# Dubai driving licence regulations and enforcement

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/dubai-driving-licence-regulations-and-enforcement
> Updated: 2026-10-16T10:21:28.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

Dubai maintains specific regulatory procedures for driving licence renewals through the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), including requirements for eye tests, Emirates ID, and fine payments. Renewal terms vary by age and nationality, with UAE and GCC citizens receiving 10-year licences while residents receive five-year licences.

Following these established protocols, Dubai Police recently dismantled a fraud scheme that bypassed these safety standards. Eight suspects were arrested for allegedly operating a service that allowed individuals to illegally convert foreign driving licences into UAE licences without undergoing mandatory practical tests or lessons. The group reportedly charged Dh10,000 per licence, exploiting international exchange agreements to place unqualified drivers on the road.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-16: Dubai Police dismantle driving licence fraud scheme

Dubai Police arrested eight suspects for running a fraud scheme that used fake foreign driving licences to bypass UAE testing requirements via international exchange agreements.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/dubai-police-dismantle-driving-licence-fraud-scheme

### 2026-09-22: Dubai driving licence renewal requirements and procedures

Dubai driving licence holders can renew via RTA apps, websites, or self-service machines. Requirements include a valid Emirates ID, eye test, and fine clearance, with validity periods varying by residency.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/dubai-driving-licence-renewal-requirements-and-procedures

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