Once you have passed all required exams, issuing a driving license in Sharjah, Ajman, Abu Dhabi, or any other emirate (except Dubai) involves a series of steps. Here’s a detailed guide on how to proceed.
Step 1: Gather Required Documents
Ensure you have all necessary documents ready:
- Original Emirates ID and a copy.
- Passport with a valid residence visa and copies.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from your sponsor (if required).
- Passport-sized photographs (typically two).
- Driving File from the driving school, including the results of your theory and practical tests.
Step 2: Visit the Traffic Department
Go to the traffic department or licensing authority in the emirate where you passed your driving exams. Here are the locations for major emirates:
- Sharjah: Sharjah Driving Institute or the Sharjah Police Traffic and Licensing Services.
- Ajman: Ajman Traffic and Licensing Department.
- Abu Dhabi: Abu Dhabi Police Traffic and Licensing Department.
- Other Emirates: Respective traffic departments.
Step 3: Submit Your Documents
At the traffic department, submit all the required documents. The officials will verify your documents and ensure everything is in order.
Step 4: Pay the Fees
You will need to pay the applicable fees for issuing the driving license. The fee structure can vary depending on the emirate, but it generally includes:
- License issuance fee: Around AED 200 – 300.
- Eye test fee (if not already done): Around AED 100 – 150.
- Other administrative fees: If applicable.
Step 5: Eye Test (if not already done)
If you haven’t already completed the eye test, you will need to undergo an eye examination. This can be done at an authorized optical center or sometimes directly at the traffic department.
Step 6: Receive Your Driving License
After completing the above steps, you will be issued your driving license. This process can often be completed on the same day if all documents and fees are in order.
Contact Information and Locations
Here are some key locations and contact details for the traffic departments in major emirates:
- Sharjah:
- Sharjah Police Traffic and Licensing Services: Sharjah Police Website
- Phone: +971 6 512 5555
- Ajman:
- Ajman Traffic and Licensing Department: Ajman Police Website
- Phone: +971 6 703 5555
- Abu Dhabi:
- Abu Dhabi Police Traffic and Licensing Department: Abu Dhabi Police Website
- Phone: 800 3333
- Ras Al Khaimah:
- RAK Traffic and Licensing Department: RAK Police Website
- Phone: +971 7 205 3555
- Fujairah:
- Fujairah Traffic and Licensing Department: Fujairah Police Website
- Phone: +971 9 205 1100
- Umm Al Quwain:
- UAQ Traffic and Licensing Department: UAQ Police Website
- Phone: +971 6 706 2000
Additional Tips
- Validity and Renewals: The initial driving license is usually valid for 2 years for expats and 10 years for UAE nationals. Subsequent renewals are generally for 5 years.
- Timings: Check the working hours of the traffic department before visiting. Many have specific hours for licensing services.
- Online Services: Some emirates offer online services for the application and renewal of driving licenses. Check the respective emirate’s traffic department website for more details.
By following these steps, you can successfully issue your driving license in any emirate in the UAE, ensuring you comply with local regulations and are legally able to drive.
