How to Renew a Driving License in Dubai | Steps, Documents, and Costs Renewing a driving license in Dubai is one of the simplest services residents can perform. If you live in Dubai and your license is about to expire, don't miss this guide. Read on for everything you need to know about the required documents, costs, renewal methods, and the locations of automated machines. This guide is prepared for all residents of Dubai – from those under 21 years old to the elderly – and will help you easily renew your license. Why is having a license important in Dubai? After the Emirates ID, a driving license is one of the most important documents for residents of Dubai. Having a license makes commuting outside of public transport routes and hours easier. To find more job opportunities, a driving license is considered an important asset. Required Documents for License Renewal For all nationalities: Valid Emirates ID Vision test Health test (only for driver jobs) Costs of Driving License Renewal For individuals under 21 years: Renewal fee: 100 AED Knowledge and Innovation fee: 20 AED Vision test: 140 to 180 AED Mobile service: 500 AED (optional) For individuals 21 years and older: Renewal fee: 300 AED Other costs similar to above Methods for Renewing a License in Dubai You can use the following methods: Official RTA website RTA app or Dubai Now Automated machines Driving schools Locations of Automated License Renewal Machines Um Ramool Customer Service Center Deira, Al Barsha, Al Manara, Al Tawaar, Al Kifaf Al Tawaar Registration, Al Barsha Registration Including Muhaisnah, Tamam, Al Qusais, Wasl Al Jaddaf Steps for Driving License Renewal Vision test at RTA-approved centers Log into the RTA website or app with your Emirates ID or UAE Pass Select the 'License Renewal' option Pay the fees and fines Receive a digital copy (and if needed, a physical copy delivered to your address) What if I return to the Emirates after years, how do I renew my license? If your Emirates driving license is about to expire, renewing it is very easy, whether you do it in person or online, the entire process takes no more than a few minutes. However, what happens if your license expired years ago? For example, someone who lived in the Emirates years ago and had a license, then left the country and returned after a while (say 10 years), can they renew their license or do they have to go through the training course again and apply for a new license? Although the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has an online license renewal service, if more than 10 years have passed since your license expired, you will need to take a city test to renew it. First, let's take a look at what happens if you do not renew your license on time. Online License Renewal Regardless of how long it has been since your license expired, you can apply for renewal online. If less than 10 years have passed since the expiration date of your license, you only need to pay the late fee, which has a ceiling of 500 AED. If more than 10 years have passed since the expiration date of your license, you will also need to upload a passing certificate from the city test. Once all your documents are complete, follow these steps for online renewal: 1) Log into your account on the RTA website or create a new account with your email address and mobile number. 2) Go to the following link: https://www.rta.ae/wps/portal/rta/ae/home/rta-services/service-details?serviceId=3704299&lang=en 3) Click on the 'Apply Now' option. 4) Then enter your file number to access the renewal portal. 5) Upload the required documents. 6) Pay the necessary fees. 7) At this stage, you will receive a temporary license via email that you can print and use until you receive the original license. The original license can be obtained through: Customer Happiness Centers in Deira and Al Barsha By courier for a fee of 25 AED.