The speed limit on major routes is 80 km/hour, school zones 40 km/hour and residential areas 60 km/hour. Ensure you maintain your speed limit (which may change promptly) to avoid RTA/ Police fines. Also, UAE’s general laws apply to Mirdif. These include seat belts (AED 400 fine, 4 black points), parking rules, driving on the right-hand side, overtaking on the left, good eyesight, no alcohol consumption (AED 20,000 fine & jail), correct documents, maintain safe distance between vehicles, respect signs and zebra crossing (crosswalks), child safety seats for children under 4 years old (AED 400 fine & 4 black points) and more. U-turns are only allowed in designated places and use of cell phones is prohibited while driving (800 AED fine).