The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has significantly eased the driving regulations for citizens of Uzbekistan. This was reported by Upl.uz.
The UAE Ministry of Internal Affairs has officially included Uzbekistan in the list of countries whose driver's licenses are valid in the UAE. This means that Uzbek tourists and residents no longer need to obtain an international driver's license or pass additional tests.
If a citizen of Uzbekistan is in the UAE on a tourist visa, they can legally drive a car or motorcycle by simply presenting their valid national driver's license. No additional permits, documents, or tests are required, as long as the license is not expired.
For citizens planning to move to the UAE for permanent or temporary residence, such as for work or study, there is an option to exchange their Uzbek driver's license for a local one. A residency visa is required for this, and standard procedures must be followed.
This procedure includes: translation and certification of the Uzbek driver's license, a medical examination, including an eye test, as well as payment of government fees amounting to 600 dirhams (approximately 1.8 million soums). The exchange process can conveniently be carried out remotely through the UAE Ministry of Internal Affairs online platform.
The user uploads the necessary documents, fills out the application, and after verification, receives the new driver's license electronically or via delivery. The recognition of Uzbek driver's licenses greatly contributes to strengthening the ties between Uzbekistan and the UAE.
This not only creates convenience for thousands of tourists, students, and professionals but also indicates the expansion of bilateral cooperation. It should be noted that in many countries, national driver's licenses do not have legal force, especially if there is no transliteration in the Latin alphabet.
Furthermore, many car rental and leasing companies specifically require an international document, especially when renting mid-range and business-class vehicles.
