Fuel prices in the United Arab Emirates have been increased sharply, effective April 1, 2026, amid mounting pressure from global oil market volatility and geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.
The UAE Fuel Price Committee confirmed that diesel will see the largest jump of 72 percent to Dh4.69 per litre from Dh2.72.
Super 98 petrol has become more expensive by 30 percent to Dh3.39 per litre, Special 95 petrol by 32 percent to Dh3.28, and E‑Plus petrol by 33.3 percent to Dh3.20 per litre.
Diesel recorded the sharpest increase, climbing to Dh4.69 per litre from Dh2.72 compared to the previous month. The new prices will come into effect nationwide tomorrow.
Fuel prices in the UAE remain directly linked to international oil markets following the deregulation policy introduced in 2015, under which domestic pump rates are adjusted in line with global crude oil trends.
Recent gains in international oil prices have been driven by rising geopolitical tensions, instability around key Gulf energy routes, and growing concerns over potential supply disruptions if the US-Iran war intensifies.
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Shouldn’t have supported the pointless war then.