![]() Note that if you want to drive a rental car in Dubai, you don't need to apply for a temporary licence but you do need to bring an IDP - International Driving Permit (required as of January 2007). No date seen for implementation of the new rule. As the RTA governs traffic in Dubai only, it's unclear at the time of the news if other emirates will continue with new licences for 10 years, or make a similar change. Lucky residents with driving licenses from one of the countries that can do a Dubai licence exchange, will be exempt from this new rule. ![]() Exactly where the line is drawn between bad driving and not too bad, has not yet been detailed. If, during the 1 year period, they have clocked up a bad driving record, they'll have to go back to Go and do another driving test. On the fourth renewal, drivers will get a licence that is valid for 10 years (same as the current validity), as long as they have a relatively clean record. New driving licenses in Dubai will only be valid for 1 year (renewable), at least for the first 3 years, according to the RTA. Whilst no other documents are compulsory, it's useful to carry the vehicle registration document, proof of insurance and proof of identity. If you are an expatriate resident of the UAE you must obtain a local licence. ![]() It's necessary for everyone who intends to drive in the UAE to have an international drivers' licence to accompany their own licence. Seat Belt Laws - The driver and the person seated next to the driver must wear a seat belt (Article 33, Executive By-Law UAE Federal Traffic Law Number 21, 1995)ĭrinking and Driving- Because of the religious restrictions on alcohol, it's no surprise to find that the alcohol limit for driving is zero. Are there any special requirements for driving in UAE?Ĭars in the United Arab Emirates drive on the right hand side of the road with overtaking on the left.
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