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Keep an eye out for road signs. If there's a high volume of animals in a particular area they'll usually have a road sign alerting motorists. You can stop for an animal, providing you don't cause danger to any other motorists.

This sign warns you of an uneven road ahead. It might have multiple severe bumps and general uneven surfaces that could throw your vehicle off its line, so slow down.Vehicles with low suspension could be at risk of scraping the road surface.

U Turn is coming. When making a U-turn, start the turn from the far left lane on your side. Give a left turn signal. Then, stop and check for oncoming traffic, bicycles, and pedestrians that may be entering the intersection. Complete the U-turn in the right lane traveling in the opposite direction.

Two-way traffic crosses a one-way road. Be prepared for traffic approaching from junctions on either side of you. Try to avoid unnecessary changing of lanes just before the junction

Advance warning sign

Two-way trafficThis sign indicates that two-way traffic is ahead, i.e. one lane in either direction separated only by a line.

Advance warning sign

Tunnel



Stay alert!* Turn on your headlights.Obey all traffic signs, signals and pavement markings.*Stop only in the event of emergencies.

Advance warning sign

Traffic signals aheadSlow down and be prepared to come to a complete stop on red signal.

Advance warning sign

T-intersection aheadThe road you are on ends ahead. You must slow down and be ready to yield to traffic on the intersecting roadway. Then, you must turn left or right

Advance warning sign

Stop sign ahead


A Stop Ahead signs is used so that drivers have enough time to step on the brakes.Giving drivers a heads up about what's ahead helps prevent accidents and damage to a car's brakes.

Advance warning sign

Steep hill upwards ahead



The sign shows the direction and the gradient.Heavy vehicles will want to consider changing down a gear to preserve brakes. All vehicles should increase following distances as it takes longer to stop when going uphill.

Advance warning sign

Steep hill downwards ahead



The sign shows the direction and the gradient.Heavy vehicles will want to consider changing down a gear to preserve brakes. All vehicles should increase following distances as it takes longer to stop when going downhill.

Advance warning sign

Speed Hump



A warning sign notifies motorists before humps.Speed humps are used in locations where very low speeds are desired and reasonable.

Advance warning sign

Slippery Road



Wet traffic sign is used to indicate that the roadway may be especially slick and hazardous when it is wet or raining, and motorists should take extra caution when driving.

Advance warning sign

Roundabout ahead



Indicates that a roundabout is ahead. Slow down when you see this sign.Once a gap in traffic appears, merge into the roundabout and proceed to your exit.

Advance warning sign

Road works ahead



Road work ahead is a warning to drivers that there are road workers located farther up the road so that the drivers will slow down and pay attention to them.

Advance warning sign

Road narrows on the left ahead



It means that the width of the road will actually be reduced. This can be done by elimination of the road "shoulders" or an actual reduction in the pavement itself.

Advance warning sign

Road narrows on the left ahead



It means that the width of the road will actually be reduced. This can be done by elimination of the road "shoulders" or an actual reduction in the pavement itself.

Advance warning sign

Road narrows on both sides ahead



This traffic sign warns you that the road ahead is not as wide as the road you are currently traveling on. The "ROAD NARROWS" sign is frequently used along with other warning signs that provide additional information regarding the danger,such as "LANE ENDS AHEAD" or "LANE CNDS MEDAL

Advance warning sign

Quayside or river bank ahead



Don't worry, the road isn't going to end and you aren't going to end up plummeting into the sea. This is simply warning you that there is a Quayside or river bank nearby. So you could end up plummeting into the water if you aren't careful, but we're sure you are.And, that's what that sign is there for.

Advance warning sign

Risk of falling rocks



The sign indicates a risk of falling rocks and that there may be fallen rocks on the road.The symbol is adapted to the conditions of the location.

Advance warning sign

Right lane ends ahead



This sign is used on multi-lane highways to warn you of a reduction in the number of traffic lanes in the direction you are traveling. Be prepared to change lanes or to allow other vehicles to merge into your lane.

Advance warning sign

Pedestrian crossing ahead



You are approaching a pedestrian crossing on the road ahead. It warns you that people may be crossing the road up ahead

Advance warning sign

Other dangers ahead



The "other danger" warning sign warns of various types of hazards that are not covered by specific diagrammatic or worded warning signs.

Advance warning sign

Opening bridge ahead



An opening bridge is on the road ahead. A road-block barrier will be in place to stop traffic. An opening bridge is a bridge that raises to allow boats to pass underneath safely.

Advance warning sign

No through road



The 'No Through Road' sign informs us that the road has no exit.

Advance warning sign

Maximum headroom at hazard ahead



A warning sign indicates, in imperial units, the maximum headroom under a bridge or other overhead obstruction. There may be an additional sign showing the height in metric units. These signs may be sited well in advance of a bridge.

Advance warning sign

Low flying aircraft ahead



Low-flying aircraft or sudden aircraft noise.You might not be able to see the runway and sound could be loud. You might not able to hear the horn. Do not get distracted

Advance warning sign

Loose chippings



Loose chippings are loose gravel or stone fragments on a road surface and form a hazard to vehicles using that road. It may come from the road chip seal.

Advance warning sign

Left-hand lane closed ahead



This is a temporary warning sign usually erected by road workers to signal to vehicles that they should indicate and move into the right-hand lane as the left-hand lane is closing up ahead.

Advance warning sign

Junction ahead



Another road is about to enter the road you are traveling on, so watch out for traffic from that new road.

Advance warning sign

Intersection ahead



Crossroad sign means there is an intersection ahead with traffic approaching from the left, right and straight ahead. You must therefore prepare to stop to give the right of way to traffic even if there are no traffic lights.

Advance warning sign

High Voltage overhead cable



Please be careful about your vehicle height.Safe height signs at a level crossing for high sided vehicles warning of overhead electrical cables.

Advance warning sign

Give away sign ahead



Where there is a Give Way sign, there will also be a broken white line across the path of approaching traffic. You must 'Give Way to any vehicle or pedestrian crossing your path.

Advance warning sign

Dual carriageway ends



This sign tells you that a divided road is about to finish. This sign appears when the median strip that separates the road is more than 300m in length.

Advance warning sign

Diversion to opposite carriageway ahead



Special route arranged for traffic to follow when the normal route cannot be used.

Advance warning sign

Diversion to opposite carriageway ahead



Special route arranged for traffic to follow when the normal route cannot be used.

Advance warning sign

Curves or bends in the road



When approaching a bend the first assessment you need to make is how sharp the bend is. Slow down in good time and select a lower gear if needed, as this will give you more control.

Advance warning sign

Curve in the road to the left



This sign requires reduction in speed in the interest of the safety of road users. These warnings may include road condition changes, inhabited animals or a change in upcoming landscape/terrain.

Advance warning sign

Stop sign is designed to notify drivers that they must come to a complete stop and make sure no other vehicles are coming and no pedestrians are crossing before proceeding.

Control sign

Give way means to slow down and, if necessary, stop in order to prevent a crash from happening.

Control sign

Give way means to slow down and, if necessary, stop in order to prevent a crash from happening.

Control sign

Give way to pedestrians



Drivers must always give way to pedestrians who are crossing the road you are turning into

Control sign

Do not enter



A "Do Not Enter" sign is usually installed at the beginning of one-way streets and ramps and it prohibits drivers from entering a one way roadway where traffic is moving in the opposite direction.

Control sign

You must go this wayNo turns signYou must not:* Turn right* Turn left* Make a U-turn.You must drive in the direction of the arrow.

Control sign

You must go this wayNo turns signYou must not:* Turn right* Turn left* Make a U-turn.You must drive in the direction of the arrow.

Control sign

You must go this way (left)



You must turn in the direction of the arrow on the sign at the intersection.

Control sign

You must go this way (right)



You must turn in the direction of the arrow on the sign at the intersection.

Control sign

Additional lane added



Added lane, merging not required, watch for other vehicles changing lanes.

Diagrammatic Warning Signs

Beginning/End of Median



If Median is located at the bottom, it means that you are leaving the divided highway where there was a divider between roadways. If the divider is located at the top of the sign, it means that you are leaving a road without a divider and approaching a divided road.

Diagrammatic Warning Signs

Five lanes merging to four lanes



If your lane comes to an end, you must give way to traffic already in the lane you are moving to* Plan your route before you enter a motorway

Diagrammatic Warning Signs

Joining Lane



An intersection is ahead made by a side road joining the continuing road. This sign warns you that you are approaching an intersection with a side road.

Diagrammatic Warning Signs

Lane use control directional restriction



Lane use control signs are indicating that turning movements are required or the unusual turning movements are permitted from specific lanes at an intersection. You must move your vehicle only in the direction indicated for your traffic lane.

Diagrammatic Warning Signs

Lane use is controlled



Lane-use control signals are special overhead signals placed over a certain lane or lanes. They permit or prohibit drivers to use the lane beneath the signal.You can distinguish lane-use control signals from other signs and signals by their placement over a certain lane or lanes and by their distinctive shapes and symbols.

Diagrammatic Warning Signs

Right lane closure ahead



A Right Lane Closed Ahead Sign is designed to be used well in advance of the lane closure so that drivers are aware of what will happen ahead and begin moving into the left lane(s)

Diagrammatic Warning Signs

Emirates routes



These signs provide information about Emirates routes. Pay attention to numbers.

Emblems Guide Signs

Dubai routes


These signs provide information about Emirates routes. The Dubai route numbering system is a network of highways and roads in Dubai, United Arab Emirates that is managed by the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA). The network comprises 6 main highways and several major and minor intercity and intracity roads.

Emblems Guide Signs

Hospital



Hospital Signs provide people with the means to find the closest medical facility in the area without having to constantly ask others for directions.These high visibility signs made for hospitals inform motorists and pedestrians alike when they are nearing a medical facility.

Lane ahead closed



A Road Closed Ahead Sign is designed to alert drivers that the road is closed ahead and they will need to find an alternate route to their destination.

Lane ahead open



A steady downward green arrow signal means that you can drive in the lane beneath the signal. Traffic from the opposite direction will face a STEADY red X signal over this lane.

No through road



These signs indicate the layout of the road.The 'No Through Road' sign informs us that the road has no exit.

No turning for lorries



As sign itself speaks the area designated is a no entry zone for Trucks or HMV. These could be narrow lanes or congested areas where entry of heavy transport vehicle could obstruct smooth flow of traffic.

Parking


This sign marks the area where parking is permitted and is also used to give directions to parking areas. This sign is normally accompanied by additional signs, indicating additional parking conditions, for example, the duration of parking allowed, who is allowed to park here, or additional parking requirements like discs etc.

Parking for Diplomatic Cars Only



Local authorities have designated a number of parking spaces for the exclusive use of the diplomatic community. These are clearly marked on the road with a diagonal cross in the parking space, and an accompanying sign.

Priority over vehicles from opposite direction



When you see a rectangular blue sign with a large white arrow and small red arrow pointing in opposite directions, it means you have priority over vehicles travelling from the other way

Reduce Speed Now Traffic Sign advises all motorists that they must reduce their speed in that area. This could be for many reasons such as plant equipment crossing or unsighted pedestrians.

Supplementary Signs are used to give further clarity to safety signs by providing additional (supplementary) information.In this particular case it is a prohibition to stop your vehicle at any time.

Variable Message signs (VMs)


A variable message sign, is an electronic traffic sign often used on roadways to give travellers information about special events.

Parking Control Signs


Parking meter is on your right side. Do not park in front of the Parking meter.

Parking Control Signs


Parking meter is on your right side. Do not park in front of the Parking meter.

Parking is limited to the times shown


The sign displayed near the entrance to the car park describing who the car park is for and if there are time limits on how long it is possible to stay and details of any charges or free periods that may apply.

Parking Control Signs

Parking area for handicapped drivers only



The blue sign below shows an area reserved for parking by handicapped people.The parking bay will also be marked.Handicapped people must obtain a permit and display this. If you do not have a permit, you must not park in handicapped parking spaces.

Parking Control Signs

You must not stop or park on right area



This sign indicates that parking is not permitted. The arrow indicates the prohibited area.

Parking Control Signs

You must not stop or park in the areas shown by the arrow



This sign indicates that parking is not permitted. Under the sign there is an additional supplementary regulations.

Parking Control Signs

You must not stop or park on left area



This sign indicates that parking is not permitted. The arrow indicates the prohibited area.

Parking Control Signs

These areas are reserved for taxis only



ONLY


This sign means that you are not allowed to stop your vehicle unless it is a taxi.

Parking Control Signs

These areas are reserved for Bus stops



This sign means that you are not allowed to stop your vehicle. Only the Buses are allowed

Parking Control Signs

Areas reserved for vehicles loading or unloading


These areas, created for short-term use, need to be monitored and managed to prevent disorganization during the transportation of materials. Therefore, they have to be supplemented with proper loading zone signs.

Parking Control Signs

Must not stop or park in the areas shown by the arrows



This sign indicates neither Parking nor Stopping is allowed. The arrow sign shows the prohibited area.

Parking Control Signs

Speed limit



This sign is erected at the beginning of the section of the road or area covered by a speed restriction, with numerals indicating the speed limit in kilometers per hour.

Prohibitory Signs

No excessive noise



When you see this sign, you're probably in a residential area, near a school or hospital.Hence, refrain from using your horn.

Prohibitory Signs

No left turn



You must not turn left at an intersection or place with a no left turn sign.

Prohibitory Signs

No right turn



You must not turn right at an intersection on place with a no right turn sign.

Prohibitory Signs

No U-turn



If you see this sign you must not make a U turn.You can make a U-turn at any intersection without traffic lights, or any break in the centre island of the road, unless there is a no U-turn sign.

Prohibitory Signs

No overtaking



You must not overtake or pass another vehicle.

Prohibitory Signs

No pedestrians



Pedestrians must not walk past a no pedestrians sign

Prohibitory Signs

No cyclists



A cyclist must not ride past a no bicycles sign.

Prohibitory Signs

No motorcycles



Motorcycles are not permitted in this area.

Prohibitory Signs

No goods vehicles



No goods vehicles permitted on this roadway

Prohibitory Signs

No Passing Line



This is a solid line on the road as shown in the diagram below. You must not cross this line to overtake another vehicle or to turn (except in the case of an emergency).

Regulatory Road Markings

Stop Line



If you are approaching an intersection with a Stop sign or traffic signals, you will also have a white Stop line painted across your lane. in the case of a Stop sign and Stop line, you must come to a complete stop before the lineIn the case of traffic signals and s Stop line, you must not cross this line unless you have a green traffic signal.

Regulatory Road Markings

Give Way Line



Where there is a Give Way sign, there will also be a broken white line across the path of approaching traffic. You must Give Way to any vehicle or pedestrian crossing your path.Slow down and stop if necessary to avoid a collision. Always make sure the intersection is clear and it is safe to proceed before doing so.

Regulatory Road Markings

Pedestrian Crossings



Pedestrian crossings are marked with thick white lines across the crossing to make the crossing clearly visible to pedestrians and drivers You must give way to pedestrians

Regulatory Road Markings

Box Junctions



Large intersections are marked with a large yellow box with diagonal squares. This is known as a box junction, it is to indicate to drivers that they must not block the intersection when traffic is heavily congested. Signs will warn drivers not to queue across the intersection.

Regulatory Road Markings

Tram line pedestrian crossing sign



A pedestrian crossing paintedon the road for safe passage across the tram lines.

Regulatory Road Markings

ZigZag Zone Line



Both yellow and white zig zag road line markings generally provide motorists with instructions that stopping on parking on the zig zag line area is prohibited.

Regulatory Road Markings

Tram Box Junction



Where the routes of the Dubai tram and other vehicles intersect, the tram will have priority. Vehicular traffic from all directions will stop whenever trams cross the intersections, as the trams will have right of way. It is important for motorists not to block these box junctions!

Regulatory Road Markings

Tram Box Junction



Where the routes of the Dubai tram and other vehicles intersect, the tram will have priority. Vehicular traffic from all directions will stop whenever trams cross the intersections, as the trams will have right of way. It is important for motorists not to block these box junctions!

Regulatory Road Markings

City Centre Central Business District



This sign represents Central Business District is the focal point of a city. It is the commercial, office, retail, and cultural center of the city and usually is the center point for transportation networks.

Trailblazing Guide Signs

Dubai International Airport



This sign provides extra information alongside the road. You are on the right road and keep following the directions to Dubai International Airport.

Trailblazing Guide Signs

Dubai routes



Information about Dubai routes. The Dubai route numbering system is a network of highways and roads in Dubai, United Arab Emirates that is managed by the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA).

Trailblazing Guide Signs

Emirates routes



Provides Information about Emirates routes.

Trailblazing Guide Signs

Freeways



It has no limited-access points to enter it (you are free to enter it anywhere). A freeway is a specific type of highway, a highway without tolls.

Trailblazing Guide Signs

Tourist destination descriptions



A tourist attraction is a place of interest where tourists visit, typically for its inherent or an exhibited natural or cultural value, historical significance, natural or built beauty, offering leisure and amusement

Trailblazing Guide Signs

Rumble Strips



Lines painted on raised strips across the road, known as 'rumble strips, warn drivers that they are approaching a hazard such as a roundabout or pedestrian crossing,Drivers can see the rumble strips, hear a rumble and feel a vibration if they drive over themthis acts as a warning and is helpful for drivers on a long drive, who may be feeling tired or sleepy if they have not had a rest

Warning Road Markings

Speed Hump



Broken yellow lines completely across the full width of the road and shoulder warn motorists that there is a speed hump in the roadway. Speed hump warning signs will be used to give advance warning about the speed hump.

Warning Road Markings

Diversion of traffic route



Emergency Diversion Routes are planned road traffic routes that bypass the main trunk road network.

300m Countdown markers



Countdown' markers at exit from motorway (each bar represents 100 yards to the exit).In this case 300 yards.

200m Countdown markers



Countdown' markers at exit from motorway (each bar represents 100 yards to the exit).In this case 200 yards.

100m Count-down markers



Countdown' markers at exit from motorway (each bar represents 100 yards to the exit).In this case 100 yards.

Roundabout



This sign means you are approaching a roundabout.At a roundabout sign you must:slow down or stop, if required, and give way to all vehicles already on the roundabout.

Mandatory Signs

Cyclists only



It means that only cyclists may use it and that other road users must not.

Mandatory Signs

Pedestrians only



This sign means only pedestrians are allowed and the traffic is not allowed on this road/carriageway.

Mandatory Signs

Turn right ahead



This sign indicates the directions in which the vehicles are permitted to proceed.Vehicles are supposed to move right.

Mandatory Signs

Turn left ahead



This sign indicates the directions in which the vehicles are permitted to proceed.Vehicles are supposed to move left.

Mandatory Signs

Straight ahead



This looks similar to a one-way traffic sign, it has a very different meaning.* You could be at a junction that states ahead only (no turning left/right)* It could be on a two-way street. This is a mandatory sign, where if you were to make a left or right turn, you could be driving into a one-way street, against the flow of traffic.

Mandatory Signs

Turn right



If you are in the right lane when you arrive at the intersection, you must turn right. If you do not wish to turn right, you should change lanes before you arrive at the intersection.

Mandatory Signs

Turn left



If you are in the left lane when you arrive at the intersection, you must turn left. If you do not wish to turn left, you should change lanes before you arrive at the intersection.

Mandatory Signs

Pass either side



Motorists can pass to either side, but either side might not reach the same destination.

Mandatory Signs

Keep right



At a keep right sign you must drive to the right.

Mandatory Signs

Keep left



At a keep left sign you must drive to the left.

Mandatory Signs

Minimum speed limit



Minimum speed at which road vehicles may travel on a given stretch of road. The use of minimum speed limits is not as common as maximum speed limits.

Mandatory Signs

Minimum speed limit



Minimum speed at which road vehicles may travel on a given stretch of road. The use of minimum speed limits is not as common as maximum speed limits.

Mandatory Signs

T-Junction Chevron



This sign warns you that the roadway has come to an end. The arrows point in the direction of travel on the roadway which you are joining at a right angle. Proceed with caution and be on the look out for other signs.

Hazard Marker Signs

Single Chevron Right



Single Chevron - Right sign is available to indicate sharp changes of direction. Single Chevrons, are used on bends or corners where there is restricted room on the verge or where their use will provide a clearer indication than a Multiple Chevron sign.

Hazard Marker Signs

Single Chevron Left



Single Chevron - Left sign is available to indicate sharp changes of direction. Single Chevrons, are used on bends or corners where there is restricted room on the verge or where their use will provide a clearer indication than a Multiple Chevron sign.

Hazard Marker Signs

Multiple Chevron Right



Multiple Chevrons - Right sign is available to indicate sharp changes of direction.Unlike other warning signs, chevrons are 'sight boards', which are intended to be placed at the hazard so that drivers can see the change of direction clearly. They should be placed directly in the sight line of approaching drivers.

Hazard Marker Signs

Multiple Chevron Left



Multiple Chevrons - Left sign is available to indicate sharp changes of direction.Unlike other warning signs, chevrons are 'sight boards', which are intended to be placed at the hazard so that drivers can see the change of direction clearly. They should be placed directly in the sight line of approaching drivers.

Hazard Marker Signs

Hazard Plate



You will encounter an obstruction or a change in the road direction where you see this sign. Pass the obstruction on the side to which the arrow points.

Hazard Marker Signs

Hazard Marker



This sign warns you about an obstacle or division in the roadway. Either pass the the left or right of the sign.

Hazard Marker Signs

Traffic lane arrows



Arrows are painted on the road in the middle of lanes at some intersections. They show the direction in which traffic in these lanes must travel.

Guidance Road Markings

Solid lines single or double



You must always keep to the right of these lines. You must not cross a double yellow line in the centre of the road. You will see these lines in areas that are particularly hazardous (for example, around a bend where you cannot see the traffic approaching from the opposite direction)

Guidance Road Markings

Double yellow lines



Double Yellow Lines, Solid on one Side and Broken on the other.* You can only cross these lines to overtake another vehicle, or to enter or leave the road, if the broken line is on your side. You must not cross these lines if the solid line is on your side.

Guidance Road Markings

Broken yellow lines



If you are driving on an undivided road where there are two lanes in opposite directions, the broken lines down the centre of the road will be painted yellow. Keep to the right of the lines and drive close to the right side of the road. Take care when you cross these lines and only do so if the road ahead is clear and it is safe to do so.

Guidance Road Markings

Broken white lines



Broken white lines separate two or more lanes of traffic travelling in the same direction. Drive your vehicle completely within one lane.You will also notice longer white broken lines (or longitudinal white lines) these lines are used in areas where changing or crossing lanes is not permitted.

Guidance Road Markings

Two Lane Exit:


With Two Lane Dropped Two Exit Route Numbers.

Exit Directions Signs


Two Lane Exit:


With one Lane Drop: Two Exit Route Numbers.

Exit Directions Signs

To Umm Suqeim Please take the left turn.

Exit Directions Signs

To Umm Suqeim and Umm Al Sheif, via Emirates route 11, turn right.

Exit Directions Signs

To Jumeira, via Dubai route 94. Drive straight ahead

Exit Directions Signs