MANDATORY DOCUMENTS

1. Original Emirates ID or soft copy of latest Emirates ID from the ICA app
2. A valid visa issued in Dubai and a copy of the visa page
3. The eye test must be completed before the RTA file opening at any of EDI’s main centers (Al Qusais or Al Quoz) or at RTA authorized optical centers in Dubai.
4. Letter or Student ID from any university/school (only if the profession is not mentioned clearly on the visa)
5. Original driving license issued from other country within the same vehicle category (if any): 
   • In case your driving license is not in English or Arabic, please legally translate your driving license only from Dubai.
   • In case of a lost driving license, please seek a letter from the consulate 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:

1. Copy of a valid UAE trade license 

UAE Marsoom / Bedouin:

1. Valid and original marsoom letter
2. Valid and original passport 
3. One passport size photograph
4. Eye test report

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)

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 clearly 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

Car Driving Course

20 hours of car training  (Beginner)

Click here for the detailed fee structure.

15 hours of car training (driving license issued from other countries within 2 - 5 years)

Click here for the detailed fee structure.

10 hours of car training (driving license issued from other countries over 5 years)

Click here for the detailed fee structure.


 

Motorcycle riding course

15 hours of motorcycle training (beginner)

Click here for the detailed fee structure.

8 hours of motorcycle training (riding license issued from other countries)

Click here for the detailed fee structure.

Register at any EDI branch located across Dubai; Click here to locate the branch nearest to you!

Shift training (As per your convenience): ​Max 4 hours of training in a day or 8 hours of training in a week

• Timings: 8:25 am – 5:30 pm
• Days: Sunday to Thursday:
• Location: Al Qusais or Al Quoz main centers

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.
   
• EDI will not provide motorcycle gears to the stuents following the safety precautions during COVID-19.
   
• Students must purchase and carry their personal motorcycle gears (helmet, knee pad, elbow and knee guard & safety jacket).

All students who register for 20/15/10 hours must attend 8 theory lectures available on weekdays and Fridays. 

The students must carry the Emirates ID and RTA Learning Permit to attend the lectures.

Lecture Topics:

Lecture 1: Attitude & 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 all 8 lectures before booking the RTA theory test.

How do I attend the lectures?
You can now attend online lectures in English, Arabic, or Urdu at your comfort! Click here to know how to access the e-lectures on your EDI Student Portal.

Do you have classroom lectures?
Yes! For students who wish to attend classroom lectures before appearing for the RTA theory test, can attend the lectures in English, Urdu & Arabic languages. Click here to download the classroom lecture schedule.

• Read your joining instructions in EDI and the terms and conditions – click here to download
• EDI Trainee Rights & Responsibilities – 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 before your first lesson and ensure carry throughout the training journey.
• Always remember the expiry date on the RTA Learner's Permit and ensure to renew the permit to avoid interruption in your training.
• Attend your first and all subsequent driving classes and tests with necessary lenses/ glasses.
• In case you are unable to attend the training, please ensure to inform the concerned staff in 48 hours in advance of your scheduled training. If unable to do so, the training fee will be applied. 
• Complete your payments on time to ensure seamless training and tests 

You must book & attend each test by the RTA & EDI to ensure to get your UAE driver's license.

Take a look at the process of applying for each test & its location.