Checking your Salik balance takes under 10 seconds with any of the 5 official methods below. The app and salik.ae also show your last 30 days of toll crossings, which gates you used, and a downloadable PDF statement for company expense claims. Setting up low-balance SMS alerts is also covered — recommended to avoid the AED 50 insufficient-balance fine.
The 5 ways to check your Salik balance
| Method | Speed | Login required? | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salik mobile app | Instant | Yes (one-time) | Free |
| RTA Dubai app | Instant | Yes (UAE Pass) | Free |
| salik.ae website | Instant | Yes | Free |
| SMS to 4248 | ≤ 30 sec | No | Free |
| Call 800 SALIK | 2-3 min | No | Free |
Method 1: Salik app (most popular)
- Open the Salik app (iOS / Android).
- Login with Emirates ID + password, or use UAE Pass (one tap).
- Home screen shows Current Balance at the top.
- Tap balance to see last 30 days of crossings, fines, and recharge history.
The app stays logged in — future checks are 1 tap, no password.
Method 2: SMS balance check (no login, no internet)
Send an SMS from your registered mobile number to 4248:
- Type: BAL <tag-number> (example:
BAL 1234567890) - Send to 4248
- Reply arrives in 10-30 seconds with current balance + last crossing.
Free of charge for Etisalat / du / Virgin Mobile UAE numbers. Works on prepaid and postpaid.
Method 3: salik.ae website
- Visit salik.ae → Login.
- Enter Salik account number + password (or UAE Pass).
- Dashboard shows Current Balance + recent activity.
- Click Statement to download a PDF of your last 1/3/6/12 months — useful for company reimbursements.
Login link: salik.ae → top-right Login → choose 'Customer Account' or 'UAE Pass'.
Set up low-balance alerts (avoid the AED 50 fine)
Salik can SMS or push-notify you when balance drops below a threshold you set. Crossing a Salik gate with insufficient balance triggers an AED 50 fine in addition to the AED 4 toll. Setup takes 30 seconds:
- Salik app → Profile → Notifications.
- Enable Low Balance Alert.
- Set threshold (recommended: AED 30 — gives you 7-8 crossings of buffer).
- Choose channel: SMS + push (both recommended).
Even better: enable auto-recharge so the account tops up automatically and you never get a fine.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check Salik balance without an app?
Send SMS 'BAL <tag-number>' to 4248 from your registered mobile. Reply arrives in 10-30 seconds. Free.
What is the SMS short code for Salik balance?
4248 — works on Etisalat, du, and Virgin Mobile UAE. Free of charge.
Can I check someone else's Salik balance?
No — only the account holder (registered Emirates ID + mobile number) can check the balance. For company fleet vehicles, the fleet admin sees all linked tags from one master login.
Why is my Salik balance not updating?
Two reasons: (1) Recharge in progress — wait 10 min, especially for online-banking transfers. (2) Crossings can take up to 24 hours to debit. If 24h passed and still wrong, call 800 SALIK.
Where do I find my Salik tag number?
It's printed on the front of the windshield-mounted Salik tag (10-digit number starting with 12 or 13). Also visible in the Salik app under Profile → My Tags.