Fujairah–Khorfakkan Road Speed Limit Reduced to 100 km/h
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Fujairah Police has reduced the speed limit on Fujairah–Khorfakkan Road from 120 km/h to 100 km/h, effective 13 October 2026. The change follows several speed-limit reductions across major UAE roads in 2025 and 2026
The Fujairah–Khorfakkan Road speed limit has officially been reduced from 120 km/h to 100 km/h, effective Tuesday, 13 October 2026. The decision was announced by Fujairah Police General Headquarters in cooperation with the UAE Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure. The 20 km/h reduction applies to the road connecting Fujairah with Khorfakkan in Sharjah and aims to improve road safety, reduce traffic accidents and protect motorists travelling between the two destinations. According to an official traffic advisory shared by Fujairah Police on Instagram and reported by the Emirates News Agency (WAM) and Emarat Al Youm, the revised 100 km/h limit is intended to minimise risks associated with excessive speed and create a safer driving environment for all road users. Motorists travelling on the Fujairah–Khorfakkan Road have been advised to follow the updated speed limit, observe posted traffic signs and comply with UAE road regulations.
Fujairah Police Urges Drivers to Follow New 100 km/h Speed Limit
Fujairah Police has reminded motorists that following posted speed limits and traffic regulations is essential to reducing road accidents and protecting drivers, passengers and other road users.
Drivers using the Fujairah–Khorfakkan Road should adjust their speed to comply with the revised 100 km/h speed limit, which came into effect on 13 October 2026.
Motorists are also encouraged to remain attentive to updated road signs and drive according to prevailing traffic and road conditions.
Other UAE Roads With Reduced Speed Limits in 2025 and 2026
The latest Fujairah–Khorfakkan Road speed-limit reduction follows several similar changes introduced across Abu Dhabi and Ras Al Khaimah during 2025 and 2026.
According to reports published by Khaleej Times and Aletihad, the following UAE roads have undergone speed-limit reductions, listed from newest to oldest:
14 September 2026 – Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Street (E311), Abu Dhabi: Speed limit reduced from 120 km/h to 100 km/h in both directions between the At Turoush Street/Tawi Al Qaymah Street junctions and the Al Khayr Street interchange.
9 February 2026 – Abu Dhabi–Al Ain Road (E22), Al Nahda to Bani Yas interchange: Speed limit reduced from 160 km/h to 140 km/h in both directions.
9 February 2026 – Abu Dhabi–Al Ain Road (E22), Bani Yas interchange to before the Bridges Complex: Speed limit reduced from 140 km/h to 120 km/h in both directions.
9 February 2026 – Al Rawdah Road (E30), Abu Dhabi: Speed limit reduced from 120 km/h to 100 km/h in both directions.
9 February 2026 – Al Ain–Abu Dhabi Road (E22), Al Aamerah to Al Sad interchange: Speed limit reduced from 160 km/h to 140 km/h.
9 February 2026 – Abu Dhabi–Al Ain Road (E22), Al Maqam Underpass to Al Maqam Palace interchange: Speed limit reduced from 120 km/h to 100 km/h.
January 2026 – Sheikh Saqr bin Mohammed Street (E18), Ras Al Khaimah: Speed limit reduced from 100 km/h to 80 km/h between Applied Technology Schools and Al Kharran Roundabout.
22 July 2025 – Sheikh Mohammed bin Salem Road (E11), Ras Al Khaimah: Authorities announced a speed-limit reduction from 80 km/h to 60 km/h between Al Jazeera Al Hamra Roundabout and Al Marjan Island Roundabout in both directions.
Each of these changes represents a 20 km/h reduction in the maximum permitted speed, reflecting continued efforts by UAE authorities to improve road safety and reduce the risk of traffic accidents.
Motorists are advised to check posted speed-limit signs when travelling on these roads and remain informed about future traffic regulation updates.
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