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Dubai driving licence renewal 2026
You can renew your Dubai driving licence in a few minutes on the RTA app — after a quick eye test. Here is what it costs and when to do it.
Checked October 2026
Renewal fee (21 and over)AED 300 + AED 20
Renewal fee (under 21)AED 100
Eye testrequired, about AED 140–180
Late fineAED 10 a month, up to AED 500
New licence valid for5 years for residents, 10 years for UAE/GCC citizens
When can I renew?
Drivers aged 21 and over can renew up to six months before the licence expires; drivers under 21 up to three months before. RTA counts the new validity from the day you renew.
What it costs
- AED 300 plus a AED 20 knowledge and innovation fee if you are 21 or over; AED 100 if you are under 21.
- An eye test at an RTA-approved optician or eye-test centre — about AED 140 to 180. The result is sent to RTA automatically.
- A late fine of AED 10 for every month after expiry, up to AED 500. A licence expired for more than 10 years needs an evaluation test.
How to renew on the RTA app
- Do the eye test.
- Make sure your Emirates ID is valid.
- Open the RTA Dubai app, scan the QR code on your licence or enter the licence details.
- Pay any traffic fines first.
- Check your details, choose delivery or pickup, and pay. The digital licence is ready at once in the app.
Tips
- Renew together with your Emirates ID dates in mind — an expired ID stops the renewal.
- Set a reminder two months before the expiry so you have time for the eye test.
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Questions
How much does it cost to renew a driving licence in Dubai?
AED 300 plus AED 20 for drivers aged 21 and over, or AED 100 for drivers under 21, plus an eye test of about AED 140–180 (September 2026).
Is there a fine for renewing a Dubai driving licence late?
Yes, AED 10 for every month after expiry, up to AED 500. It must be paid before the renewal.
How long is a renewed Dubai driving licence valid?
Five years for UAE residents and ten years for UAE and GCC citizens aged 21 and over; one year for drivers under 21.
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