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Access official government portals and services for all your transportation needs in the UAE
Easy license conversion for eligible countries, or comprehensive training for new drivers
Citizens from these countries can convert their license with just an eye test (no driving test required):
Note for Other Countries:
If your country isn't listed, you'll need to complete driving lessons and pass the UAE driving test. Contact us for guidance on the process!
Visit an approved optical center for your eye test
Cost: AED 100-150
Valid for 60 days
Submit documents at your local RTA center
Pay the license fees and collect your UAE license
Total Cost: AED 500-800
Includes all fees
Eye Test
AED 100-150
Application Fee
AED 200
License Issue
AED 300
Knowledge Test (if req.)
AED 200
Processing time: 1-3 days for eligible countries
Modern, efficient, and affordable public transportation across major Emirates
The backbone of Dubai's public transport
Lines
Red & Green
Stations
75+ Stations
Operating Hours
5 AM - 12 AM
Starting From
AED 3
Red Nol Card
Single journey, disposable
AED 4 per trip
Silver Nol Card
Rechargeable, most popular
AED 25 (AED 19 credit + AED 6 card)
Gold Nol Card
First class travel
AED 25 + double fare
Blue Nol Card
Personalized, for students/seniors
Discounted fares
Dubai Bus
Extensive network connecting metro stations and neighborhoods
From AED 3 per trip
Dubai Tram
Connects Marina, JBR, and Media City
From AED 3 per trip
Water Bus & Abra
Traditional and modern water transport across Dubai Creek
AED 1 (Abra) - AED 50 (Water Taxi)
RTA Taxi
Metered taxis available 24/7
AED 12 starting fare + AED 2.82/km
Modern bus network and integrated transport system
Extensive bus network covering Abu Dhabi city and outskirts
From AED 2 per trip
Smart card for all Abu Dhabi public transport
Rechargeable & convenient
Official Abu Dhabi taxi service
AED 12 starting + AED 2.67/km
Most popular ride-hailing app in UAE
Global ride-sharing service
Official Dubai taxi app
Budget-friendly option
Everything you need to know about vehicle ownership, registration, and insurance
Full ownership
Pros
Cons
Typical Costs (New Car)
Monthly payments
Pros
Cons
Typical Monthly Costs
Purchase or receive vehicle with all documents
Mandatory comprehensive or third-party insurance
Pass RTA vehicle inspection (for used cars)
Submit documents to RTA center
Receive registration card and license plates
Mandatory for all vehicles - choose the right coverage
Basic legal requirement - covers damage to other vehicles and injuries to others
Typical Cost:
AED 500 - 1,000 / year
Full coverage - protects your vehicle and others
Typical Cost (based on car value):
2-5% of car value / year
Example: AED 2,000 - 5,000/year for 100k car
AXA
AIG
Oman Insurance
Dubai Islamic
RSA Insurance
AED 3,000-6,000
Based on 20,000 km/year
AED 2,000-5,000
Comprehensive coverage
AED 2,000-4,000
Service & repairs
AED 400-600
Annual RTA fees
Total Estimated Annual Cost
AED 7,400 - 15,600
Varies by vehicle type and usage
Our team can guide you through license conversion, vehicle registration, and all transportation needs
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