Economy
The UAE Fuel Price Committee announced higher gasoline and diesel rates for October 2026 compared to September.

The Fuel Price Monitoring Committee in the United Arab Emirates has released the official pricing schedule for October 2026, confirming an increase in fuel costs relative to September. The new rates apply under the country’s established monthly mechanism, which tracks global energy market fluctuations to maintain local supply balance.
Super 98 gasoline will cost 4.40 dirhams per liter, up from 3.80 dirhams in September. Special 95 gasoline is priced at 4.28 dirhams per liter, a rise from its previous rate of 3.69 dirhams. E-Plus 91 gasoline stands at 4.21 dirhams per liter, compared to 3.61 dirhams last month.
Diesel fuel has also seen a hike, with the October price set at 4.80 dirhams per liter. This represents an increase from the September rate of 4.30 dirhams per liter. The committee noted that these adjustments reflect the transparent and flexible system designed to align domestic prices with international trends while ensuring efficient market satisfaction.



