UAE Road Signs and Meanings (58 signs): Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah

All 58 road signs you need for the driving test in the UAE, drawn as they look on the road, with what each one means and what to do. Learn them here, then test yourself with the free practice quiz.

Priority

Stop

Stop completely at the line, then go only when it is safe.

Give way

Slow down and give way to traffic on the road you are joining.

Give way to pedestrians

Slow down and give way to people crossing the road here.

Prohibitory

No entry

Vehicles must not enter this road.

No left turn

You must not turn left here.

No right turn

You must not turn right here.

No U-turn

You must not make a U-turn here.

No overtaking

You must not overtake other vehicles.

No parking (tow-away zone)

You must not park here; parked cars may be towed away.

No stopping

You must not stop here for any reason, not even to drop someone off.

No horn

You must not sound your horn.

No pedestrians

People must not walk on this road.

No cyclists

Bicycles are not allowed on this road.

No goods vehicles

Trucks and goods vehicles are not allowed.

No motorcycles

Motorcycles are not allowed.

Maximum height 4.2 m

Vehicles taller than 4.2 metres must not pass.

Speed limit 40

Do not drive faster than 40 km/h.

Speed limit 60

Do not drive faster than 60 km/h.

Speed limit 80

Do not drive faster than 80 km/h.

Speed limit 100

Do not drive faster than 100 km/h.

Speed limit 120

Do not drive faster than 120 km/h.

Speed limit 140

Do not drive faster than 140 km/h.

Mandatory

Minimum speed 60

Do not drive slower than 60 km/h on this road unless traffic or conditions make it unsafe.

Ahead only

You must drive straight on.

Turn right only

You must turn right.

Turn left only

You must turn left.

Keep right

Pass to the right of the island or obstacle.

Keep left

Pass to the left of the island or obstacle.

Pass either side

You may pass on either side of the island.

Roundabout

Drive round the roundabout in the direction of the arrows (anti-clockwise).

Switch headlamps on

You must switch your headlights on here, for example before a tunnel.

Warning

Bend to the left

A bend to the left is ahead: slow down before it.

Bend to the right

A bend to the right is ahead: slow down before it.

Double bend

Two bends one after the other, the first as shown: slow down.

Intersection ahead

A crossroads is ahead: slow down and be ready to stop.

T-junction ahead

The road ends at a T-junction ahead: you will need to stop or give way.

Side road on the right

A side road joins from the right: watch for traffic coming out.

Side road on the left

A side road joins from the left: watch for traffic coming out.

Roundabout ahead

A roundabout is ahead: slow down and get in the right lane early.

Traffic signals ahead

Traffic lights are ahead: be ready to stop.

Pedestrian crossing ahead

A pedestrian crossing is ahead: slow down and be ready to stop.

Children or school ahead

Children may be crossing near a school: slow right down.

Slippery road

The road may be slippery: slow down and avoid harsh braking.

Road narrows on both sides

The road gets narrower ahead: slow down and take care with oncoming traffic.

Two-way traffic

Traffic ahead runs in both directions: keep to your side.

Speed hump

A speed hump is ahead: slow down before it.

Steep hill downwards

A steep downhill is ahead: use a lower gear and brake gently.

Steep hill upwards

A steep climb is ahead: choose a lower gear in good time.

Risk of falling rocks

Rocks may fall or lie on the road: drive carefully and don't stop.

Camels or animals crossing

Camels or other animals may be on the road: slow down and don't use your horn.

Sand drifts

Sand may blow onto the road: slow down, grip is lower.

Road works ahead

Road works are ahead: slow down and follow the signs.

Loose chippings

Loose stones are on the road: slow down and keep your distance.

Uneven road

The road surface is uneven ahead: slow down.

Other danger ahead

A danger not shown by other signs is ahead: slow down and look out.

Bicycles crossing ahead

Cyclists may cross the road ahead: slow down and give them room.

U-turn ahead

A U-turn point is ahead: expect vehicles slowing and turning.

Information

Parking

You may park here, following any times or fees shown.