If you're a new resident in Abu Dhabi and considering replacing your foreign driving license with a UAE one, the process is incredibly straightforward. Fortunately, the Abu Dhabi government offers advanced electronic services to facilitate this process. In this article, we'll outline the steps to replace a foreign driving license in Abu Dhabi via the "TAMM" platform, along with the required documents and necessary conditions.
Steps to Replace a Foreign Driving License in Abu Dhabi via "TAMM"
Requesting the replacement of a foreign driving license via the "TAMM" platform is quick and easy. Through this service, individuals can request the replacement of driving licenses issued by specific countries and Gulf driving licenses with a UAE-issued license. This request can be completed through simple steps as follows
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Log in to the "TAMM" platform.
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From the homepage, select "Vehicle and Transportation".
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Under the "Driver's License Management" services bundle, choose "Replace Foreign Driving License".
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Enter details of the driving license such as "Country of Issuance" and the foreign license number.
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Attach a personal photo to be printed on the license.
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Upload the required documents.
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Pay the fees.
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Receive the new license via mail.
Required Documents
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Emirates ID.
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Legal translation of the foreign driving license.
Cost of Replacing a Foreign Driving License AED 600
Conditions for Applying for the Replacement of a Foreign Driving License
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Vision test.
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Original foreign driving license + legal translation.
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The license must be issued by a country eligible for replacement.
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Residency in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi.
Countries Whose Citizens Can Replace Their Licenses with a UAE License When Residing
Estonia, Albania, Portugal, China, Hungary, Greece, Ukraine, Bulgaria, Slovakia, Slovenia, Serbia, Cyprus, Latvia, Luxembourg, Lithuania, Malta, Iceland, Montenegro, United States of America, France, Japan, Belgium, Switzerland, Germany, Italy, Sweden, Ireland, Spain, Norway, New Zealand, Romania, Singapore, Hong Kong, Netherlands, Denmark, Austria, Finland, United Kingdom, Turkey, Canada, Poland, South Africa, Australia, South Korea.
Conclusion
Replacing a foreign driving license in Abu Dhabi is a quick and easy process using the "TAMM" platform. By preparing the required documents and following these simple steps, you can replace your foreign license with a UAE driving license.
