Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is set to hold its 116th Open Licensing Plates Auction, featuring an array of coveted vehicle number plates. This event promises to be a highlight for car enthusiasts and collectors in the UAE.
Key Auction Details:
- Date: 12 October 2024
- Time: Bidding starts at 4:30pm
- Venue: Jumeirah Beach Hotel
- Registration opens: Monday, 7 October 2024
Premium Plates on Offer:
- Top plates: AA17 and V96
- Total plates: 90 premium numbers
- Digit range: Two to five digits
- Codes: AA, L, N, P, Q, R, S, T, U, V, W, X, Y and Z
How to Participate:
- Register online through RTA’s website (recommended)
- On-site registration available from 2pm on auction day
- Limited seats in bidding hall; priority for pre-registered bidders
Bidder Requirements:
- Must have a traffic file in Dubai
- Submit a security cheque of AED25,000 to RTA
- Pay a non-refundable auction fee of AED120
- Note: 5% VAT applies to all plate sales
This auction presents a rare opportunity for Dubai residents to acquire highly sought-after number plates. The inclusion of two-digit plates, particularly AA17 and V96, is expected to generate significant interest among collectors and investors.
For many in Dubai, personalised number plates are more than just vehicle identification; they’re a status symbol and a form of investment. The RTA’s regular auctions have become a staple event in the emirate’s automotive culture, often seeing plates sold for millions of dirhams.
Potential bidders are advised to register early to secure their spot in the bidding hall. With the auction just weeks away, enthusiasts are already speculating on which plates might fetch the highest prices.
Whether you’re a serious collector or simply curious about the world of premium number plates, this RTA auction promises to be an exciting event in Dubai’s automotive calendar. Remember to mark your calendars for 12th of October and may the best bidder win!





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