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UAE Driving Licence Requirements for Tourists Explained
Elena RostovaClient Relations Manager
Published: 2026-10-026 min read
Check which countries can drive in Dubai on their home license, when an International Driving Permit (IDP) is required, and official RTA regulations.
According to Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) regulations, tourists holding licenses from GCC countries, the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and European Union nations can drive legally in Dubai without an International Driving Permit. Visitors from other nations simply need an IDP alongside their national license.
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