Tips for Avoiding DARB Toll Fees
While paying tolls is often unavoidable, there are a few strategies you can use to minimize your expenses:
- Plan Your Trip: Try to travel during non-peak hours when tolls don’t apply.
- Use Exemption Categories: If eligible, apply for exemptions early to ensure you’re not charged unnecessarily.
- Monitor Traffic: Use navigation apps like Google Maps or Waze to track traffic patterns and determine the best time to travel through toll areas.
By planning ahead and staying informed, you can reduce the amount you spend on tolls each month.
Understanding the Difference Between DARB and Salik
While DARB operates in Abu Dhabi, Salik is Dubai’s toll system, and it functions differently. In Dubai, vehicles must display a Salik tag, which is scanned as they pass under toll gates. Meanwhile, DARB in Abu Dhabi uses a number plate recognition system, meaning there is no need for a physical tag.
