The Road Traffic Authority (RTA) has stopped all cash payments for traffic offences, Acting Chief Executive Officer John Avira announced in a media statement on Monday, 16 February 2026.

Mr. Avira said cash fines will no longer be collected by RTA or police at roadblocks, roadside checks or RTA offices. The directive takes effect immediately and applies to all Traffic Enforcement Officers nationwide, including both RTA and police traffic officers.

“Any road user served a Traffic Infringement Notice (TIN) by an RTA or police Traffic Enforcement Officer must use the EFTPOS machines provided at the road-check,” Mr. Avira said.

He clarified that if no EFTPOS machine is available at the roadblock, motorists must take the issued TIN to an RTA or police traffic office to make payment using an EFTPOS machine.

“In either case, there must be no cash payments, and the road user must insist on a payment receipt showing the amount paid and when it was paid,” he emphasized.

Mr. Avira said the directive follows social media allegations that some motorists were being fined in cash without being issued TINs or official receipts.

“Road users must know their rights,” Mr. Avira stated.

“Anyone whose rights are infringed by any RTA and police traffic officer through forced cash payments must note the name of the TEO and the time and report the matter to the Officer-in-Charge at the RTA office.”

He further warned that any officer found soliciting money under the guise of enforcing traffic regulations will face serious disciplinary action, including possible termination of employment.