Abu Dhabi Driving License – How to Get a Driving License in Abu Dhabi?

A valid driving license is essential for residents and visitors to Abu Dhabi. It is imperative to acquire and maintain this license in order to avoid serious legal consequences, such as significant fines and possible vehicle confiscation. The Abu Dhabi driving license not only provides greater mobility but also meets the necessary requirements for vehicle ownership and rental in the region.

Abu Dhabi Driving License

Abu Dhabi requires applicants to undergo driving training at a registered driving institute in order to obtain a driving license. There are specific age requirements, vehicle types, and medical prerequisites based on the type of vehicle. Tests include an eye test, a theory test, and a practical test.

Abu Dhabi Driving License Golden Chance

The Road and Transport Authority (RTA) has introduced the Golden Chance Driving License, allowing non-exempt drivers to apply directly for a UAE Light Motor Vehicle driving license.

Abu Dhabi Driving License Eligibilty

A new driving license can be obtained by individuals who meet the medical fitness requirements and are of legal driving age. The minimum driving age varies according to the vehicle one intends to drive.

• Drivers of motorcycles and special needs vehicles must be 17 years of age to obtain a license
• You must be at least 18 years old to get a driving license
• To drive heavy vehicles and tractors, you must be 20 years old
• Bus drivers must be 21 years old to obtain a license

Abu Dhabi driving license application process

Step 1: Undergo an eye examination

You can conduct an eye test at a licensed optician in Abu Dhabi authorized by the traffic and licensing department. Bring your Emirates ID.

Step 2: Open a driving license file

Access traffic files online via the TAMM portal, the official Abu Dhabi Government services portal, or the Abu Dhabi Police mobile application.

In order to apply for TAMM and Abu Dhabi Police, you must upload the following documents:

• Emirates ID
• Result of eye test
• Passport-size photo

Prepare all the required documents:

• visit the TAMM official website
• Navigate to the ‘Drive & Transport’ category
• Click on ‘Request to Open a Driving License’
• Log in using your UAE Pass and click ‘Start’
• Select the right license
• select the request category as ‘new’
• Select your preferred driving test center, which will be an Abu Dhabi Police Traffic and Licensing Department location
• Documents must be uploaded
• To open a traffic file, you must make a payment

Step 3: Clear the theory test and undergo internal practical training

Using your traffic file number, register for theory classes and the theory test at Emirate Driving Company (EDC) once you have opened your traffic file. You should also enroll in internal practical training and testing at EDC, which is referred to as parking and yard training.

You will need to present the following documents at EDC:

• Traffic file number
• Emirates ID
• Copy of your passport
• Copy of your residency visa
• personal picture

You will need a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from your guardian if you are 17 years or younger.

If you have a disability between the waistline and below, we offer a special driving course that uses specially adapted vehicles equipped with hand controls. To learn more about the process and available discounts, go to the Emirates Driving Institute website.

You will receive a certificate upon passing the theory test and the internal practical training.

Step 4: Request the issuance of a road test date and obtain a training permit.

In order to begin your driving lessons, you’ll need to schedule a road test date through the TAMM portal. Here’s how to do it:

• Visit the TAMM official website
• Under Individual Services, select ‘Drive & Transport’
• Select ‘Request a Driving Test Date’
• Log in with your UAE Pass by selecting ‘Start’
• Please enter the number of your traffic file
• Confirm the location of the driving test you selected.
• pay the required fee

After booking your driving test through the Tamm portal, you will receive an SMS confirming the test date and location. Your training permit card will be mailed to you afterwards.

The required driving classes can be taken after the road test, which is called external practical training or external road training.

Step 5: Complete a minimum of six hours of external road training

The next step is to enroll in and complete at least six hours of driving classes from a private driving school in Abu Dhabi.

In order to enroll in a private driving school in Abu Dhabi, you must submit the following documents:

1. traffic file number
2. Emirates ID
3. copy of your passport
4. copy of your residence visa
5. personal picture
6. training permit
7. successful completion of Theory Exam and Internal Practical Training

A certificate for ‘successful completion of external practical training’ will be awarded once you have completed the driving lessons.

Step 6: Successfully pass the road test

Your driving license will be issued once you have passed the road test at the traffic licensing department branch in Abu Dhabi that you selected while opening your file.

Step 7: Collect your driver’s license

Obtaining your driving license card can be done either at your driving school or at an Abu Dhabi Police Customer Happiness Center.

Receiving the card can be done in two ways:

• A digital copy of your driving license can also be accessed using the Abu Dhabi Police app by emailing or SMSing your registered address.
• Within 10 days, the physical driving license card will be issued.

Abu Dhabi Driving License Check Online

It is important to note that access to this website is restricted to individuals within Abu Dhabi, so you can only view your driving license information by visiting the official website of the Abu Dhabi Police.

Abu Dhabi Driving License Renewal

In order to avoid long queues during peak hours, Abu Dhabi government has introduced multiple online platforms to allow people to renew their driving licenses easily online.