How To Issue Driving License in Saudi Arabia

Updated: Jul 22, 2025, 10:13 AM
How To Issue Driving License in Saudi Arabia

Being able to issue a driving license is one of the most important services provided by the Saudi government to citizens and residents. Beneficiaries can access this service by using Absher platform, where they can get their license online without having to visit the departments. But the question here is: how to get a driving license in Saudi Arabia? or what is the procedure to get driving license?

Driving Licence Requirements & Conditions

Issuing Private Driving License for Saudis

  • Applicant must be at least 18 years old
  • Submit a medical check-up report
  • Submit a copy of the Civil Affairs ID
  • Provide six (4x6 cm) photos
  • Pay the fees

Issuing Public Driving License for Saudis

  • Applicant must be at least 21 years old
  • Applicant's occupation must require a Public Driving License
  • Submit a medical check-up report
  • Provide six photos (4x6 cm)
  • Submit a copy of the family record or a report from the Civil Affairs Office confirming occupation (if single)
  • Applicant must have no criminal record
  • Pay the fees
  • Provide a reference letter if employed by a government entity

Issuing Motorcycle Driving License (Saudis – Non-Saudis)

  • Applicant must be at least 16 years old
  • Complete the required form
  • Provide four (4x6 cm) photos
  • Submit a copy of the Civil Affairs ID for Saudis
  • Submit copies of Iqama and passport for Non-Saudis
  • Submit a letter fro m the guardian
  • Pay the fees
  • Provide a Certificate of Good Conduct from an official authority
  • Submit an approved ID letter

Issuing Heavy Vehicle Driving License (Saudis – Non-Saudis)

  • Complete the required form
  • Provide four (4x6 cm) photos
  • Submit an ID letter from an official authority
  • Pay the fees
  • Non-Saudis must provide a sponsor’s ID letter
  • Applicant’s job must allow driving heavy vehicles

How to get Saudi driving license

Driving license issue can be done in Saudi Arabia for residents and citizens by following these steps:

  1. Apply for one of the available driving schools in KSA. Check out the best driving schools in Dammam
  2. Fill out the registration form with all of the required information
  3. You will receive a confirming message as soon as they accept your application
  4. You must pass the theory test and the practical driving test 
  5. Enter your Absher account 
  6. Click on my services 
  7. Choose Inquiries
  8. Click on Muroor 
  9. Click on Inquire driver's license information
  10. Fill in your National ID or residency number + Birth Date 
  11. Click on view to track your driver's license status 

Saudi driving license Fees

Licence Type Fees
Private Driving Licence 40 SAR
Public Driving Licence 40 SAR
Temporary Driving Permit 100 SAR
Heavy Vehicle Driving License 100 SAR
Motorcycle Driving License 20 SAR

How to Book an Appointment to Issue a Driving License

  1. Log in to your Absher account
  2. Enter the verification code
  3. Click on "My Services"
  4. Select "Traffic"
  5. Choose "Issue Driving License"
  6. Click on "Proceed to Service"
  7. Book a new appointment
  8. Select the type of service
  9. Choose the region
  10. Click "Next"
  11. Select a driving school
  12. Click "Next"
  13. Choose an appointment
  14. Confirm the appointment details

How to Get a Driving Licence Medical Check Online

  1. Log in to your Absher account
  2. Click on "E-Services"
  3. Select "Traffic"
  4. Then choose "Appointments"
  5. Click on "Book a New Appointment"
  6. Select a suitable time
  7. Choose the nearest Muroor office
  8. Confirm the appointment to receive a ticket
  9. Complete the medical examination by visiting the Muroor branch you chose

Driving License Status Check

Getting driving license in saudi arabia requires tracking your driving license status. That can be done by logging into your Absher account, selecting "Public Query Driving License" and then filling out the required information to check the application status as well as license details.

Driving License Pickup Steps

  1. Log in to the Absher platform
  2. Click on "Traffic Services"
  3. Select "Public Query Driving License"
  4. Make sure the license is ready for pickup
  5. Pick up the license either from the driving school you joined, a traffic office branch, or choose delivery via Saudi Post (SPL) for an additional fee

Frequent Questions

How to get driving license in Riyadh?

  1. Check the conditions & requirements to get a driving license in KSA
  2. Apply for one of the available driving schools in Riyadh
  3. Pass the practical and theoretical tests 
  4. Log in to your Absher account to follow up your driving license status

How to get driving license in jeddah?

  1. Enroll in a driving school in Jeddah
  2. Pass the theory and practical driving tests
  3. Check your license status on Absher

How can I get international driving license? 

Getting an international driving license is different from getting a Saudi one, as it only requires a valid Saudi license, some documents, and a simple application, without tests or training needed.

How to get driving license in Saudi Arabia for ladies?

If you are asking how to get female driving license in saudi arabia? The answer is that the proccess is no different from men, as that can be done by joining driving schools and passing the tests. 

Finally, we have summarized all the necessary steps you will need to take when issuing your driving license in KSA as well as the requirements and conditions that will allow you to complete the process. For the latest updates in the automotive world, visit Motory Car News section.

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