
Lost or Broken Car Key? We Replace, Cut & Program It On the Spot
Lost your car key? No worries! We provide fast and reliable car key replacement services for all makes and models. Whether it's a smart key, remote, or transponder, we cut and program it on the spot. Available 24/7 across Dubai. Call DEX Key Maker for instant help today!
Lost Car Key Replacement in Dubai - Fast & On-Site
Lost your car key and stuck on the road or at home? Don't panic - DEX Key Maker offers fast, reliable, and affordable car key replacement in Dubai. Whether it's a remote key, transponder key, or smart key, our expert locksmiths can cut and program a new one on the spot.

Losing a car key can happen unexpectedly and in various everyday situations. At DEX Key Maker, we understand how frustrating it can be. Below are common real-life scenarios in which our customers request car key replacement:
- Lost car key at home or office
- Key lost while shopping or running errands
- Lost car key at the beach, park, or public place
- Key misplaced during a move or travel
- Shared key lost by another driver or family member
- Key lost while on vacation or transit
No matter where or how your car key is lost, our mobile team arrives fast with all the tools needed to make a new key on the spot.
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Lost Car Key at Home
Many customers misplace their keys within their home environment, often under furniture, inside bags, in laundry baskets, or even in the fridge by accident.
- Happens during cleaning, moving, or multitasking
- Often no spare key available
- Panic sets in when you need to leave urgently
Solution: We come to your location and replace the lost car key on-site.
Key Lost at Work or Office Premises
Busy workdays and back-to-back meetings can lead to keys being forgotten on desks, left in drawers, or even dropped in elevators or hallways.
- Common in shared workspaces and large offices
- Time-sensitive when you're ready to go home or attend a meeting
Solution: Our mobile team reaches your office parking and programs a new key while you wait.
Car Key Lost While Shopping
Keys are often lost while carrying multiple bags, trying clothes in fitting rooms, or rushing to catch a cab or bus.
- Frequently reported at malls, markets, or retail outlets
- Risk of someone else finding and misusing your key
Solution: We verify your ownership and replace your key securely on location, often inside the parking area.
Key Lost at the Beach, Park, or Outdoor Spot
Outdoor areas are common places for dropped keys, especially in sand, grass, or uneven terrain where they’re hard to recover.
- Risk of damage due to sand or water exposure
- Hard to trace if dropped in open public spaces
Solution: We can access your vehicle even if it’s locked, cut a new key, and reprogram it, often on the spot.
Lost Key While Traveling or in Transit
Keys may be lost while loading/unloading luggage, during taxi/Uber rides, or even at airports and hotel valet services.
- Often occurs in unfamiliar areas with no access to your spare key
- High urgency due to tight schedules or travel plans
Solution: Our team quickly locates you via your dropped pin or location share and provides rapid key replacement.
Another Driver or Family Member Lost the Key
When multiple drivers share a vehicle, communication gaps often lead to misplaced or lost keys by one of the users.
- Usually, only one key remains between users
- Risk of both keys eventually being lost
Solution: We can reprogram new keys and offer an extra spare for future use.
These real-life situations are why our car key replacement service in Dubai is mobile, fast, and 24/7. Wherever you are, we come to you, no towing, no delay, no damage.
Detailed Procedure for Lost Car Key Replacement

When your car key is lost, it’s important to get a replacement that works seamlessly with your car’s ignition, doors, and security system. Here’s how DEX Key Maker handles the process professionally and efficiently:
Step 1: Identity & Ownership Verification
Before beginning the replacement process, we ensure your safety and compliance with legal standards.
- We request a valid Emirates ID, driver's license, or passport copy.
- Vehicle documents such as the registration card (Mulkiya) are required.
- In the case of a company vehicle, authorization may be needed.
This step is critical to ensure that the car key is only replaced for the rightful owner or authorized user.
Step 2: Vehicle Assessment & Key Type Identification
Not all car keys are the same. We begin by assessing:
- The make, model, and year of your vehicle
- Whether the lost key was a:
- Basic mechanical key
- Transponder key
- Remote flip key
- Smart key / proximity key (keyless entry)
This helps us determine the correct replacement method and tools required.
Step 3: Key Code Retrieval
If all keys are lost, we retrieve the key code needed to cut a new key.
- Some cars allow key code access via the VIN number
- For older models, we may manually decode the door lock using specialized tools
- In some cases, we access the immobilizer system or onboard diagnostics (OBD) to read the ECU
This allows us to cut a key that matches the original lock and ignition.
Step 4: Key Cutting
Using your car's key code, we perform high-precision laser or mechanical cutting using our mobile key cutting machines.
- This step replicates the blade pattern of the original key
- For remote keys, we ensure that both mechanical and remote parts are accurately cut and assembled
Step 5: Key Programming (If Applicable)
Most modern cars require the key to be programmed into the vehicle’s onboard computer.
- For transponder keys, we program the chip so it communicates with the immobilizer system
- For remote keys, we sync the buttons to operate doors and trunk
- For smart keys, we program the proximity chip to work with push-start and keyless systems
We use specialized diagnostic tools (such as OBD programmers) to complete this process efficiently and safely.
Step 6: Testing and Final Handover
Before we finish the job, we conduct thorough testing to ensure:
- The key starts the engine and functions smoothly
- Remote buttons (lock, unlock, trunk) work properly
- There are no error messages or ECU conflicts
- In smart keys, proximity sensors and push start work as expected
Once everything is verified, we hand over the key and offer you the option for a spare key at a discounted price if needed.
For Which Cars You Offer Car Key Replacement in Dubai
Here’s a comprehensive list of popular car brands and models for which DEX Key Maker offers car key replacement service in Dubai.
- Lexus Car Key Replacement Dubai
- Infiniti Car Key Replacement Dubai
- Ford Car Key Replacement Dubai
- Chevrolet Car Key Replacement Dubai
- GMC Car Key Replacement Dubai
- Dodge Car Key Replacement Dubai
- Kia Car Key Replacement Dubai
- Hyundai Car Key Replacement Dubai
- Mitsubishi Car Key Replacement Dubai
- Land Rover Key Replacement Dubai
- Audi Car Key Replacement Dubai
- Volkswagon Car Key Replacement Dubai
- Jeep Car Key Replacement Dubai
- Mercedese Car Key Replacement Dubai
- BMW Car Key Replacement Dubai
- Hummer Car Key Replacement Dubai
Why Do People Lose Their Car Keys?
Losing car keys is more common than you think, and it happens to people of all ages and lifestyles. At DEX Key Maker, we’ve helped thousands of customers in Dubai with lost key situations. Here are the most frequent reasons:
Forgetfulness or Absentmindedness
Life gets busy, juggling work, family, and errands can cause you to forget where you placed your keys.
- Keys left on kitchen counters, desks, or shelves
- Misplaced while rushing or multitasking
- Forgotten in unusual places like the fridge or bathroom
Tip: Use a dedicated key hook or tracking device to avoid this.
Keys Dropped or Fallen from Pocket or Bag
Keys can silently slip out while walking, sitting, or getting in/out of a car — especially with loose or shallow pockets.
- Often unnoticed until you're ready to leave
- Common in crowded areas like malls or parks
- Risk of others picking them up or losing them permanently
Tip: Always secure your keys inside zipped compartments.
Lost During Cleaning or Rearranging
Household activities like cleaning, organizing, or moving can lead to keys being misplaced or hidden unknowingly.
- Slipped between couch cushions or under furniture
- Mixed up with laundry or tossed in trash accidentally
- Packed away inside boxes or bags during a move
Tip: Always empty your pockets before starting any chores.
Left Behind in Taxis, Ubers, or Public Transport
This is a frequent issue when exiting a vehicle in a hurry.
- Keys fall out while sitting or during payment
- Drivers may not notice and passengers forget
- Reclaiming from transit or ride-sharing companies is often difficult
Tip: Check your seat and surroundings before leaving the vehicle.
Lost Outdoors or in Public Places
Outdoor environments like parks, beaches, or picnic areas are common zones for lost keys.
- Dropped in grass, sand, or uneven ground
- May fall from pockets while sitting or playing
- Often impossible to trace in crowded public spaces
Tip: Use a carabiner clip to secure keys when outdoors.
Shared Keys Between Family or Friends
When multiple people use the same key, the chance of loss increases.
- No one remembers who used the key last
- Keys not returned to the usual place
- Miscommunication or assumptions about who has it
Tip: Make spare keys and assign each user their own.
Misplaced During Travel or Hotel Stay
Traveling brings multiple distractions -luggage, tickets, and schedules often push key security down the priority list.
- Keys left in hotel drawers, airport restrooms, or taxis
- Misplaced during baggage handling or check-in/out
- Forgotten during long travel hours or jetlag
Tip: Always keep car keys in a dedicated travel pouch or wallet.
Conclusion
You need not be worried if you need car key replacement because DEX Key maker has got an efficient and affordable solution for you. Our teams of trained and experienced locksmiths are just a call away from you, round the clock. We dont practice blind trust and advise you the same. We are there for you round the clock, if you trust then call us (055)-9840111.
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Frequently Asked Questions for locksmith services offered by Key maker in Dubai.
The cost of replacing your car key depends on the type of key you use or need. The simple, traditional, metal car keys, is quite cheap these days. A mechanical key will cost from AED 50 to AED 200. However, replacing any other type of key would not also cost you much, normally it may cost you somewhere between AED 150 to AED 300.Replacement of the car key also depends on where you live in Dubai and the locksmith you hire. If you drive to the locksmith at the nearby store, his charges may be different than the key maker who you hire to visit your location for the key replacement work. Other factors that could affect the price are the brand and the quality of the key.
Car key replacement could take only a few minutes or even a few hours. Its time depends on the type of key you need and at what hour of the day you need these services.It may take a few minutes to replace your car keys if you have a standard key that needs to be cut. But if your car has electronic ignition, it may take up to an hour for your locksmith to get access to the system and program it with your new car key. An experienced locksmith equipped with proper tools, like someone from the Key Maker Dubai, could complete that job much lesser time than any other locksmith in Dubai.
The process of replacing lost or damaged car key is quite simple. There are two ways of getting your car key replaced i.e. either through your provider or through a locksmith. Both the procedures involve different times and prices. If you would like to go through your provider/ dealer, it would cost you more time and price and that's the reason people avoid it. While approaching the locksmith, the traditional way, would not only save your time but cost also. So, its better to prefer getting it through a car key maker in Dubai.
Smart key or keyless entry technology got into the market around the year 1998 but now they are being used by almost all the leading brands and models. It is difficult to find a single store or key maker in Dubai who deals in smart key solutions. We are one of those locksmiths who are offering smart key replacement but for a couple of automobile manufacturers only. This list keeps on updating by the time, so if you are looking for replacing the smart key then please feel free to check with us any time. It is most likely that we would be able to serve your requirement but if not then we could add your model to our list so you would not have a problem in availing of your required key next time.
We know that you are in a hurry and order for a new car key online sounds efficient but you may end up buying the wrong key. This is because the car key is unique to the manufacturer and model. The best solution to your requirement is an experienced locksmith like key maker in Dubai. Calling them for a new car key is swift and it would land you in peace of mind. Even if dont have the original copy of the key, it may take a little bit of time as it involves extracting the key code, around 10 minutes. After this, the locksmith would perform key cutting which usually takes 5 minutes, depending on his equipment and the last 10 to 15 minutes of programming and the key is ready for you.
Yes, we provide the replacement & car key repair for cars like BMW, Land Rover Key Replacement and Repair. So no matter if you need to change or duplicate a car key or repair the exisiting car key of Land Rover, Toyota, Lexus or a car key repair for Mecedese, Just Call Us.
Yes, whether are you looking for car key replacement or any other locksmith services in Dubai, you would find us cheaper than the main dealer, a lot of the time. We dont claim to be going in neck-to-neck competition with the dealer but compensate our clients through added services, further the dealer couldn't meet the pace on which we serve. In any case, you remain on the gaining end.
Yes, key maker in Dubai could serve your requirement. Although, we prefer the material sourced from our suppliers since we are familiar with their quality & terms of the warranty. We miss this certainty for the items purchased from e-commerce sites although we could have sufficient top up on those items.
Usually, It takes us approx 30 Mins to reach you anywhere in Dubai. But in some unforeseen circumstances, this duration can be prolonged.