If you are thinking about renewing your International Indian Driving Licence in the UAE, we have got you covered. Let us take you through the process in detail.
How to renew an Indian driving licence in the UAE
Earlier in 2021, the Indian Embassy in Abu Dhabi announced that the International Driving Permit (IDP) issued to Indian expats can now be renewed in the UAE. Previously, the process could only be handled by the relevant authorities in India, whereas, the Indian Embassies abroad were not offering licence renewal service. Nevertheless, now it is possible to renew an Indian international driving licence in the UAE. With many people moving from India to Dubai, the licence renewal facility provides great ease to the users.
Now, Indian embassies based abroad facilitate the issuance of an International Driving Permit (IDP) in coordination with the Ministry of Transport and Highways (MoRTH).
Process of renewing an international Indian driving licence
Follow these step to IOndian driving licence renewal in the UAE:
- Visit the Indian embassy located in Abu Dhabi
- You can visit the embassy from Sunday to Thursday between 8:30 am to 12:30 pm for India driving licence renewal
- Carry important documents including your passport, expired international Indian driving licence and your IDP number
- After physical verification, you will be asked to fill out the miscellaneous consular service form (EAP- II)
- Next, you will visit the IVS office to submit the documents
- You will be charged AED 40 for consular service and AED 8 as Indian Community Welfare Fund (ICWF) charge
- Next, upload relevant documents with the receipt issued by the mission on the official website and pay the required fee on the portal
- The licencing authority (MoRTH) will receive the licence renewal request through the portal
- After verifying the document, the MoRTH will courier the IDP directly to the applicant’s residential address in the UAE
Besides, here is a guide on the online driving licence renewal process for all emirates.
FAQs
Can I renew my Indian driving license from abroad?
Indian Nationals living abroad (NRIs) can renew their international Indian driving licence through their embassies or missions stationed abroad.
Is Indian international driving license valid in UAE?
You cannot drive in the UAE with a regular Indian licence but if you have a valid international Indian driving licence you can drive in the UAE.
How long does the renewal process for an international Indian driving license take?
The renewal process for an international Indian driving license in the UAE typically takes a few weeks, as the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) in India verifies documents and sends the renewed license via courier.
What happens if my international Indian driving license expires while I’m in the UAE?
If your international Indian driving license expires while in the UAE, you cannot legally drive and may face fines and vehicle confiscation and black points on your record. Renewing through the Indian Embassy in Abu Dhabi is possible, requiring specific documents and forms.
That is all about renewing an international Indian driving licence in the UAE. On a totally different note, if you have a Dubai licence and its near expiry, go through this guide on renewing your Dubai licence. Moreover, here’s how to get an international driving licence in Dubai.
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