision No. (97), marks one of the most important steps in the emirate’s push to boost visitor experiences. RTA now has complete control of permits, vehicle registrations, and driver licensing that creates a standard approach benefiting tourists and operators alike.

The tough environmental rules show Dubai’s innovative thinking. Tourist fleets must add more electric and hybrid vehicles through 2029, which lines up with global sustainability goals. The centralized application process through RTA-approved channels will give consistent quality and compliance in tourist transport services.

Dubai’s transport plans go far beyond just changing rules. The city showed amazing results – Dubai Metro saved about one billion car journeys since 2009. These numbers, plus reduced carbon emissions of 2.6 million tons, prove how these policies help the environment.

Technology is the life-blood of Dubai’s transport strategy. Live information delivery, contactless payments, and smart traffic management solutions work together to boost tourist experiences and optimize operations.

These detailed reforms make Dubai a world leader in tourist mobility. The city balances top service standards with environmental care and builds a transport system that other tourist spots want to copy. Dubai keeps getting stronger as a top global destination that puts quality, safety, and sustainability first in every part of the visitor experience.