Your Guide to Get Driving License in Qatar

 

 

Citizens and foreigners are not allowed to drive in Qatar without a driving license or they will be subject to driving penalties depending on Qatar Traffic Law. The conditions for applying for a driving license in Qatar vary according to many criteria. For example, the conditions for obtaining a driving license for citizens are different from foreigners or people with special needs.

 

It is agreed that the driving test must be passed so that the person can obtain a driving license. What is the driving test in Qatar and the conditions for passing it?

 

A person must pass a theoretical and practical test to pass the driving test in order to be able to apply for a license. A person with a driving license from a foreign legal authority or a military driving license may be exempt from the test.

 

Theoretical test:

The test is in Arabic and it is about traffic rules, signs and principles in automotive mechanics. Applicants who are not familiar with the Arabic language can provide the theoretical test orally.

 

Practical Test:

In the event that the applicant passes the theoretical test, he or she will be given a practical test to examine his or her ability to drive in all circumstances. The test shall be carried out on a vehicle of the type of vehicle submitted for a driving license.

 

Further reading: Your Guide to Get Driving License in Qatar

 

What is the driving license fee in Qatar?

 

The fees for obtaining a driving license for Qataris are QR 500 and valid for 10 years. The non-Qatari fees are QR 250 and valid for 5 years, which does not include any additional tests such as driving and vision tests.

 

What are the general requirements for applying for a driving license in Qatar?

 

• The applicant must be a resident of Qatar.
• The applicant must be at least 18 years old to drive a light vehicle or motorcycle and 21 years for heavy vehicles.
• Fitness
• Passing the driving test

 

You can apply for a Qatari driving license in an easy way. All you have to do is print the applicationform in Arabic, fill it out and submit it with a number of documents that we will mention at the General Directorate of Traffic in Khalifa City from 7 am to 11 am and from 4 pm to 7 pm all days of the week except Friday.

 

What are Qataris requirements to get a driving license in Qatar?

 

• Applicants must be of legal age to drive which is 18 for light vehicles and motors and 21 for heavy vehicles.
• ID card and a copy of it.
• Driving learning deposit (3 months) for those who wish to learn to drive using a private car.
• 3 colored photos.

 

What are Non-Qataris requirements to get a driving license in Qatar?

 

• Applicants must be of legal age to drive which is 18 for light vehicles and motors and 21 for heavy vehicles.
• ID card or passport and a copy.
• A copy of the ID card of the sponsor.
• A letter from the sponsor to approve the request for a new license.
• 3 recent colored photographs.

 

What are diplomats and officials of international missions requirements to get a driving license in Qatar? It is worth mentioning that their application is for free.

 

• A letter of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs
• A copy of the diplomatic card
• Original license
• 3 recent colored photographs.

 

Further reading: Failing your driving test? These signs are the reason

 

What are disabled requirements to get a driving license in Qatar?

 

• People with disability will be referred to  the medical services authority to write a report for the traffic department
• After the acceptance of the medical report, a license will be granted according to the appraisal. 
   

 

Types of Driving Licenses in Qatar:

 

1. License for one week:

Foreigners from abroad can drive for one week if they have a driving license approved by the country from which they came.

2. Temporary license for 3 months:

Foreign applicants can also apply for a 3-month temporary driving license by filling out the application form and submitting documents such as: an approved driving license, passport copy and 2 colored photographs.

3. International driving license for 6 months:

Non-Qataris can drive for an international driving license for 6 months from the date of entry into Qatar.

4. Qatar Driving License:

Procedures for applying for a Qatari driving license are listed above.

 

Renewing Driving License in Qatar:

 

Do not forget to renew your driving license before it is due, otherwise it will be canceled and you will be subject to legal liability. You can renew your driving license easily electronically and also via Matras 2 app.

 

Further reading: New vehicle renewal service was launched on Metrash2

 

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