Check if your home country driving licence converts directly in Saudi Arabia or UAE — or if you need to take a test.
Check if your driving licence can be converted without a test in Saudi Arabia or UAE
| Home Country | Saudi Arabia | UAE |
|---|---|---|
| 🇬🇧 UK / 🇺🇸 USA / 🇨🇦 Canada | Direct conversion | Direct conversion |
| 🇦🇺 Australia / 🇳🇿 New Zealand | Direct conversion | Direct conversion |
| 🇩🇪 Germany / 🇫🇷 France / EU | Direct conversion | Direct conversion |
| 🇯🇵 Japan / 🇸🇬 Singapore | Direct conversion | Direct conversion |
| 🇵🇰 Pakistan / 🇮🇳 India | Test required | Test required |
| 🇵🇭 Philippines / 🇧🇩 Bangladesh | Test required | Test required |
| 🇪🇬 Egypt / 🇯🇴 Jordan | Test required | Partial — check status |
| 🇳🇵 Nepal / 🇱🇰 Sri Lanka | Test required | Test required |
| 🇪🇹 Ethiopia / 🇳🇬 Nigeria | Test required | Test required |
Rules can change. Always verify with the Saudi Traffic Department (mot.gov.sa) or UAE RTA (rta.ae) before applying.