{"id":2378,"date":"2025-12-06T12:31:49","date_gmt":"2025-12-06T07:31:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dubaiwheels.ae\/blog\/?p=2378"},"modified":"2025-12-06T12:31:49","modified_gmt":"2025-12-06T07:31:49","slug":"digital-escrow-service-uae-shary-vehicle-transfers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dubaiwheels.ae\/blog\/digital-escrow-service-uae-shary-vehicle-transfers\/","title":{"rendered":"UAE Rolls Out Digital Escrow Platform for Safer Car Transfers"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>On 5 December 2025, the UAE introduced Shary, the country\u2019s first fully digital escrow service for vehicle transfers, developed by SlashData in partnership with the Integrated Transport Centre (ITC). This new platform aims to simplify and secure car resale and ownership transfers across the Emirates, marking a major step in the push for digitalisation of mobility and public services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/dubaiwheels.ae\/blog\/digital-escrow-service-uae-shary-vehicle-transfers\/#Key_Features_of_Shary\" >Key Features of Shary<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/dubaiwheels.ae\/blog\/digital-escrow-service-uae-shary-vehicle-transfers\/#Secure_Fully_Digital_Transactions\" >Secure, Fully Digital Transactions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/dubaiwheels.ae\/blog\/digital-escrow-service-uae-shary-vehicle-transfers\/#Government%E2%80%91Integrated_Compliance_Transparency\" >Government\u2011Integrated Compliance &amp; Transparency<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/dubaiwheels.ae\/blog\/digital-escrow-service-uae-shary-vehicle-transfers\/#Convenience_User%E2%80%91friendly_Experience\" >Convenience &amp; User\u2011friendly Experience<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/dubaiwheels.ae\/blog\/digital-escrow-service-uae-shary-vehicle-transfers\/#Quick_Snapshot\" >Quick Snapshot<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/dubaiwheels.ae\/blog\/digital-escrow-service-uae-shary-vehicle-transfers\/#Key_Highlights\" >Key Highlights<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/dubaiwheels.ae\/blog\/digital-escrow-service-uae-shary-vehicle-transfers\/#Why_It_Matters\" >Why It Matters<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/dubaiwheels.ae\/blog\/digital-escrow-service-uae-shary-vehicle-transfers\/#Closing_Summary\" >Closing Summary<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Features_of_Shary\"><\/span><strong>Key Features of Shary<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Secure_Fully_Digital_Transactions\"><\/span><strong>Secure, Fully Digital Transactions<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Shary enables buyers and sellers to complete the entire resale process online, from payment to title transfer, with no cash handling or paperwork. Funds are held in a secure escrow account until both parties confirm completion, significantly lowering the risk of fraud and ensuring full transparency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Government%E2%80%91Integrated_Compliance_Transparency\"><\/span><strong>Government\u2011Integrated Compliance &amp; Transparency<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The service is built in cooperation with TAMM (the UAE government services platform) and the Abu Dhabi Police, ensuring that every transaction follows federal licensing regulations. Users receive real\u2011time tracking and notifications, offering clarity and legal assurance for both buyer and seller.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Convenience_User%E2%80%91friendly_Experience\"><\/span><strong>Convenience &amp; User\u2011friendly Experience<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>With Shary, there\u2019s no need to visit service centres or handle cash. The entire process becomes paperless and automated, saving time and reducing friction. According to SlashData\u2019s CEO, this solution sets a new standard for secure vehicle resale in the UAE.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Quick_Snapshot\"><\/span><strong>Quick Snapshot<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-black-color\">Feature<\/mark><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-black-color\">Details<\/mark><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Service Name<\/td><td>Shary<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Type<\/td><td>Fully digital escrow service for vehicle ownership transfers<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Key Integrations<\/td><td>ITC, TAMM, Abu Dhabi Police<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Benefits<\/td><td>Secure payments, escrow protection, transparency, paperless transfer, and real\u2011time tracking<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Launch Date<\/td><td>5 December 2025<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Highlights\"><\/span><strong>Key Highlights<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>First fully digital escrow service for vehicle transfers in the UAE<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Eliminates cash handling and paperwork for car resale<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Provides escrow protection: funds are released only after ownership transfer confirmation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Government\u2011backed and compliant with licensing authorities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Offers a seamless, trackable, and secure online process<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Strengthens trust and transparency in the UAE used-car market and supports broader digital transformation goals<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_It_Matters\"><\/span><strong>Why It Matters<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Shary is a significant milestone for the UAE\u2019s auto and fintech ecosystem. For the first time, car buyers and sellers have access to a safe, regulated, and fully online escrow platform, reducing scams and building market confidence. This aligns with the UAE\u2019s broader strategy to digitalise public services and modernise vehicle ownership transfer procedures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For full official details, see the <a href=\"https:\/\/admobility.gov.ae\/en\/news\/itc-shary-a-digital-service-for-buying-and-selling-vehicles\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>ITC digital vehicle\u2011transfer announcement<\/strong><\/a>, or read more through the <a href=\"https:\/\/uaenews247.com\/category\/automibiles-motoring\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>SlashData\u2013ITC partnership press release<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, you can visit if you like and get info from <a href=\"https:\/\/fintechnews.ae\/29101\/abudhabi\/uae-shary-digital-vehicle-escrow\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Fintechnews Middle East coverage of Shary<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Closing_Summary\"><\/span><strong>Closing Summary<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>With Shary now live, vehicle resale in the UAE becomes easier, safer, and fully digital. This platform not only simplifies transactions but also raises the bar for trust and transparency in the used-car market. For anyone buying or selling a car in the Emirates, Shary offers a modern, reliable, and compliant solution, ushering in a new era of secure car transfers. For readers looking to understand the step-by-step process of vehicle ownership transfer in the UAE, check out our detailed guide on <a href=\"https:\/\/dubaiwheels.ae\/blog\/how-to-transfer-car-ownership-in-uae\/\"><strong>how to transfer car ownership in UAE<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>On 5 December 2025, the UAE introduced Shary, the country\u2019s first fully digital escrow service for vehicle transfers, developed by SlashData in partnership with the Integrated Transport Centre (ITC). 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