What you send
- Dubai-issued Emirates ID for the free check
- Clear front and back photos of the licence that needs Arabic translation
- Your RTA appointment date, if it is close
Driving licence translation for Dubai RTA
Driving licence translation for Dubai RTA
What to send for RTA licence translation: a clear copy of both sides of your foreign driving licence and your passport, so names match. Send them on WhatsApp and we confirm whether translation is needed before you pay.
Licence already in English or Arabic? No language translation needed.
Dubai RTA accepts an English driving licence as-is for language purposes, and an Arabic licence is already in the target language. Do not pay for this translation product. You still need to meet RTA eligibility and document requirements.
- AED 200 standard price
- Timing Confirmed after we see your document
- Other language into Arabic
Send your licence and Dubai Emirates ID first. We check the language and route for free before asking for payment.
Check my licence and Emirates ID — freeWe confirm translation is needed and check your Dubai route before you pay.
Read the full Dubai RTA eligibility check for what counts as a Dubai-issued Emirates ID.
What's included / not included
Included in the price
- An Arabic translation in the format used for Dubai RTA applications
- The PDF on WhatsApp or email
Not included
- Hard copies and courier delivery (quoted separately)
- Eye tests, RTA fees and driving-school costs
- Attestation or MOFA/embassy legalisation (we don't provide attestation) and their fees
Prices as of October 2026
Check first, translate only if needed
From language check to finished translation
English or Arabic licence: no language translation. Another language: we confirm the Dubai route before payment.
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Step 1Send your licence and Dubai Emirates ID
Clear photos let us check the language and Dubai route for free.
- Step 2
We confirm translation is needed
If the licence is already in English or Arabic, or Dubai is not the correct route, we stop before payment.
- Step 3
Send both sides of the licence
Make sure every corner is visible and the photo is in focus.
- Step 4
Pay and receive your translation
Pay securely after approval. We send the Arabic RTA-format PDF when it is ready.
Standard service
AED 200 · covers one licence document; the receiving authority makes the final acceptance decision
One driving licence translated from another language into Arabic, delivered as an RTA-format PDF. Licences already in English or Arabic do not need this language-translation product.
Payment after WhatsApp approval
Stripe checkout for DL-RTA-001 is not shown until dedicated payment links are configured. After we approve your licence route, pay via the Ziina or Stripe link we send in WhatsApp.
Start free eligibility checkNo document list to decode
What you send. What you receive.
What you receive
- Arabic translation of your other-language driving licence
- RTA-format PDF on WhatsApp or email
- Hard copy when you request one
Quick answers before you order
- Who signs: The standard Dubai RTA service on this page is a certified translation, not an MOJ legal translation. If another authority asks for an Arabic–English MOJ legal translation, see who signs MOJ legal translations.
- The price includes: Translation of one licence document, as shown in the order section on this page.
- The price excludes: RTA fees and anything else outside the translation; see what a price does not include.
- Note: Checked 23 October 2026. Requirements change, and the receiving authority decides what it accepts, so confirm its current instruction before you submit.
Not a Dubai resident?
Do not pay for the Dubai product. We can route you to the correct service for Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman or another emirate.
Quick answers
Before you send your ID
My driving licence is in English. Should I pay for translation?
No. Dubai RTA accepts an English driving licence as-is for language purposes. Do not use the payment links on this page. You still need to satisfy RTA eligibility and document requirements.
Why do you need my Emirates ID first?
Dubai RTA applications need Dubai residency. We check the issuing emirate before taking payment so you do not buy the wrong service. A Dubai free-zone Emirates ID counts as Dubai residency.
What do I send?
Start with a clear photo of your Emirates ID. After we confirm eligibility, send clear photos of the front and back of your driving licence. You do not need to visit our office or leave the original licence with us.
What will I receive?
You receive an Arabic translation prepared in the format used for Dubai RTA applications. We send the PDF on WhatsApp or email. A hard copy is available on request.
Does the AED 200 price cover every language?
The standard price is AED 200 for one driving licence translated from another language into Arabic. A licence already in English or Arabic does not need this language-translation product. Multi-page or unusual documents are checked first.
Do I need legal translation by an MOJ-licensed legal translator for RTA?
Not for the standard Dubai RTA driving licence transfer service on this page. If another authority specifically asks for legal translation by an MOJ-licensed legal translator, send us its instruction and we will quote the correct service.
What if my Emirates ID is from another emirate?
Do not pay for the Dubai service. We can still help with driving licence translation for Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman and the other emirates. Send your ID and tell us where you are applying so we can route you correctly.
Optional reference
Complete Dubai RTA service details
The essentials are above. Open only the background you need: eligibility rules, certification, languages, detailed questions or related guides.
Eligibility and residency rules Why we check first, when we proceed and how other emirates differ
We would rather refuse the Dubai job than watch it get rejected
A licence already in English or Arabic does not need this language-translation product. For a licence in another language, residency may still place the application in another emirate. We check both before you spend money on the wrong product.
Send your Emirates ID before the licence. If it was issued under Dubai, including a Dubai free zone, we proceed. If it was not, we stop before payment and route you toward the authority for your emirate.
We proceed with the Dubai route
- Emirates ID issued under a Dubai employer or sponsor
- Dubai free-zone residency, including DMCC, JAFZA, DAFZA or DIFC
- Dubai family, investor or partner residency
We stop and check another route
- Emirates ID issued under Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman or another emirate
- Visit or tourist status with no Emirates ID
- Emirates ID expired or still in process
The earlier three-step explanation
- Step 1
Send your licence and Emirates ID first
We check the licence language and the Dubai route for free. If the licence is already in English or Arabic, we stop: no language translation is needed.
- Step 2
We confirm translation is needed, or we stop
We decline unnecessary language work and stop if Dubai is not the correct route. You keep your money and your time.
- Step 3
Send the licence, pay, collect
For a licence in another language, send clear photos of the front and back. We translate it into Arabic in RTA format and return the PDF. Timing is confirmed after we see your document.
Other emirates
Dubai RTA is only one authority. If your residency sits in Sharjah, Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah or Umm Al Quwain, we can translate your licence for that emirate's traffic department. Send the Emirates ID and tell us where you are applying. Applying in Ras Al Khaimah? See Ras Al Khaimah driving licence translation; we provide the translation as a PDF only, and you submit it yourself.
Abu Dhabi handles licence conversion through its own transport process. Read the Abu Dhabi ITC licence conversion guide, compare Abu Dhabi and Dubai translation rules, or use the all-emirates driving licence translation hub.
What to send for an Abu Dhabi driving licence application
Please send the following on WhatsApp:
- Emirates ID, front and back
- Driving licence, front and back
- A video showing both sides of the driving licence
- Eye test receipt from Al Jaber Optical or Yateem Optician
- Passport copy
- Personal photo
- A valid mobile number to receive messages
Also, please confirm the gear type you want to apply for: automatic or manual.
The Integrated Transport Centre (Abu Dhabi Mobility) makes the final decision on the application.
Certification and RTA-format notes What the AED 200 service covers per document, and when legal translation by our MOJ-licensed legal translator is separate; the receiving authority makes the final acceptance decision
What you are actually buying
The AED 200 standard service covers an accurate Arabic translation of a licence in another language, laid out in the format used for Dubai RTA driving licence applications. It does not apply to a licence already in English or Arabic, and it does not automatically add an MOJ stamp or a courier charge.
Legal translation by our MOJ-licensed legal translator is a separate service that covers Arabic–English only; tell us which authority is asking before paying for it.
We do not claim to be an RTA-accredited translation office. Final document acceptance always belongs to the receiving authority, so we ask about your route and appointment before confirming the order.
Languages and full specification Language examples, price, target format, timing and delivery
Other source languages into Arabic
English is excluded because Dubai RTA accepts an English licence as-is for language purposes; Arabic is excluded because it is already the target language. The groups below are examples, not a limit. Send another language or script for confirmation before payment.
Latin and Cyrillic script
- German
- Turkish
- Ukrainian
- Russian
- Serbian
- Polish
- Dutch
Other European
- French
- Spanish
- Portuguese
- Italian
- Romanian
- Hungarian
- Czech
- Greek
Asian, African and Middle Eastern
- Urdu
- Hindi
- Tagalog
- Chinese
- Japanese
- Korean
- Bengali
- Malayalam
- Tamil
- Farsi
- Amharic
Greek licences: RTA lists Greece for Greek nationals only and requires the translation to go through the Greek embassy or a translator the embassy approves, so we cannot translate it for Greek nationals. Send your passport or nationality with the licence and we confirm eligibility before you pay.
| Price | AED 200 per licence |
|---|---|
| Source language | Languages other than English or Arabic |
| Target language | Arabic |
| Format | Dubai RTA application format |
| Turnaround | Timing is confirmed after we see your document. |
| Delivery | WhatsApp PDF, hard copy on request |
| Required first | Dubai-issued Emirates ID |
| SKU | DL-RTA-001 |
Detailed questions from the earlier page Price, free zones, originals, Arabic licences and overseas use
Does an English driving licence need translation for Dubai RTA?
No. Dubai RTA accepts an English driving licence as-is for language purposes. Do not pay for this translation product if the licence is already in English. You must still meet RTA eligibility and document requirements.
How much does driving licence translation cost in Dubai?
AED 200 per licence that is not already in English or Arabic, translated into Arabic and formatted for RTA. The translation price does not apply when no language translation is needed. Hard copies and courier delivery are quoted separately.
Why do you ask for my Emirates ID before you accept the job?
Because RTA rejects licence applications from people whose residency is not Dubai. We check the issuing emirate first so you do not pay for a translation that gets refused at the counter. If your Emirates ID is not Dubai-issued, we decline the Dubai RTA work and route you to the correct emirate service.
My visa is through a Dubai free zone. Does that count as Dubai?
Yes. Dubai free zone residency is Dubai residency for this purpose. What matters is that the Emirates ID was issued under a Dubai entity, not the emirate your employer is headquartered in.
What if my Emirates ID is from Abu Dhabi or Sharjah?
Do not pay for the Dubai RTA product. We can still translate your licence for the emirate that issued your residency. Abu Dhabi has its own requirements, so start with the Abu Dhabi ITC guide.
Do you handle Sharjah, Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah and Umm Al Quwain?
Yes. We translate driving licences for the traffic department of every emirate, not just Dubai. The Dubai Emirates ID rule on this page applies to Dubai RTA applications only. Tell us which emirate you are applying in and we will prepare the file for that authority.
Is this legal translation by our MOJ-licensed legal translator?
The standard Dubai RTA service on this page is a certified translation; it is not legal translation by an MOJ-licensed legal translator. We can arrange legal translation by our MOJ-licensed legal translator for Arabic–English documents when another authority specifically asks for it.
Will RTA accept a translation that is not by an MOJ-licensed translator?
For the driving licence service described here, we prepare the Arabic translation in the format used for Dubai RTA applications. We do not claim to be an RTA-accredited translator. Final acceptance always remains with the receiving authority.
Can I pay extra for legal translation by our MOJ-licensed legal translator anyway?
If your language pair is supported, yes, and we will quote it. Tell us which authority is asking for certification. If the document is only for the RTA counter, we will explain whether that extra service is necessary before you pay.
Do you need my original licence?
Not for the translation. Clear photos of the front and back are enough for us to work from. RTA may ask for the original physical licence at the counter, so bring it to your appointment.
How long does the translation take?
Timing is confirmed after we see your document. Tell us your appointment date when you send the file and we will say plainly whether we can meet it.
What if my licence is already in Arabic?
An Arabic licence does not need Arabic translation. English licences are also accepted as-is by Dubai RTA. Send us a photo first if the licence is bilingual or you are unsure which language controls.
Can you translate my licence for a country outside the UAE?
We translate driving licences into other languages as well, but this AED 200 product is scoped to Dubai RTA. For an overseas authority, send its instruction and we will quote against that requirement.
Free check before payment
Start with your licence and Emirates ID
We check the licence language and the correct RTA route before asking for payment.