The UAE is due to announce its petrol and diesel prices for September 2026 before the new rates take effect on September 1. The September prices have not been officially disclosed yet. In August, the UAE Fuel Price Committee raised all four main fuel categories by Dh0.20 per litre compared with July, taking Super 98 to Dh3.60, Special 95 to Dh3.49, E-Plus 91 to Dh3.41 and diesel to Dh3.80.
- Location: United Arab Emirates
- Organisation: UAE Fuel Price Committee
- Current rates: August 2026
- September rates: Yet to be officially announced
- Who is affected: UAE motorists, businesses and fleet operators
- Current Super 98: Dh3.60 per litre
- Current Special 95: Dh3.49 per litre
- Current E-Plus 91: Dh3.41 per litre
- Current diesel: Dh3.80 per litre
UAE petrol prices for September 2026 have not been announced yet, but the new rates are expected to be revealed before September 1. The UAE Fuel Price Committee reviews fuel prices each month in line with changes in global markets. For August, the committee approved higher rates across petrol and diesel, with each category increasing by Dh0.20 per litre from July.
That means drivers across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah and the other emirates are now waiting for the next monthly update. However, there is currently no official confirmation that September prices will increase or decrease.
When will UAE petrol prices for September 2026 be announced?
The UAE normally announces its new monthly fuel rates near the end of the previous month, with the updated prices taking effect from the first day of the following month.
For September 2026, that means motorists can expect the announcement before Tuesday, September 1, 2026.
As of August 25, the September rates have not been officially disclosed. Any figures circulating online before the UAE Fuel Price Committee announces them should therefore be treated as predictions rather than confirmed prices.
The UAE government explains that fuel prices were deregulated in August 2015 and are linked to global prices. A government committee reviews fuel prices every month under the system.
What are the UAE petrol prices in August 2026?
The current August 2026 fuel prices are confirmed by the UAE Fuel Price Committee.
| Fuel type | August 2026 price | July 2026 price |
|---|---|---|
| Super 98 | Dh3.60/litre | Dh3.40/litre |
| Special 95 | Dh3.49/litre | Dh3.29/litre |
| E-Plus 91 | Dh3.41/litre | Dh3.21/litre |
| Diesel | Dh3.80/litre | Dh3.60/litre |
The committee announced the August rates on July 31, 2026, describing the changes as limited adjustments in line with global market movements.
The August increase followed a significant fall in July, when all four categories became cheaper after several months of rising prices.
Why have UAE fuel prices been changing in 2026?
UAE fuel prices are linked to global oil-market conditions, so changes in international crude prices can influence what motorists pay locally.
The UAE government introduced its deregulated fuel-pricing policy in August 2015. Under the system, petrol and diesel prices are reviewed monthly rather than being kept at one fixed rate throughout the year.
Global energy markets have experienced significant volatility in 2026. Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East have added uncertainty to oil supplies and shipping, while crude prices have moved sharply during the year.
However, it is important to separate market developments from confirmed UAE pricing decisions. Global oil prices can influence the UAE’s monthly rates, but they do not provide a confirmed September petrol price.
The UAE Fuel Price Committee will determine the official rates for September.
How much have UAE fuel prices changed this year?
Fuel prices have moved considerably since the start of 2026.
Super 98, for example, was priced at Dh2.53 per litre in January before falling to Dh2.45 in February. It then rose to Dh2.59 in March, Dh3.39 in April and Dh3.66 in May, before reaching Dh3.95 in June. The price subsequently dropped to Dh3.40 in July and rose again to Dh3.60 in August.
This shows why motorists cannot reliably predict the next monthly rate simply by looking at the previous month’s movement.
The same pattern has been seen across other fuel categories, with substantial increases during the second quarter followed by a July reduction and another increase in August.
Could September petrol prices go up or down?
There is no confirmed answer yet. The UAE Fuel Price Committee has not announced the September 2026 rates as of August 25.
The direction of global oil prices, market conditions and other factors affecting fuel costs will be relevant to the next review. But until the committee releases the official figures, neither an increase nor a decrease should be reported as confirmed.
For motorists, the August rates remain the applicable prices until the September update takes effect.
Who will be affected by the September fuel-price update?
The monthly fuel-price announcement affects motorists throughout the UAE, but its impact extends beyond private car owners.
Higher fuel costs can increase expenses for businesses that operate delivery vehicles, taxis, logistics fleets, commercial vehicles and other transport services. Lower prices can provide some relief to those operators.
For individual residents, the effect will depend largely on how often they drive, the type of vehicle they use and the fuel grade required by their vehicle.
The UAE government also operates social welfare support that includes a fuel allowance for eligible beneficiaries. The official UAE platform states that the allowance covers 85 per cent of the increase in fuel prices, subject to specified maximum amounts.
The September fuel-price announcement matters because even a small change per litre can affect monthly household transport budgets and business operating costs.
For now, the key takeaway is simple: August prices are confirmed, while September prices remain pending.
Motorists should therefore avoid relying on unofficial predictions and check the UAE Fuel Price Committee’s announcement before assuming what they will pay from September 1.
FAQs
When will UAE petrol prices for September 2026 be announced?
The September 2026 petrol and diesel prices are expected to be announced before the new rates take effect on September 1. As of August 25, the official September rates have not been disclosed.
What is the UAE petrol price in August 2026?
Super 98 costs Dh3.60 per litre, Special 95 costs Dh3.49 and E-Plus 91 costs Dh3.41. Diesel is Dh3.80 per litre.
Will petrol prices increase in September 2026?
This has not been confirmed. The UAE Fuel Price Committee has yet to announce the September 2026 rates, so any prediction should not be treated as an official price.
Why does the UAE change petrol prices every month?
The UAE deregulated fuel prices in August 2015 and adopted a pricing system linked to global markets. A government committee reviews fuel prices monthly.
Are UAE petrol prices the same across all emirates?
The UAE’s official monthly fuel rates apply across the country. Motorists in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah and the other emirates therefore follow the same announced rates for the main fuel categories.
UAE motorists will have to wait a few more days to find out how much petrol and diesel will cost in September 2026. The current August rates are Dh3.60 for Super 98, Dh3.49 for Special 95, Dh3.41 for E-Plus 91 and Dh3.80 for diesel.
With fuel prices having moved sharply throughout 2026, the next announcement will be closely watched by households, businesses and fleet operators across the country.
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