All about Emirates Driving Company Abu Dhabi
Getting a driving licence in the UAE is a major milestone. If you live in the emirate of Abu Dhabi, obtaining a drivers licence is fairly simple. The process begins when you open a traffic file with the Abu Dhabi Drivers and Vehicles Licensing Department and then register for driving classes at the Emirates Driving Company. Today, we’re going to tell you all about this driving school in Abu Dhabi, the services they offer, the registration process and other pertinent information such as locations, timings and contact details.
ABOUT EMIRATES DRIVING COMPANY
Emirates Driving Company (EDC) or Emirates driving school as it is often referred to, is a driving school in Abu Dhabi that provides training and road safety classes for various vehicle types. It was established in 2000 and is currently the only driving school in Abu Dhabi.
If you live in a villa or a flat for rent in Abu Dhabi and want to get your driving licence, then you’ll need to take classes at the Emirates Driving Company. Let’s take a closer look at the different courses offered by this driving school in Abu Dhabi.
EMIRATES DRIVING COMPANY COURSES
The Emirates Driving school in Abu Dhabi currently provides multiple driving courses for the following vehicle types:
- Motorcycle
- Car
- Heavy Truck
- Heavy Bus
- Light Bus
- Light Forklift
- Heavy Forklift
The driving courses at Emirates Driving School in Abu Dhabi cover all the essential topics to help applicants learn to drive safely. This includes traffic rules, road markings, road signs, driving speed limits as well as driving behaviour and road manners. The institute also covers topics such as driving under difficult conditions, how to deal with critical situations, the physics of a car crash and overall passenger safety.
For the courses concerning the Heavy Vehicle and Heavy Bus categories, the Emirates Driving Company also covers topics such as ECO-driving, fire prevention, managing emergency situations, etc.
DRIVING CLASSES IN ABU DHABI
The Emirates Driving School Abu Dhabi courses are split into theory and practical classes. In order to start practical sessions, the applicants must complete eight theory classes and pass the theory test.
After successfully passing the theory test, applicants can begin practical training sessions with an instructor.
For beginners, 19 classes of practical training must be completed before taking the final road test.
Those who have prior driving experience can complete their lessons within 12 to 15 classes. However, this can vary depending on the type of vehicle the applicant chooses to learn.
To know the exact details about process and driving licence Abu Dhabi cost check out our step by step guide to obtaining an Abu Dhabi driving licence.
HOW TO REGISTER FOR DRIVING CLASSES AT EDC?
All UAE residents who wish to get a driving licence in Abu Dhabi have to register with Emirates Driving Company, as it is the only driving school in Abu Dhabi. In order to do so, the applicant has to first open a file with the Abu Dhabi Drivers and Vehicles Licensing Department.
After the file has been opened, first-time applicants can then approach the EDC and submit the following documents to register themselves for driving classes:
- Application number of the file open with Abu Dhabi Police Drivers and Vehicle Licensing Department
- Copy of any other driving licence if available
- Original Emirates ID
- Copy of valid training permit
Once the registration is complete and the fees are paid, applicants can begin their driving classes at the EDC.
COST FOR ABU DHABI DRIVING CLASSES
Here is a breakdown of the cost of a driving course in Emirates Driving Company Abu Dhabi.
*Note: The prices mentioned include exam fees but are exclusive of VAT.
LIGHT VEHICLE COURSE
Here is the Emirates Driving Company fees for the light motor vehicle course.
THEORY CLASSES
The Emirates Driving Company theory course offers three packages which are Regular, Intensive and VIP Bronze. The prices are as follows:
TYPE OF PACKAGE | COURSE DURATION | NUMBER OF CLASSES | MAX CLASSES PER DAY | FEES |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regular | COURSE DURATION 4 days | NUMBER OF CLASSES 8 | MAX CLASSES PER DAY 2 per day | FEES AED 871.50* |
| Intensive | COURSE DURATION 2 days | NUMBER OF CLASSES 8 | MAX CLASSES PER DAY 4 per day | FEES AED 1,050* |
| VIP Bronze | COURSE DURATION 1 day | NUMBER OF CLASSES 2 | MAX CLASSES PER DAY 2 per day | FEES AED 1,530* |
PRACTICAL CLASSES (BEGINNER)
Here are the prices for the Emirates Driving Company practical classes for beginners.
TYPE OF PACKAGE | COURSE DURATION | NUMBER OF CLASSES | MAX CLASSES PER DAY | FEES |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regular | COURSE DURATION 16 days | NUMBER OF CLASSES 19 | MAX CLASSES PER DAY 1 per day | FEES AED 2,705* |
| Intensive | COURSE DURATION 8 days | NUMBER OF CLASSES 19 | MAX CLASSES PER DAY 2 per day | FEES AED 2,905* |
| VIP Silver | COURSE DURATION 6 days | NUMBER OF CLASSES 19 | MAX CLASSES PER DAY 3 per day | FEES AED 3,705* |
PRACTICAL CLASSES (INTERMEDIATE)
If you hold a driving licence from your home country for 1 to 5 years, you can opt for the intermediate-level driving course in Abu Dhabi. The emirates driving company fees for these classes is:
TYPE OF PACKAGE | COURSE DURATION | NUMBER OF CLASSES | MAX CLASSES PER DAY | FEES |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regular | COURSE DURATION 13 days | NUMBER OF CLASSES 15 | MAX CLASSES PER DAY 1 per day | FEES AED 2,145* |
| Intensive | COURSE DURATION 7 days | NUMBER OF CLASSES 15 | MAX CLASSES PER DAY 2 per day | FEES AED 2,345* |
| VIP Silver | COURSE DURATION 5 days | NUMBER OF CLASSES 15 | MAX CLASSES PER DAY 3 per day | FEES AED 3,145* |
PRACTICAL CLASSES (UPPER INTERMEDIATE)
If you have held a driving licence in your home country for over 5 years, you can opt for the upper intermediate level Abu Dhabi driving course.
TYPE OF PACKAGE | COURSE DURATION | NUMBER OF CLASSES | MAX CLASSES PER DAY | FEES |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regular | COURSE DURATION 10 days | NUMBER OF CLASSES 12 | MAX CLASSES PER DAY 1 per day | FEES AED 1,755* |
| Intensive | COURSE DURATION 5 days | NUMBER OF CLASSES 12 | MAX CLASSES PER DAY 2 per day | FEES AED 1,955* |
| VIP Silver | COURSE DURATION 4 days | NUMBER OF CLASSES 12 | MAX CLASSES PER DAY 3 per day | FEES AED 2,755* |
MOTORCYCLE TRAINING COURSE
If you want to apply for a motorcycle licence in Abu Dhabi, here is the price breakdown. It’s divided as follows:
- Category 1 – For beginners who have not attended theory classes and passed the Emirates Driving Company theory test
- Category 2 – For applicants who did attend theory classes and have passed the theory test.
CATEGORY 1: THEORY CLASSES
The following price breakdown of theory and practical classes is for beginners.
TYPE OF PACKAGE | COURSE DURATION | NUMBER OF CLASSES | MAX CLASSES PER DAY | FEES |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regular | COURSE DURATION 7 days | NUMBER OF CLASSES 13 | MAX CLASSES PER DAY 2 per day | FEES AED 860* |
| Intensive | COURSE DURATION 4 days | NUMBER OF CLASSES 13 | MAX CLASSES PER DAY 4 per day | FEES AED 1,080* |
| VIP Bronze | COURSE DURATION 1 day | NUMBER OF CLASSES 4 | MAX CLASSES PER DAY 4 per day | FEES AED 1,930* |
CATEGORY 1: PRACTICAL CLASSES (BEGINNER)
TYPE OF PACKAGE | COURSE DURATION | NUMBER OF CLASSES | MAX CLASSES PER DAY | FEES |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regular | COURSE DURATION 13 days | NUMBER OF CLASSES 26 | MAX CLASSES PER DAY 2 per day | FEES AED 1,870* |
| Intensive | COURSE DURATION 7 days | NUMBER OF CLASSES 26 | MAX CLASSES PER DAY 4 per day | FEES AED 2,070* |
| VIP Gold | COURSE DURATION 4 days | NUMBER OF CLASSES 26 | MAX CLASSES PER DAY 8 per day | FEES AED 4,500* |
CATEGORY 2: THEORY CLASSES
TYPE OF PACKAGE | COURSE DURATION | NUMBER OF CLASSES | MAX CLASSES PER DAY | FEES |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regular | COURSE DURATION 3 days | NUMBER OF CLASSES 6 | MAX CLASSES PER DAY 2 per day | FEES AED 230* |
CATEGORY 2: PRACTICAL CLASSES
TYPE OF PACKAGE | COURSE DURATION | NUMBER OF CLASSES | MAX CLASSES PER DAY | FEES |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regular | COURSE DURATION 13 days | NUMBER OF CLASSES 26 | MAX CLASSES PER DAY 2 per day | FEES AED 1,870* |
| Intensive | COURSE DURATION 7 days | NUMBER OF CLASSES 26 | MAX CLASSES PER DAY 4 per day | FEES AED 2,070* |
| VIP Gold | COURSE DURATION 4 days | NUMBER OF CLASSES 26 | MAX CLASSES PER DAY 8 per day | FEES AED 4,500* |
For more information about the Heavy Vehicle and Heavy Bus courses, contact EDC.
EMIRATES DRIVING COMPANY ABU DHABI LOCATION
The Emirates Driving school in Abu Dhabi is located on street number 17 in the Mussaffah Industrial Area, close to the Musaffah Police Station.
EMIRATES DRIVING COMPANY TIMINGS AND CONTACT
The Emirates Driving Company Abu Dhabi working hours are as follows:
- Saturday – Thursday: 07:00 am to 10:00 pm
- Friday: 07:00 am to 12:00 pm
For general inquiries about the services offered by the Emirates Driving Company Abu Dhabi call +971-600-588880 or email info@edcad.ae. For specific booking-related inquiries, you can email booking@edcad.ae.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
FROM WHERE CAN I RENT A CAR IN ABU DHABI?
There are several rent-a-car services in Abu Dhabi that you can consider. Europcar, Hertz and Avis Car Rental are some of the prominent ones.
CAN I TRANSFER MY ABU DHABI CAR REGISTRATION TO DUBAI?
Yes, you can. The procedure to transfer car ownership from Abu Dhabi to Dubai is pretty straightforward and can be completed either at the Dubai Traffic Police headquarters or an RTA (Roads and Transport Authority) licencing centre.
HOW LONG IS MY ABU DHABI DRIVING LICENCE VALID FOR?
The Abu Dhabi driving licence has a 10-year validity for UAE and GCC citizens and 5-year validity for residents of other nationalities. You can apply for your Abu Dhabi driving licence renewal closer to its expiry.
WHICH COUNTRY’S RESIDENTS WITH FOREIGN LICENCES CAN TRANSFER THEIR LICENCES IN ABU DHABI?
Have a foreign driving licence from a country listed below? You can transfer your licence in Abu Dhabi without going through the entire process.
- GCC Countries
- Australia
- Austria
- Belgium
- Canada
- Denmark
- Finland
- France
- Germany
- Greece
- Ireland
- Italy
- Japan
- Netherlands
- New Zealand
- Norway
- Poland
- Portugal
- Romania
- South Africa
- Spain
- South Korea
- Sweden
- Switzerland
- Turkey
- UK
- USA
If you are unsure about your situation, you can call the Emirates Driving Institute Abu Dhabi contact number and confirm. Once you have got your licence, it might be a good idea to review of Abu Dhabi traffic fines before driving.
That completes this guide on the only driving school in Abu Dhabi. If you’ve recently moved from the US to the UAE, you can simply opt to convert a US driving licence to a UAE licence.
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