A customized driving course is provided for the People of Determination by using adapted vehicles with hand controls for waist and below disability. The process is mentioned below:

Step 1: To obtain Fit-To-Drive Certificate from Rashid Hospital, students should collect issuance letter by visiting EDI main centers in Al Qusais and AL Quoz at a cost of AED 70.

Step 2: A medical report from the Physical, Medicine, and Rehabilitation (PMR) department at the Rashid Hospital Dubai must be submitted. Please contact the reception of PMR department to get the report. The medical report will be issued after conducting the assessment with a prior appointment. 

Step 3: Please send the medical report at [email protected] for processing purposes.

50% discount on RTA fees & VIP services available for all Sanad card holders. 

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REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

  1. Original Emirates ID
  2. Original driving license* issued from other countries of the same vehicle category (if any) to determine 20/15/10 hours course.

*Note: The hologram on the driving license must be visible. If the driving license is not in English or Arabic, please legally translate your driving license from a legal translation typing office in Dubai. Letter from the consulate of your country in case this license is lost will be accepted.

  1. Electronic Eye test- This eye test service is available at the Institute’s main centers or RTA-approved eye test centers in Dubai.

 

ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS (Case wise) for :

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

A no-objection letter signed by the sponsor 

  1. Driver visa holders under any category require:

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

 

For residents with visas issued in the other emirates, one of the following

  1. Copy of the tenancy agreement approved by ejari or copy of the Title Deed as a proof of residence
  2. Copy of the company's trade licence (Dubai branch and the branch that issued the residency)
  3. Letter from the company certifying that the customer works in Dubai
  4. An official document proving that you are currently a student in Dubai.

 

For diplomats

  1. Copy of the diplomatic passport
  2. Original Emirates ID, if any
  3. A copy of the valid diplomatic card for embassies, consulates and international organisations instead of the Emirates ID
  4. A copy of a letter from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs valid for at least 6 months from the date of submission.

 

For People of Determination

  1. Copy of the certificate of transfer to the doctor issued by the Licensing Agency

Note: The customer should refer to Rashid Hospital for the medical test.

  1. Sanad Card from Community Development Authority or People of Determination card.

 

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 the Emirati passport holder who is the son of an Emirati woman

  1. Copy of the valid passport
  2. Valid letter from the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs stating that the customer's mother is Emirati

 

For golden residency holders who have a driver licence from their countries

  1. A copy of the customer previous valid driving license
  2. Knowledge test and Road test results.

20 hours of training (beginner)

Training Courses Normal package
Limited training & tests*
Fixed package
Unlimited training & tests**
Regular Training AED 3300 AED 7200
RTA fees of AED 810 included in the prices above
Shift Training 
(Flexible Timings)
AED 4660 AED 9300
RTA fees of AED 810 included in the prices above
Package information

*Normal package includes:

  • Free theory lectures
  • 50% off on RTA fees
  • 50% off on EDI fees
  • One theory test, parking test,
    initial driver assessment test & road test.

Additional fees apply from the second test onwards.

(5% VAT and Eye test not included)

*Fixed package includes:

  • 10% registration discount
  • Eye test
  • 50% off on RTA fees
  • 50% off on EDI fees
  • Unlimited training & tests until pass

(5% VAT not included)

 
Click here for the detailed fee structure


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

Training Courses Normal package
Limited training & tests*
Fixed package
Unlimited training & tests**
Regular Training AED 2975 AED 6900
RTA fees of AED 810 included in the prices above
Shift Training 
(Flexible Timings)
AED 3575 AED 9000
RTA fees of AED 810 included in the prices above
Package information

*Normal package includes:

  • Free theory lectures
  • 50% off on RTA fees
  • 50% off on EDI fees
  • One theory test, parking test,
    initial driver assessment test & road test.

Additional fees apply from the second test onwards.

(5% VAT and Eye test not included)

*Fixed package includes:

  • 10% registration discount
  • Eye test
  • 50% off on RTA fees
  • 50% off on EDI fees
  • Unlimited training & tests until pass

(5% VAT not included)


Click here for the detailed fee structure

 

10 hours of training (valid driving license holders over 5 years)

Training Courses Normal package
Limited training & tests*
Fixed package
Unlimited training & tests**
Regular Training AED 2650 AED 6720
RTA fees of AED 810 included in the prices above
Shift Training 
(Flexible Timings)
AED 3050 AED 8700
RTA fees of AED 810 included in the prices above
Package information

*Normal package includes:

  • Free theory lectures
  • 50% off on RTA fees
  • 50% off on EDI fees
  • One theory test, parking test,
    initial driver assessment test & road test.

Additional fees apply from the second test onwards.

(5% VAT and Eye test not included)

*Fixed package includes:

  • 10% registration discount
  • Eye test
  • 50% off on RTA fees
  • 50% off on EDI fees
  • Unlimited training & tests until pass

(5% VAT not included)


Click here for the detailed fee structure
 

IMPORTANT!  

  • Students enrolling for this course must hold a Sanad card
  • The students must submit a medical certificate from the approved hospitals stating that the student is fit to avail the driving training.
  • RTA fees subject to change
  • An additional fee of AED 320 is applicable for an early booking of any RTA test.
  • The above fees cannot be used in conjunction with any other promotions/offer/discount, except the full payment offer.

Emirates Driving Institute provides specially adapted vehicles with hand controls for training. The training location for this course is Al Qusais only.


For training course timings, please click here.

Click here for step-by-step journey when taking your driving license with us.

 

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 Saturdays. Lectures can be attended online (e-lectures) in English, Urdu or Arabic or at the Al Qusais and Al Quoz centers. 

Please note that it is mandatory for all students to bring their Emirates ID and Learning Permit for the lectures.

•    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

Rules of Attendance

  • Please ensure you have attended all 8 lectures before you book your theory test, practical driving classes. Now you can also take all 8 lectures in English, Arabic & Urdu via online lectures. Click here to see the user guide.
  • Click here for the classroom lecture schedule.
  • 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 remote instant interpretation of driving theoretical tests, conducted by RTA, to driver license applicants in different languages. Click here to view list of available languages

The step is part of RTA's endeavours to enrich the Smart City initiative and realise 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 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 learners 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 the class time or you will be charged for the classes.
•    Make proper payments for training and tests on time to avoid unnecessary problems/delays.

Tests Examined by Ways to apply Note:
Test 1: RTA Knowledge Test RTA
  • EDI call center (04 2631100) or
  • Test department staff at the EDI main centers
  • The test can be booked from 8 am to 4:15 pm; Saturday to Thursday.
  • The test can be attended only at the main centers (Al Qusais or Al Qouz). The test center will be based on the location chosen at the time of registration.
Test 2: Initial Driver Assessment Test EDI EDI call center, main centres or branches The test date will be based on the training course and location chosen; i.e. the regular course students will attend the test from Saturday to Thursday at the training location and the Friday/weekend course students will attend only on Friday at the training location.
 
Test 3: Yard Assessment Test EDI EDI call center, main centres or branches
  • The test can be attended only at Al Qusais or Al Quoz main centers.
  • Please arrive 30 mins earlier than the test time in the Smart Yard at the respective training center.
Test 4: RTA Yard test RTA
  • EDI call center (04 2631100) or
  • Test department staff at the EDI main centers
  • The test can be attended only at Al Qusais or Al Quoz main centers.
  • Please arrive 30 mins earlier than the test time in the Smart Yard at the respective training center.
Test 5: RTA Road test RTA
  • Book through the smart screen at EDI main centers
  • The test can be attended from 7:30 am to 3:25 pm;  Sunday to Thursday
  • Extra charge applies for attending the test on Saturday.
  • Please arrive 30 mins earlier than the test time at the respective training center.