How to obtain a drivers liecense

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choudhers Contributor

Member since 15 May 2013

choudhersContributor18 October 2013 10:41:18

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Dear All,

I am new to Riyadh only been here 5 months i would like to know how to apply for a driving license please? i have never owned a license before but i can drive ! what is the correct process do i need to take lessons etc... book a test ???

Can some one please explain the sets to obtaining one ! thank you

Alliecat ViP

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AlliecatViP18 October 2013 14:43:43

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Come on, Choudhers! You should know this stuff by now: use the google custom search box and check the guide:

https://www.expat.com/en/guide/middle-e … cence.html

GreatLaker Active member

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GreatLakerActive member20 October 2013 15:23:09

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Alliecat ViP

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AlliecatViP20 October 2013 15:40:25

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GreatLakerActive member21 October 2013 06:16:41

Thanks for the endorsement, AC. I'd rather work in KSA, however, than take on the job of POTUS.

I don't suffer fools lightly. D.C. would be the end of me!

On topic: I just got an int'l drivers permit w/ a motorcycle endorsement. I didn't even have to go--my office admin handled it for me. Very convenient. It's good for 1 year.

The only requirement was a front/back copy of my U.S.A. driver's license, 2 passport photos, copy of passport, copy of Iqama, copy of KSA driver's license, and SAR 200. FYI

Full Monty Serial expat

Member since 04 October 2013

Full MontySerial expat21 October 2013 14:21:45

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Alliecat wrote:
Come on, Choudhers! You should know this stuff by now: use the google custom search box and check the guide:

https://www.expat.com/en/guide/middle-e … cence.html

I checked and my circumstances aren't there; I have a UK driving licence and a Saudi licence (from my stay a couple years ago). I believe I need to get the Saudi licence switched over to my new sponsor/Iqama, and take along a letter from my sponsor/employer, photos, copy of passport (with entry visa) and some hard cash.

Is this correct and anyone done this before?

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