Certified Translation

UAE Driving Licence Translation

We provide certified translations of UAE driving licences for DVLA exchange, insurance applications, and car hire in the UK. Our translators are familiar with UAE traffic department licence formats from all seven emirates, including Dubai RTA and Abu Dhabi DOT.

Why Choose Us for UAE Driving Licence Translation

All Emirates Covered

Translators experienced with Dubai RTA, Abu Dhabi DOT, Sharjah Roads and Transport, and all other emirate traffic departments.

DVLA Exchange Accepted

Certified translations accepted by the DVLA for UAE driving licence exchange applications under the designated countries scheme.

Same-Day Digital Delivery

Same-day digital delivery available with optional certified hard copy sent by first-class Royal Mail.

UAE Context

UAE driving licences are issued by the traffic departments of each emirate, including the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai and the Department of Transport in Abu Dhabi. Licence formats are standardised across emirates with minor variations in layout.

Document Format

UAE driving licences are credit-card-sized and include the holder's photo, name in Arabic and English, date of birth, licence number, vehicle categories, and expiry date. They feature bilingual text making them relatively straightforward to translate.

What You'll Need

Clear scan or photograph of both sides of the UAE driving licence
Details of the intended use (e.g. DVLA exchange, insurance, car hire)
Your UK address for hard copy delivery if required
Confirmation of which vehicle categories you hold

Common Uses

DVLA driving licence exchange application
UK car insurance applications
Car hire and rental in the UK
Proof of identity for official purposes
Employment verification requiring driving qualifications

Driving licence translations for DVLA exchange do not require legalisation. A certified translation alongside the original licence is sufficient for the DVLA application process.

View UAE legalisation requirements

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I exchange my UAE driving licence for a UK licence?

Yes. The UAE is on the DVLA's list of designated countries for licence exchange. You need a certified translation of your UAE licence along with the D1 application form.

My UAE licence is already bilingual. Do I need a translation?

UAE licences are bilingual, but the DVLA still requires a certified translation for the exchange process to formally confirm all vehicle categories and details.

Does it matter which emirate issued my UAE driving licence?

No. We translate driving licences from all UAE traffic departments including Dubai RTA, Abu Dhabi DOT, Sharjah, and all other emirates.

How fast can you translate my UAE driving licence?

Standard turnaround is 2-3 working days. Same-day service is available if submitted before midday. Express 2-hour service is also available.

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