Heavy Bus

MANDATORY DOCUMENTS

1. Original Emirates ID or a digital copy of the latest Emirates ID from the ICA app
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.

ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS FOR:

Customers holding Partner visa:

1. Copy of a valid UAE trade license 

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 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

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You may register at any EDI branch located across Dubai; Click here to locate the nearest branch

EDI offers a variety of training course options to choose from. Based on your flexibility , you can choose from  the following - 

Regular Course

1 hour 3 days a week (3 hours training)
2 hours 3 days a week (6 hours training)
1 hours 6 days a week (6 hours training)

3 days a week: Mon-Wed-Fri  OR  Sun-Tue -Thurs

6 days a week: Sun - Fri

Saturday Course    

Students can take their training only on Saturday (2 hours every Saturday). Heavy Bus driving license course can be taken from the Al Qusais and Al Quoz main centers.
Training Timings 
•    The training timings are from 08:30am to 05:00pm with a break of two hours during the day between 1:15pm to 3:00pm.
•    We also have training classes on Saturday from 07:00 am to 4:00 pm with breaks in between the classes.
•    All vehicles are provided by the institute. 

 

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 the Heavy Bus driving license Course must attend 8 lectures available on weekdays and Saturdays. Lectures can be attended online in English, Urdu or Arabic or at the main centers in Al Qusais or 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 risk
Lecture 4.    Driver condition
Lecture 5.    Driving environment
Lecture 6.    Rules of road
Lecture 7.    Hazards and Emergencies
Lecture 8.    Your Vehicle

Rules of Attendance

• Please ensure you have attended all 8 lectures before attending the theory test, practical driving classes. Now you can also attend online lectures in English, Arabic & Urdu. Click here for the user guide.
• Click here for the classroom lecture schedule.

  Lecture No.	Language
  Lecture 1	English, Arabic & Urdu
  Lecture 2	English, Arabic & Urdu
  Lecture 3	English, Arabic & Urdu
  Lecture 4	English, Arabic & Urdu
  Lecture 5	English, Arabic & Urdu
  Lecture 6	English, Arabic & Urdu
  Lecture 7	English, Arabic & Urdu
  Lecture 8	English, Arabic & Urdu

• Joining Instructions with 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 in 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 RIS service can be availed?

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 400 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.
• Make proper payments for training and tests on time to avoid unnecessary problems/delays