How to get a license in Abu Dhabi

First you need an Abu Dhabi residence in your passport.

If you have a valid license from your home country such as UK, USA you will then need it translated to Arabic.

Next you need an eye test. You can get this from a retailer such as Yateem or go get it done day of at the license office.

Next you need a color copy of your passport & residence page.

If you have a Dubai residence bring your rental contract and NOC from your company.

You will need your Emirates I'd

Your actual passport.

200 dis in cash

You get in line. Turn in all of your documents.

They take your photo.

Pay your fee.

Halas, now you can drive. No more taxis. Yay!!!

License office is located near Mushrif Mall. All taxi drivers will know this.