MANDATORY DOCUMENTS

1. Original Emirates ID 
2. A copy of valid visa issued in Dubai
3. Eye test report (before RTA file opening). The eye test is available at the EDI main centers or RTA-approved eye test centers in Dubai.
4. Original driving license issued from other countries of the same vehicle category (if any)*:  
   • The hologram on the driving license must be visible. 
   • A valid and expired (less than ten years of expiry) driving licenses are acceptable.
   • If your driving license is not issued in English or Arabic, please legally translate your driving license from a legal translation typing office in Dubai. 
   • For a lost driving license, please seek a letter from the consulate of your country.

*Subject to RTA approval. If the driving license is denied by the RTA, please seek a letter from the embassy of your country. 

ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS FOR:

Female customers (younger than 21 years) who wish to take training by a male instructor:

1. A no-objection letter signed by the sponsor 
2. A no-objection letter to be signed by self (only for UAE nationals or company visa holders)
3. Copy of the sponsor's Emirates ID

Customers holding Partner visa:

5. Copy of a valid UAE trade license 

UAE Marsoom / Bedouin:

5. Valid and original marsoom letter
6. Valid and original passport 
7. One passport size photograph
8. Eye test report

People of Determination:

5. An original medical report issued from Rashid Hospital (maximum of two years validity)
6. Sanad Card from Community Development Authority (optional)

Pregnant women:

5. A no-objection letter signed by the sponsor 
6. 'Fit to Drive' certificate issued by the consulting doctor.

File transfer from other institutes within Dubai or other emirates:

1. Original RTA file from the previous driving institute or driving schools. 
2. Clearance letter from the previous driving institute or driving schools signed and stamped by an authorized signatory.
3. Proof of theory lectures attendance
4. Valid or invalid RTA learning permit (not applicable for other-emirates)
5. Training Sheet (if practical training is completed)

Driver visa holders (excluding Taxi Company):

1. Medical fitness report from the RTA-approved medical centers or hospitals.

FILE OPENING PROCESS FOR OTHER-EMIRATES
Mandatory documents required for applicants

1. On personal or family-sponsored visa currently residing in Dubai:
   • Valid passport copy & visa copy of the sponsor & applicant
   • Original and valid Emirates ID
   • Valid tenancy contract (Ejari) & electricity bill from DEWA*
   • Eye test report (After approval)
   • Declaration letter from the school or university (if the applicant is a student in Dubai)
   • NOC for professional help (e.g. housemaid, nanny, driver)
     *not required in case the declaration letter is available
      
2. On a company-sponsored visa:
   • Situation 1: Company has a branch in Dubai & currently residing in Dubai:
     1.  Valid passport copy & visa copy of the applicant
     2. Original and valid Emirates ID
     3.  Copy of valid trade license of the Dubai branch of the company. The company name must match the name on the trade license.
     4. NOC to mention that the applicant is working in the Dubai branch of the company.
     5. Eye test (After approval)
         
   • Situation 2: Company does not have a branch in Dubai & currently residing in Dubai:
     (e.g. Applicants on investor or partner visa from other emirates do not have a branch & currently residing in Dubai)
     1.  Valid passport copy & visa copy of the sponsor & applicant
     2. Original and valid Emirates ID
     3.  Valid tenancy contract (Ejari) & electricity bill from DEWA
     4. Eye test report (After approval)
     5. NOC issued by the company from other emirates if they do not have any branch in Dubai

​20 hours (Beginner)

Pay the course fees in easy installments with Emirates NBD, Mashreq Bank and more!

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15 hours (valid driving license holders between 2 to 5 years)

 Pay the course fees in easy installments with Emirates NBD, Mashreq Bank and more!

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Flying crew course

*Customers can take optional practical training before the road test. The training fee is applicable as per current rates. As per the current promotion, the above fees include eye test and VAT.

Customers can take optional practical training before the road test. The training fee is applicable as per current rates. As per the current promotion, the above fees include eye test and VAT.

Incase of any test failure, below process applies:

• Failure of RTA theory test: Attend 8 theory lectures. Available online Student Portal or classroom lectures.
• Failure of RTA road test: Book and attend 4 hours of practical training. 

Convert UAE drivers license from automatic to manual gear

Customers can take optional practical training before the road test. The training fee is applicable as per current rates

Customers holding a valid and original Dubai car driving license can convert from automatic gear to manual gear. If a customer has a car driving license from another emirate, the license will have to be transferred to Dubai. The below process applies:

• RTA Road Test appointment: Book a test appointment and attend the RTA road test at the main center. If failed, please pay and book a new road test appointment.
• Upon passing, a UAE manual driving license will be issued.
• Optional manual gear training lessons: Student can book and attend minimum 1 hour of training lessons. Rates apply as per course selected.

Direct test course - Only Singapore drivers license

Valid only at the EDI main centers

Singapore nationals holding a valid and original driving license issued from Singapore are eligible to directly convert their driving license into a UAE driving license.

The below process applies to acquire a UAE driving license for Singapore citizens:

• Admission process: Includes RTA file opening and EDI registration
• Eye test: Can be done in EDI main centers or RTA approved optical shops in Dubai
• RTA Theory Test: Attend the RTA Theory Test to receive the UAE driving license. 

You may register at any branch located across Dubai; Click here to locate a branch nearest to you!

Click here to register online.

Please note:

• Students can opt to register for either Automatic or Manual gear. However, please note that Automatic license holders are not allowed to drive a Manual gear vehicle.
• Simulator Training: All students registered for 20 hours sessions will have to attend 1 session of Simulator prior to starting their practical training.
• Solo Training: This is mandatory for 20 hours sessions course and is optional for 15/10 hour session.
• Those who have a valid UAE Driving license from any Emirate other than Dubai need to get their driving file transferred from the other-emirate to Dubai RTA before opening a file for any other vehicle category.
• In case a student incurs a UAE traffic fine, they will not be eligible to enroll unless the fine is paid.
• Those who have opened any driving file before with other institutes should transfer their file. For more information please call 04-2631100.

DAY WEEKDAY TRAINING

Daily training:

1 hour per day and 6 hours per week (Only at main centers)

Alternate Day training:

1 hour per day - 3 hours per week (Only at main centers)

D-Course training:

2 hours per day; 6 hours per week (Main centers and training branches)

Flexible (Shift) training:

4 hours per day; 8 hours per week (main centers and training branches)

NIGHT WEEKDAY TRAINING

Daily night training:

1 hour per day; 6 hours per week (only main centers)

Alternate night training:

1 hour per day; 3 hours per week (only main centers)

K-Course night training: 

2 hours per day; 6 hours per week

WEEKEND TRAINING

Saturday and Sunday:

2 hours per day; 4 hours a week (only at main centers)

Only Saturday or Sunday:

2 hours per day; 2 hours per week (only at main centers)

Only Saturday or Sunday:

4 hours per day; 4 hours per week (only at main centers)

Terms and conditions apply. The timings are subject to change in Ramadan and Public Holidays.

Click here for a comparison of all car driving courses and click here for training timings of all courses.
 

Training Rules & Regulations:

• Always carry your Emirates ID, and RTA learning permit while attending the practical training, lectures, and tests.
   
• Please arrive 10 mins earlier than your practical training and tests.
   
• Should you fail to report within 10 minutes of your class, you’ll be marked as “ABSENT' and compensatory training will apply by paying for the absent class.
   
• Should you wish to temporarily stop your training, please inform us 48 hours in advance of your scheduled training to avoid absent fees. Please by a call on 04 2631100 or email at [email protected].
   
• Should you wish to stop the classes due to health issues, please inform us 48 hours in advance of your scheduled training to avoid absent fees. It is mandatory to submit a DHA attested medical certificate as proof of absenteeism. Please inform us by a call on 04 2631100 or email at [email protected].
   
• In case your instructor is absent, we will arrange a replacement instructor & should we fail to provide another instructor, your training will be extended accordingly.

All students who register for 20/15/10 hours must attend 8 theory lectures available on weekdays and Fridays. Lectures can be attended online lectures in English, Urdu or Arabic or at the main centers in Al Qusais and Al Quoz centers. 

NOTE: The students must bring the Emirates ID and RTA Learning Permit to attend the lectures.

Lecture Topics:
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 Road
Lecture 7 : Hazard and Emergencies
Lecture 8: Safety Demonstration

• Please ensure to attend 8 theory lectures before appearing for the RTA theory test. Now attend 8 lectures in English, Arabic, or Urdu via online lecture. Get your user guide here
• Joining Instructions with Terms and Conditions – click here to download
• EDI Trainee Rights & Responsibilities – click here to download
• Classroom lecture schedule - click here to download.

RTA's Remote Interpretation System (RIS)

The service provides a remote instant interpretation of driving theoretical tests, conducted by RTA, to driver license applicants for as many as 195 different languages. The step is part of RTA's endeavors to enrich the Smart City initiative and realize its third strategic goal - People's Happiness

How to use the RIS service?

• As per RTA guidelines, students have to submit an application for appointing an interpreter in the preferred language at the time of opening the RTA file and pay the applicable fees.
• This service cannot be added at a later stage while booking the Road Test.

Fees:  An additional fee of AED 420 will be charged for availing this service apart from the regular exam fee of AED 310.

Remember to:

• Obtain your RTA learner's permit prior to your first driving lesson and carry it with you throughout the training period. Renew the permit once it expires.
• Attend your first and all subsequent driving classes and tests with necessary lenses/ glasses.
• Not be absent from classes without informing the concerned reception staff 48 hours before class time or you will be charged for the classes.
• Clear outstanding dues to avoid delays in training or tests.

Please ensure to carry your Emirates ID, RTA learning permit and a male permit**at all times. 

**If a female student below 21 years wishes to be trained a male instructor, a male permit must be obtained for AED 10.