Individuals who were granted a golden visa by the UAE government are eligible to obtain a driving license without having to go through rigorous training.
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) said that those who got a Golden Visa and are interested in getting a driving license can now apply through the RTA website or visit the nearest centres and the applicant must meet the criteria to get his details processed.
“Did you get the Golden Visa & want to get a driving license in #Dubai? Present your previous driving license approved in your country & issue a new one from RTA at the driving institutes after passing the knowledge & road tests without needed training,” read the RTA’s message on Twitter.
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Did you get the Golden Visa & want to get a driving license in #Dubai? Present your previous driving license approved in your country & issue a new one from #RTA at the driving institutes after passing the knowledge & road tests without needed training. https://t.co/Te3ooJdklZ pic.twitter.com/QZFBxhkjO1
— RTA (@rta_dubai) January 3, 2022
Dubai residents who are above the legal age and medically fit are eligible to apply for this service.
Among the required documents include:
1. Original Emirates ID
2. Copy of the tenancy agreement approved by ejari as a proof of residence
3. Copy of the company’s trade license
4. Letter from the Company certifying that the customer works in Dubai
For diplomats
1. Copy of the diplomatic passport
2. Original Emirates ID
3. A copy of the diplomatic card for embassies, consulates and international organisations
4. A copy of a letter from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs valid for at least 6 months
For Pregnant Women
1. Copy of a letter of approval from the doctor
For People of Determination
1. Copy of the certificate of transfer to the doctor issued by the Licensing Agency
For the Emirati passport holder who is without a family book (Marsoom holders)
1. Copy of the valid passport
2. Copy of the valid “Marsoom”
For Emirati passport holder who is the son of an Emirati woman
1. Copy of the birth certificate
2. Copy of the valid passport
3. Valid letter from the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs
For golden residency holders who have a driver license from their countries
1. A copy of the customer previous valid driving license and knowledge test and Road test results.
