UAE Basic Traffic Signs & Rules you must be aware of

In the UAE, some people choose to use public transport for commuting and some choose to use their own vehicles for transportation. It is important to have knowledge of basic traffic signs in the UAE for the drivers. For those visiting Dubai or any other emirates, having a good understanding of UAE road signs will help the drivers.

UAE traffic signs are placed on the public roads and they are visible but having an understanding will make your drive smooth and comfortable. The road directions are important to make sure that drivers drive safely and follow the traffic signs. Here in this article, we cover a few of the most used road signs that drivers should be aware of on the UAE roads. Below are the traffic signs with understanding. 

Mandatory Traffic Signs

The compulsory knowledge of traffic signs is required for drivers which is to inform them what action they should take while driving on the roads. Below are the driving signs that drivers should follow on speeding limits. When you are driving on the Dubai roads or in any emirates across the country you will find these road traffic signs. 

Traffic signs to control parking

These traffic signs give instructions on where the driver should and not park their vehicles. There are also some rules and time limits for parking their vehicles on the roads. These restrictions are applicable to drivers while driving and also when parking their vehicles. 

Parking signs indicate where to park, some signals indicate where to park the vehicles and some signals are for handicapped people. The drivers should be aware of these traffic signs which will help them to understand where to park and know no stopping signs. Some parking signs are only for specific types of vehicles such as parking for goods vehicles only, taxis parking, paid parking and others. Some of the traffic signs are shown below. 

Trailblazing Signals

These traffic signs are usually found on busy UAE roads. These signs give assurance to the driver that they are driving safely and correctly on the roads. These are lane changing signs which give knowledge of the roads ahead. These signs are useful when driving and following the lane changing rules. It helps the driver to give indicators and turn towards the lane drive safely and follow lane changing rules. For example, a driver has a destination of City Centre Central, the signboard will have a symbol indicating the direction towards City Centre Central, similarly, there are other signs indicating airport, emirates routes and others. 

Control Signals

Control signals are indications of what action you should take while driving on the roads. Which route is prohibited for entry, where to give way for vehicles and where to stop the vehicles, which road direction you must choose to follow and others are indicated under control signs. Below are a few traffic control signs. 

Warning Signals

Warning signs are supposed to be meant for alerting the drivers of the road ahead. The condition of the road or road lanes, school zones or hospitals sign boards will indicate the driver to have control over their speed limit. The warning signs are shown in the triangle box with red color borders and the symbol within it. 

Warning signs are good for indicating the drivers who cannot anticipate the road conditions or any places besides the roads. Warning signs also show the traffic lights which are upcoming so that the driver can stay alert while driving on the roads. 

Prohibitory Traffic Signals

An action that a driver should not take on the road is a prohibitory action. These prohibited actions are indicated on the traffic signs which the drivers must follow. Some of these driving prohibited signs are no left turn, no right turn signal, do not exceed the speed limit, no horn zone, no heavy trucks entry, no U-turn, and other traffic signs. The road users should follow the traffic signals indicated on the roads and ensure road safety. 

Conclusion

Traffic rules are created for protecting you and the people driving on the roads. The UAE government has taken every measure to ensure the safety of road users. Traffic signboards are placed by the authorities where ever required. Having an understanding of the signboard is the duty of the road users. For better transportation and safety follow the traffic rules and ensure a safe drive for yourself and also for others driving on the roads.