Vehicle Authorization in KSA.. Everything you Need to Know

• Steps
• Requirements
• Inquiry
• Printing
• Cancellation
• Conditions
• Fees
• Questions 

Vehicle authorization in Saudi Arabia enables participants to register a person as an actual user to drive their vehicle. Therefore, the Saudi Ministry of Interior cooperated with Saudi Traffic in order to provide this service online without having to visit the actual departments in the country. 

In this article, we will go through everything you need to know about vehicle driving authorization in KSA, including steps, requirements, fees, and conditions. 

How to Give Authorization for Car in Saudi Arabia

How to Authorize Car in Absher

Beneficiaries in Saudi Arabia can know how to do vehicle authorization absher by following a set of easy & quick steps. These steps apply to both residents as well as citizens:

1. Enter your Absher account
2. Go to My Vehicles
3. Select the vehicle you want to authorize for driving
4. Choose Issue Driver Authorization
5. Enter the recipient’s information such as Iqama number or ID number & date of birth
6. Select the type of authorization you wish to issue (internal or international).
7. Select the authorization start and end dates as needed

Car Authorization in Saudi Arabia By TAMM

• Log in to your TAMM Account 
• Choose Authorizations
• Choose Issue Authorization
• Fill in the required information
• Click on Verify
• A verification code will be sent to your mobile phone
• Enter the verification code and you will get the car authorization

Requirement of Vehicle Authorization in KSA

• A copy of the vehicle owner’s national ID 
• A valid vehicle registration (Istimara)
• Valid vehicle insurance
• A valid driver’s license for both the owner and the authorized driver
• The authorized driver must have a valid exit and re-entry visa if they are a resident

How to Check Vehicle Authorization in Absher

• Log in to your Absher account
• Select e-Services
• Choose My Vehicles
• Click on Authorized Vehicles
• All results will be displayed on the screen

How to Print Vehicle Authorization in Saudi Arabia 

You can print a vehicle authorization in Saudi Arabia using the following steps:

1. Log in to Absher account
2. Go to the Authorizations
3. Select Vehicle Authorizations
4. Click on Print

You can also get the Vehicle Authorization Letter Saudi Arabia provided by Absher platform, after filling it out with the required information and confirming it through the platform.

How to Cancel Vehicle Authorization

1. Log in to your Absher account
2. Click on My Vehicles
3. Select Vehicles
4. All vehicles registered under your name will be shown on the screen
5. Pick the vehicle you want to cancel the authorization for
6. Click on View Driving Authorization
7. All authorization details will appear
8. Scroll down and click on Cancel Authorization
9. A confirmation message will appear; choose “Yes”
10. A verification code will be sent to your registered mobile number in Absher to confirm the request
11. After entering the code, the authorization will be successfully canceled

Terms & Conditions 

• the authorizer must be the vehicle owner
• Both parties must agree to the vehicle authorization
• Both parties must have an active account on Absher 
• The vehicle must have a valid registration (Istimara)
• A valid periodic vehicle inspection document must be available
• All traffic fees must be paid
• Both the owner and the authorized driver must have a clean traffic violation record
• Valid insurance must be available for the vehicle registration
• A final exit visa holder cannot be added as an authorized driver
• The authorization period must not exceed the validity of the vehicle registration
• The authorization period must not exceed the validity of the authorized driver’s license
• The authorization period must not exceed the visa validity for an authorized driver holding an exit and re-entry visa

Fees

Vehicle driving authorization fees in KSA might vary by authorization type, vehicle type, and authorized person. The table below shows all fees details:

Frequent Questions 

How to authorize someone to drive your car through Absher?

1. Go to Absher Platform
2. Go to My Vehicles
3. Select the vehicle 
4. Choose Issue Driver Authorization
5. Enter the recipient’s information
6. Select the type of authorization 
7. Select the authorization period

How to give vehicle authorization?

You can give someone a vehicle authorization by using Absher or TAMM platform.

What is an Authorization letter for a car?

An authorization letter is a formal document that gives someone else the authority to act on the owner’s behalf regarding their vehicle. It includes information such as the given chassis, engine, and vehicle number and model.

How to Cancel Vehicle Authorization?

1. Go to your Absher account
2. Click on My Vehicles 
3. Select Vehicles
4. Pick the vehicle
5. Click on View Driving Authorization
6. Scroll down and click on Cancel Authorization

What is the penalty for driving someone else's car in saudi arabia?

Driving with unauthorized vehicles is a serious offense as it requires the driver to pay a violation ranging from SAR 500 to SAR 900, and the vehicle may be impounded until the violation is resolved. 

Can I drive my friend's car in Saudi Arabia?

Yes, you can drive your friend’s car in KSA if you have a valid license, the car is insured, and you have done all steps of vehicle authorization.

How can an external authorization be issued for a resident who has a final exit visa?

An external authorization can’t be issued for a resident with a final exit visa, as the visa must be valid beyond the authorization period.

Can I authorize another person to drive a vehicle without valid insurance?

No, you can’t authorize a person to drive your car without valid insurance as it is one of the requirements. 

What is the maximum duration for vehicle authorization in KSA?

Beneficiaries can authorize a vehicle for up to one year maximum.

When does a vehicle authorization get canceled?

• Automatically when the authorization period ends:
• If the vehicle owner cancels the authorization 
• If the vehicle is sold or ownership is transferred
• If the vehicle’s registration or insurance expires
• If the authorized person’s visa is canceled

Finally, we have explained everything related to vehicle authorization in KSA, including how to authorize vehicle in absher, how to inquire about vehicle authorizations, as well as the terms, requirements, and fees associated with. For the latest updates in the automotive world, visit Motory Car News section.