- DEWA Green Charger Network: 1,270 Public Stations
- Top 10 Mall Charging Stations
- Dubai International Airport: Charge While Traveling
- Charging Map by Area
- How to Operate DEWA Stations in 3 Steps
- Best EVs for Dubai Charging
- Essential Charging Apps
- Free Charging Secrets
- Trips Outside Dubai: Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman
- Dubai Charging Future 2030
- Smart Charging Tips
Dubai leads the global electric revolution with 1,400 advanced charging stations from DEWA, Parkin, and Tesla covering malls, airports, and communities through January 2026. Smart apps, 50kW fast charging, and free stations at Dubai Mall and Marina Mall transform charging into seamless experience for Tesla, MG, and BYD with annual savings up to AED 5,000.
DEWA Green Charger Network: 1,270 Public Stations
DEWA manages 1,270 stations covering 95% Dubai through Jan 2026:
Station Type | Number | Charging | Cost | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
AC Type 2 | 900 | 22kW | AED 0.60/kWh | Tesla, MG |
DC CCS Fast | 280 | 50kW | AED 1.20/kWh | BYD, NIO |
Tesla Supercharger | 90 | 250kW | FREE Tesla | Model 3/Y |
How to charge with DEWA:
Free DEWA account (5 mins)
QR Code scan (no cards)
Guest Mode (no account)
Overnight mall free (12am-6am)
Top 10 Mall Charging Stations
Shop + Charge = Perfect Day:
Mall | Location | Type | Speed | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Dubai Mall | P2 + Fashion | DEWA AC/DC | 50kW | 7:30am-12am |
Mall Emirates | P1 | Tesla V3 + DEWA | 250kW | 24/7 |
Marina Mall | B1 | DEWA + ADNOC | 43kW | 10am-12am |
Festival City | Lower Basement | DEWA AC | 22kW | 10am-12am |
City Centre | P3 | Tesla + DEWA | 150kW | 24/7 |
Savings Calculation:
Mall | Shopping Time | Free Charge | Annual |
|---|---|---|---|
Dubai Mall | 3 hours | 40kWh | AED 1,800 |
Mall Emirates | 4 hours | 60kWh | AED 2,700 |
Dubai International Airport: Charge While Traveling
3 main stations at DXB cover Terminal 1, 2, 3:
Location | Type | Speed | Free? |
|---|---|---|---|
T3 Parking B2 | Tesla Supercharger | 250kW | Tesla only |
T1 Arrivals | DEWA DC | 50kW | AED 1.20 |
T2 Premium | ADNOC + DEWA | 43kW | Premium free |
Airport Tip:
Charge T3 before check-in (90 mins = 80%)
T1 for long flights (overnight)
DXB Navigator app (instant locations)
Charging Map by Area
Complete Dubai 2026 coverage:
Area | Number | Key Stations | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
Downtown | 180 | Dubai Mall, Burj Khalifa, DWTC | AC/DC |
Marina + JBR | 220 | Marina Mall, JBR Walk | Tesla + DEWA |
Jumeirah | 150 | Wild Wadi, Jumeirah Village | DEWA + ADNOC |
Dubai Hills | 90 | Mall Emirates, Gold Souk | Fast AC |
Dubai South | 120 | Al Maktoum Airport, Expo | Industrial DC |
How to Operate DEWA Stations in 3 Steps
Fastest Dubai charging method:
Download DEWA app (iOS/Android)
Register account (Emirates number + email)
Scan QR or Guest Mode
Real 2026 Costs:
Type | Price | Tesla Model 3 Example |
|---|---|---|
AC 22kW | AED 0.60/kWh | AED 12/hour |
DC 50kW | AED 1.20/kWh | AED 25/20 mins |
Tesla V3 | FREE | AED 0 |
Best EVs for Dubai Charging
Tesla, MG, BYD optimized for Dubai network:
Car | Range | DC Charging | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
Tesla Model Y | 533km | 250kW | Mall Emirates |
MG ZS EV | 440km | 50kW | Dubai Mall |
BYD Atto 3 | 420km | 88kW | Marina |
Essential Charging Apps
Charging + Map + Savings in one:
App | Company | Features | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
DEWA | DEWA | 1,270 stations, QR, Guest | 4.8⭐ |
Tesla | Tesla | Supercharger, Navigation | 4.9⭐ |
PlugShare | Global | 5K UAE stations | 4.7⭐ |
Free Charging Secrets
5 ways to charge Dubai FREE:
Tesla Superchargers (90 free for owners)
Overnight malls (12am-6am all malls)
5-star hotels (guests only)
Companies (DIFC, DWTC employees)
DEWA Guest first 3 charges free
Trips Outside Dubai: Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman
Complete UAE network:
City | Number | Key Stations |
|---|---|---|
Abu Dhabi | 450 | Yas Mall, Louvre |
Sharjah | 180 | Sharjah Souq |
Ajman | 90 | Marina Mall |
Dubai Charging Future 2030
Dubai's EV vision:
2026: 2,500 stations (+100%)
2028: Wireless mall charging
2030: 10,000 stations (50% EV)
Smart Charging Tips
Perfect Dubai charging strategy:
Overnight mall charging (free 6 hours)
Tesla Superchargers first 3 years
DEWA Wallet (20% auto discount)
Charge 20-80% only (LifePo4 batteries)
Dubai's sophisticated 1,400-station charging network represents a global model for sustainable electric mobility transition. Annual cost savings up to AED 5,000 through free mall charging, smart apps like DEWA and Tesla, and comprehensive area coverage make Dubai the premier destination for EV owners in the region. With expansion plans to 10,000 stations by 2030, Dubai isn't just preparing for the future—it's redefining it today.
