How to Get a Saudi Driving License

Saudi driving licenses are issued by the Traffic Department of Saudi Arabia, Muroor. It grants the owner the right to drive a motor vehicle on public roads in the Kingdom. To get your Saudi driving license, you need to follow a few easy steps and provide the correct documents. Read this in-depth guide to learn how to get your Saudi driving license!

Saudi Driving License Fees

Driving License fees in KSA are as follows (government licence fee from the Ministry of Interior fee table; course fees from Dallah Driving School)

Saudi Driving License Document Requirements

The following Documents are required for Saudi Driving License

1. Original ID card/ Iqama.

2. Medical Test for Driving License in Saudi Arabia. These examinations are conducted out of any governmental or private medical center associated with traffic. This test consists of blood tests, an eye exam, and a general check-up.

3. Pay driving license fees through SADAD (government payments) in your bank app.

4. Six official photos (size 4x6 cm).

5. Duly filled Saudi Driving License Application form to apply for Driving License. You can fill it in Arabic by yourself or get it filled by an agent

Procedure to Apply for Saudi Driving Licence

Register for driving lessons by selecting one of the available driving schools to begin the driving licence application. Attend and pass all of the tests, including the practical and theoretical stages monitored by the General Traffic Department (Muroor).

1- Saudi Driving Licence Apply Online Appointment to Muroor

The first step in getting Saudi Driving License is booking online appointment at the driving school via Absher electronic platform. This article describes the detailed procedure to book an online appointment for Driving License.

2- Saudi Driving Licence First Driving Test

1. Once your appointment is booked, Visit the Dallah Driving School and produce all the documents at the counter

2. Take the first (assessment) driving test. If you pass, you will usually be placed on the 6-hour course, after which you take the theory (computer) test and the final practical test.

3. If you fail the first Driving Test, You need to take the driving classes for more Hours. And upon successful completion of the training, Final Driving test appointment will be Scheduled (which is a reverse parking and computer test).

3- Saudi Driving License Practical Driving Class & Theoretical Training

Practical Driving Class & Theoritical training will be carried out if the applicant doesn’t clear the first driving test at the Driving School. You will be assessed for the number of training hours required and the training will be performed.

The training course will include practical driving classes as well as indoor presentations related to traffic signs (Download Here) and this will last for a couple of weeks depending upon the crowd at the Driving School and the appointment schedule provided to you.

Depending upon the level of your driving, you will be categorized into one of the 3 categories

1. 6 Hour programme if you pass the first driving test (SAR 690 incl. VAT)

2. 15 Hour programme if you fail the test but can drive at an intermediate level (SAR 1,466.25 incl. VAT)

3. 30 Hour programme if you are unable to drive (SAR 2,760 incl. VAT)

💡 The issuance of a driving license should be your top priority once you get to Saudi Arabia because it is very challenging to adhere to a schedule of driving classes after you have a job.

4- Saudi Driving License Final Driving Test

• After Completing training hours, you will given an appointment for final driving test

• Take a moment adjusting your seat, side mirrors, back mirror, steering, and seatbelt.

• This test may include Driving on a track, parallel and reverse parking.

Upon successful testing, you will proceed to the Computer Testing. Your training hours will increase if you don’t pass the final test.

5- Saudi Driving Licence Computer Test

1. A computer test must be passed after clearing the practical driving session.

2. The computer-based test is multiple choice on traffic rules and road signs. The number of questions and the pass mark can vary, so check with your school.

3. Theory classes are part of every Dallah programme (4 hours in the 6- and 15-hour programmes, 6 hours in the 30-hour programme), and the theory test is included in the course.

6- Saudi Driving License (DL) Collection

Your driving license will be issued once you have passed both your driving test and computer test. It requires that you submit your file, which shall include a duly filled Saudi Driving License Application form, Medical Test Report for Driving License and the Driving Test Passing Paper at a counter.

7- Saudi Driving License Status and Validity Check Online using Absher

After Successfully Obtaining the Saudi driving license, You can check the Status and validity of your License via your Absher/Tawakkalna/Absher Individual Account.

1. To Check status of your license on Absher, login to your Absher account.

2. Click on [My Services] then [Inquires] then [Traffic] and then [Public Query Driving License]

3. Enter the required information including National ID or Iqama number and date of birth.

4. Click on [View] to view all information related to your individual driving license.

You can also check via Tawakkalna application and Absher Individual

Saudi Driving License - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s)

1. What is the Minimum age for Saudi Driving License Eligibility

• The Minimum legal age for obtaining Saudi driving license for private Vehicles and motorbikes is 18 years.

• Temporary license or Driving Permit can be obtained at 17 Years for a period not exceeding one year to drive private vehicles.

• For driving public works vehicles, the minimum age for driving license is 20 Years.

2. Fine for Driving without License

Driving without a valid driving license is a traffic violation. The General Directorate of Traffic says driving before getting a driving license (or while your license is withdrawn) is fined SAR 1,000 to SAR 2,000, and the vehicle may also be impounded. Driving with an expired license is a separate violation (SAR 300 to SAR 500).

3. How to Convert Indian Driving License to Saudi Driving License

If You already have a valid driver’s license from India, you cannot directly convert it to Saudi driving license, because India is not on the list of about 48 countries whose licences Saudi Arabia converts without a test. You still need to take the Initial driving test and If you pass the test, you should take the minimum required training hours (6) to proceed for the final driving & parking test, along with the computer test. Upon passing these tests, you will be offered Saudi Driving License.

If You do not already have a driving license for India, or if you didn’t pass the initial test for a driving license then you will be offered to take driving classes for a couple of weeks. Final Driving test will be followed upon completion of these driving Classes.

4. Can I drive in UAE, Bahrain, Qatar with Saudi Driving License?

A valid Saudi driving license is generally accepted for driving in the other GCC countries (UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman and Qatar), as GCC licences are mutually recognised. For other countries, check that country’s rules. Many require an International Driving Permit.

5. How long does it take to get Saudi Driving License

It could take anywhere from a week to four months to get your driver’s license, depending on whether you are needed to take driving classes and the schedule of driving classes offered by the Driving School.

6. How to Get Online Digital Driving License?

You can get your digital driving license and Online Istimara in Saudi Arabia through Absher Individuals and Tawakkalna application.

7. Can I Drive in Saudi on Visit Visa?

Yes. Saudi Traffic says visitors can drive with a valid international or foreign driving license for up to one year from the date of entry, or until the license expires (whichever comes first), provided

• The license matches the type of vehicle

• The license is translated by an accredited translation office

• You hold a valid visit visa

List of Driving Schools in Saudi Arabia

List of Driving Schools in Riyadh, Jubail, Jeddah, Khobar, Medina, Hofuf and Rabigh are provided in the table below. Generally, Dallah driving school work in two shifts with 1st Shift beginning at 7:00 in the morning until 12:00 in the afternoon and Evening shifts run from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.