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UAE DRIVING LICENSE FEES FOR CARS

Let’s go driving with our regular or a flexible plan designed keeping you in mind!

REGULAR

DISCOUNT
10Hours

AED 3810

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AED 3077

20Hours

AED 4912.65

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AED 3970

(Inclusive of 5% VAT)

  • Car driving training Days *

    3 days / Week  

    Mon, Wed, Fri OR Tues, Thurs, Sat

  • Training Hours per week *

    Up to 6 hours

  • Cancellation/Re-scheduling

    48 hours prior to the class

  • Class Timings

    08:30 - 17:30

  • Training fees per hour

    AED 80

FLEXI

DISCOUNT
10Hours

AED 4220.9

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AED 3393

20Hours

AED 5752.65

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AED 4705

(Inclusive of 5% VAT)

  • Car driving training Days *

    All 7 days from Mon - Sun

  • Training Hours per week *

    Up to 14 hours

  • Cancellation/Re-scheduling

    12 hours prior to the class

  • Class Timings

    08:30 - 17:3020:00 - 23:00

  • Training fees per hour

    AED 120

LUMPSUM(AUTO)

DISCOUNT
10Hours

AED 9082.50

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AED 8032.50

20Hours

AED 9915

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AED 8398.95

(Inclusive of 5% VAT)

  • Car driving training Days *

    All 7 days from Mon - Sun

  • Training Hours per week *

    Up to 14 hours

  • Cancellation/Re-scheduling

    24 hours prior to the class

  • Class Timings

    08:30 - 17:30

  • Training fees per hour

    NA

LUMPSUM(MANUAL)

DISCOUNT
10Hours

AED 9097.50

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AED 8347.50

20Hours

AED9937

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AED 9187.50

(Inclusive of 5% VAT)

  • Car driving training Days *

    All 7 days from Mon - Sun

  • Training Hours per week *

    Up to 14 hours

  • Cancellation/Re-scheduling

    24 hours prior to the class

  • Class Timings

    08:30 - 17:30

  • Training fees per hour

    NA

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YOUR UAE DRIVING LICENSE FOR CARS (LMV)

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Are you over the age of 17 years and 6 months? If YES.  

You have the option to register for Automatic or Manual car driving lessons.
 

Automatic driving license holders are permitted to drive automatic cars only.

but if you have Manual driving license, Woohoo, you can pick your choice of automatic or manual car and get driving!

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Got no experience behind the wheel? 

No worries, Attend the 20 Hours course provided by our car driving school

and you’ll be ready to appear for the RTA test for a UAE driving license. 

Got some skills? Have a car driving license :

Valid license from home country existing between 2 – 5 years = 15 Hours course**

Valid license from home country older than 5 years = 10 Hours course**

Valid or expired for less than 10 years license from any exception countries = Appear directly for the RTA tests 

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*The license will be issued on completion of 18 years of age, for trainees registering at the age of 17 years & 6 months.

**If you are a student holding a driving license from another country eligible for reduced classes to acquire a car license Dubai, you must attend a Pre-Evaluation Test examined by us. You can book this through our call centre or by visiting us.

*The license will be issued on completion of 18 years of age, for trainees registering at the age of 17 years & 6 months.

**If you are student holding a driving license from another country eligible for reduced classes to acquire a UAE driving license,
you must attend a Pre-Evaluation Test examined by us. You can book this through our call centre or by visiting us.

Documents required to issue a car driving license in Dubai, UAE

You can apply to start your car driving course for a light motor vehicle if you have a minimum age of 17 and a half. But then your UAE driving license will be issued when you are 18. 

  • Original Emirates ID

  • A valid visa in Dubai

  • Eye test (must be done before opening the RTA file)

  • Valid Original driving license from another country (if any): License must be legally translated only from Dubai if not printed in English/Arabic. The license must be attested from the home country embassy/consulate if in handwritten and/or in book format.

Female learners who wish to take driving lessons from a male instructor:

If you are under 21 years old when you apply for a car driving course, you need to visit our office to issue an NOC upon registration.

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Holding a drivers’ visa (excluding Taxi Company):

Medical fitness report from the RTA approved medical centre/hospitals.

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Transferring your UAE driving license file from other institutes in Dubai/Emirates:

Original RTA file from the previous school/institute.
No Objection letter/status report from previous school/institute.
Theory lectures details (if attended).
Training Sheet (if practical training has been taken).

How Many Tests Are There Before You Get A Car Driving License?

You need to pass five tests in total along the way till you get your LMV license Dubai, the first of which would be the Theory test. You can only proceed to the practical driving lessons when you pass your theory part of the uae driving license. 

1.  Theory test

2.  Assessment road test

3.  Assessment parking test

4.  RTA parking test

5.  RTA road test

Our Car Driving Lessons Will Begin With Theory

The information and driving rules you learn during your theory lessons prepare you for the practical training and grant you theoretical knowledge that helps you build confidence to get out on the road.


 

Attending theoretical classes is essential in order to move forwards into getting your car driving license in Dubai. You cannot progress to the practical training without completing the theoretical lessons and passing their test.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN: LECTURES IN OUR CAR DRIVING COURSE

  • Lecture 1: Attitude and Responsibilities

  • Lecture 2: Traffic Signs

  • Lecture 3: Managing Risks

  • Lecture 4: Driver Condition

  • Lecture 5: Driving Environment

  • Lecture 6: Rules of the Road

  • Lecture 7: Hazard and Emergencies

  • Lecture 8: Safety Demonstration

Want to learn from the comfort of your home? You can take theory driving lessons for your car driving license in Dubai through our mobile app. All you need is the Excellence Mobile App and an internet connection. All car license course presentations will be available on the app for you to refer to whilst studying for your theory test. Our lessons for car driving license Dubai are available in English, Arabic and Urdu for your better understanding.

Car Driving License FAQs

What Is An LMV Driving License?

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An LMV (Light Motor Vehicle) driving license is issued in Dubai by the RTA (Road and Transport Authority) of Dubai. This license allows you to drive a light motor vehicle (not including trucks or any other heavy motor vehicles). Such as cars, SUVs, and small vans, having a maximum weight of up to 2.5 tons. Such a license is required for any person who wishes to drive privately or professionally in the UAE.


 

What Is A Category 3 UAE Driver's License?

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A Category 3 driving license is the legal license for the license holders to drive light motor vehicles (LMVs). It is the most popular license for private vehicles, and its license holder has the right to drive cars and light vehicles with an eight-passenger capacity. It is issued to all who aim to drive LMVs in the UAE.


 

What Are The Eligibility Criteria For A Car Driving License In Dubai?

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In order to obtain a driving license for a car in Dubai, you have to be at least 18 years old. Besides, you may need to pass a vision test and submit your valid Emirates ID along with some other documents. As for the driving lessons, it will be better to get an RTA-approved driving school, for example, Excellence Driving. If you are an expat, don't forget to submit your residency visa as well.


 

What Are The Types Of Car Driving Licenses Available In The UAE?

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There are two different kinds of car driving licenses in the UAE: the manual transmission license and the automatic transmission license. Persons holding a manual transmission license in UAE can drive both manual and automatic cars. On the other hand, a person with an automatic transmission license can drive only automatic cars.


 

How To Apply For A Car Driving License?

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In order to obtain a driver's license in Dubai, you need to register at one of the RTA-approved driving schools, such as Excellence Driving. The process requires the completion of theory lessons and practical driving lessons. Passing two types of tests, the theory and the driving tests, is a must to get the license. A vision test is also a prerequisite at the time of registration.


 

What Are The Stages Of Practical Training For An LMV Driving License?

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The practical training for an LMV driving license is divided into several stages, including yard training (maneuvering), parking lessons, and on-road training. Each stage helps ensure that the driver gains comprehensive skills for safe driving. Additionally, the student must pass the internal tests at each stage before moving forward to the RTA final road test.


 

What Should I Do If I Lose My Car Driving Test?

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In case you fail your car driving test, you will need to take some supplementary lessons before you attempt to retake the test. How many lessons will be taken by you before you retake your test will be determined by your instructor or examiner after the test, depending on how you performed in the test. You can contact your driving school and book your lessons.


 

How Long Is A UAE Driving License Valid?

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The validity of a UAE driving license depends on the age of the license holder. If the person is less than 21 years old, the license is valid for one year and if the license holder is 21 years old or above the license is valid for two years. So, once the validity term is over, you have to renew your license.