How to renew your driving licence in Dubai  

Dubai provides the most convenient experience in driving, in the sense of high quality highways, well-developed infrastructure and intelligent transportation.By renewing your driving license in time you will remain legal, will not receive any fines and will be able to drive freely. A brief step on how to renew your Dubai driving licence in under five simple steps.

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Step 1: Finish the Course of the Required eye test.

• You will also have to take an eye test that is approved by RTA before commencing your renewal. Present your own Emirates ID and expired licence in any of the licensed optical centres like Al Jaber optical, Yateem Optician or vision express. Your results will be forwarded to RTA by the centre.

• Cost: AED 140–180

Step 2: Clear All Pending Fines

• Make sure that you do not owe any traffic fines or penalties associated with your Emirates ID or vehicle. These are easily paid with the help of the RTA site, RTA Dubai application, or Dubai Police application.

• In case your licence has not been renewed within more than 10 years, you will have to take a re-road test.

Step 3: Work out the necessary papers.

Keep these ready:

• Valid Emirates ID

• Expired driving licence

• Results of the eye test (electronically uploaded)

• Ensure that you have your Emirates ID and residence visa valid before you do so.

Step 4: Renewal through RTA Channels.

Renew digitally through:

• RTA Website or application

• In malls or RTA centres there are self-service kiosks.

• Physical Customer Happiness Centres.

• It only takes an average of less than 10 minutes to process and you will immediately have a digital licence.

Step 5: Pay the Renewal Fees

• AED 120 (below 21 years)

• AED 320 (21 years and above)

• Add AED 25–30 for courier delivery. Your physical card is delivered to you in 2 -3 working days or immediately when picked up in person.

Licence Validity:

• 10 years for UAE/GCC nationals

• 5 years for expatriates

Conclusion

It is now a simple streamlined digital procedure and you can renew your Dubai driving licence in a few minutes. Be ahead of the expiry date, save money and drive comfortably.

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