Obtaining a motorcycle license in the UAE requires theoretical training, practice and passing exams, but opens the door to mobility in urban traffic.
Motorcycle license in UAE
Obtaining a motorcycle license in the UAE is a process that includes theoretical and practical training, passing exams and meeting a number of formal requirements. First, you need to open a case at one of the licensed training centers, such as the Emirates Driving Institute, Galadari Motor Driving Centre or Belhasa Driving Center. The candidate must provide a passport with a visa, Emirates ID and several photographs. The cost of the course varies depending on the number of lessons and the city, on average reaching from 4,500 to 7,000 dirhams.
After registration, the student takes a theoretical course, which covers the basics of traffic rules, motorcycle design, safety rules and behavior in emergency situations. The training is accompanied by tests, the results of which determine whether or not the transition to the next stage is allowed. Only after successfully completing the theoretical part can you begin practical training on the site and in real traffic conditions.
The practical part consists of several stages: basic maneuvers, driving on a training ground, then participation in road traffic. To be admitted to the final exam, you must accumulate a sufficient number of driving hours. The exam includes a demonstration of motorcycle control skills on a training ground, and then a trip to the city with an instructor.
It is important to note that persons under 17 cannot obtain a motorcycle license, and holders of a Category B (car) driving license are not exempt from motorcycle training. After successfully passing the exams, the license is issued by the relevant road authority of the emirate - RTA in Dubai, ADT in Abu Dhabi, etc.
In recent years, motorcycles have become increasingly popular as a means of transport in the UAE, particularly in Dubai, where traffic jams and high parking costs make two-wheeled transport a cost-effective alternative. However, it is important to remember that the rules are strictly enforced: failure to hold a valid driver's license can result in a fine of up to Dh3,000 and the confiscation of the motorcycle.
According to Gulf News, the UAE is seeing a rise in women learning to ride motorcycles, as well as the growth of scooter rental and delivery bike services, making getting a motorcycle license particularly relevant in a rapidly evolving urban mobility environment.
