Be it Ajman, Dubai or any other emirate in the UAE, it is mandatory to have a driving licence to drive your vehicle freely around the city. Also, if you have an Ajman driving licence, you can easily enrol in any driving school and learn how to drive. However, getting a driving licence can become difficult, especially when applying for the first time. In this guide, we have compiled all the information that might help you understand the procedure to get a driving licence in Ajman.
Who Can Get an Ajman Driving Licence?
There is a set of eligibility criteria to apply for a driving licence in the UAE.
- If you are 17 years old, then you can apply for a motorcycle licence and a vehicle for people with special needs
- You can apply for light vehicles if you are 18 years or older
- The minimum age is 20 years for applying for the driving licence of heavy vehicles
- 21 years or older can apply for a bus driving licence
Documents Needed for Ajman Driving Licence UAE
The documents required to apply for the driving licence in Ajman include:
- Original Emirates ID Card and a copy
- Two photographs
- Latest eye test report
- Copy of passport
- Copy of residence visa page
- NOC from the sponsor (if needed)
Ajman Driving Licence Fees
The file opening fee for light vehicles is AED 300 and you have to pay AED 100 as a medical fee. Also, the initial registration fee is AED 100. Other charges are:
- Issuance driving licence for light vehicles: AED 200
- Renew driving licence for light vehicles: AED 125
- Add category to the driving licence: AED 100
- Issuance driving licence for heavy cars: AED 200
- Renew driving licence for heavy cars: AED 125
- Issuance driving licence for light mechanical vehicle: AED 200
- Renew driving licence for light mechanical vehicle: AED 125
- Issuance driving licence for motorcycle: AED 200
- Renew driving licence for motorcycle: AED 125
So, the total driving licence cost in Ajman is around AED 4,500 to AED 7,000 if you clear all the tests in the first attempt. Also, The driving licence cost depends on the RTA certified driving school you choose.
List of Ajman Driving Licence Schools
You can find several driving schools in Ajman, the popular ones are:
Ajman Driving Academy
- Location: Garden City Tower A5, Sheikh Ammar Bin Humaid Street
- Contact: +971 6 7400093
- Opening hours: 01:00 pm to 07:00 pm Sunday to Thursday
Al Saqar Driving School
- Location: Naumia Towers, Al Nuaimia 1
- Contact: +971-55-839-9690
- Opening hours: 24 hours
Emirates Driving Institute
- Location: Between Harmain Perfumes & Carrefour, City Center Ajman
- Contact: +971-6-748-4290
- Opening hours: Saturday to Thursday: 10:00 am to 10:00 pm | Friday: 10:00 am to 12:00 am
Al Themar Driving School
- Location: Opposite Rashidiya Park for Ladies and Children (Old Ladies Park Ajman), Near Al Omran Rent A Car
- Contact: +971-50-697-1326
- Opening hours: 08:30 am to 10:00 pm
Metro Driving School
- Location: Shop No.1, Sheikh Abdullah Bin Rashid Street, Next to Omar Bakery
- Contact: +971-55-464-5540
- Opening hours: Saturday to Thursday 07:30 am to 09:00 pm
Arabian Driving School
- Location: Al Bustan 1
- Contact: +971-6-744-6953
- Opening hours: 08:30 am to 10:00 pm
How to Apply For Driving Licence in Ajman
Here is the complete procedure to apply for a driving licence in Ajman UAE.
Open a File
As we have already discussed, opening a file is one of the first and foremost steps to get a driving licence in Ajman. Initially, you have to open a file with the Ministry of Interior to get a driving licence. Once you get all the mentioned documents, submit them and start the procedure.
Get an Eye Test Done
After opening the file, get your eye test done from the certified eye clinic and attach the reports along with the other mentioned documents.
Lectures
Enrol yourself at any of the aforementioned driving schools and attend all the theory and practical classes there. The eight driving lectures are available in English, Arabic and Urdu.
- 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
Take Theory Test
The driving schools in Ajman also conduct theory classes where you can learn all about driving techniques, signals, signs and get knowledge about driving hazards.
Parking Test
Next comes the parking test, divided into several steps: hill driving, emergency brakes, parallel parking, angle parking (60 degrees) and garage parking (90 degrees). If a candidate fails the parking test five times consecutively, then they will have to appear for the internal assessment once again.
Road and Assessment Test
This is the last or of the most crucial steps for getting a driving licence in Ajman. The driving school of your choice will prepare you for the road test. As for the final assessment, the internal examiner will assess your eligibility for appearing in the road test. Once you clear the test, the traffic department will give you a driving licence.
Once you will fulfill all the Ajman driving licence requirements, it’s time to understand the driving rules. If you are a beginner, here is a complete guide to learning the driving rules in the UAE.
This ends our guide on all about getting an Ajman driving licence. Moreover, here are the important details about Ajman driving licence renewal. We hope that whenever you plan to buy a used car in Ajman, this guide will help you in getting a driving licence hassle-free.
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