All about the Sharjah Driving Institute
Sharjah Driving Institute is one of the major centres in the country which prepare you for your driving licence test. The government of Sharjah has adopted policies and rules to increase road safety and Sharjah Driving Institute plays a pivotal role in ensuring that drivers are fully prepared and aware of their responsibilities.
ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT SHARJAH DRIVING INSTITUTE
Formally operational in 1992, the Institute was the brainchild of His Highness Sultan bin Mohammed Al-Qasimi. To reduce road accidents, this government-operated centre—the first of its kind in the region—was established to address traffic safety comprehensively. Ever since, it has worked alongside Sharjah City Municipality and Sharjah Police to improve road safety standards.
With their specialised courses, they help prepare drivers to qualify for driving licences of all categories.
MISSION
Here is the outlined mission of the Institute.
‘To encourage and enhance safety on the road through providing training that complies with the highest international standards.’
VISION
The company’s vision entails:
‘Striving to build a distinguished reputation as a leading institution in vehicle driving education and training in the Middle East, while remaining at the forefront of road safety and security.’
CORE VALUES
The company has outlined its core values.
- Quality training: We continue to provide quality assurance in the standards and methodology of our training.
- Road safety: Achieving road safety through more skilled and responsible drivers.
- Innovation and leadership: Continuing to be leading innovators in the field.
- Customer focus: Enhancing customer satisfaction and striving to achieve their expectations.
COURSES
Sharjah Driving Institute offers a wide range of courses.
CAR DRIVING
Beginner students need to register for a minimum of 50 classes. If you have a licence from another country or from a GCC country, you can register for 20 classes. Sharjah Driving Institute requirements in terms of documentation is just your Emirates ID.
Sharjah Driving Institute fees include:
- Eye test: AED 100
- Traffic file: AED 200
- Theory course: AED 650
- Practical training course locals (automatic car): AED 1,400
- Practical training course locals (manual car): AED 1,200
- Practical training course residents (automatic car): AED 3,500
- Practical training course residents (manual car): AED 3,000
- Parking test fee: AED 400
- Assessment test fee: AED 400
- Road test final: AED 300
MOTORCYCLE COURSE
In this category, the minimum number of mandatory classes are 25. Sharjah Driving Institute requirements for documentation are the same, Emirates ID. The fees to be paid include:
- Eye test: AED 100
- Traffic file: AED 200
- Theory course: AED 650
- Practical training course locals: AED 200
- Practical training course residents: AED 1,000
- Yard test: AED 600
- Road test final: AED 300
HEAVY TRUCK
The minimum number of courses for this category is 20. Fees include:
- Eye test: AED 100
- Traffic file: AED 200
- Theory course: AED 650
- Practical training course: AED 3,000
- Parking test fee: AED 300
- Road test final: AED 300
HEAVY BUS
As per the Sharjah Driving Institute requirements, applicants for this category need to register for a minimum of 20 classes.
- Eye test: AED 100
- Traffic file: AED 200
- Theory course: AED 650
- Practical training course: AED 3,000
- Parking test fee: AED 300
- Road test final: AED 300
LIGHT BUS
Likewise to the previous heavy bus category, applicants for light bus also need to register for a minimum of 20 classes.
- Eye test: AED 100
- Traffic file: AED 200
- Theory course: AED 650
- Practical training course: AED 2,000
- Parking test fee: AED 300
- Road test final: AED 300
FORKLIFT
The mandatory classes for this category are 5.
- Eye test: AED 100
- Traffic file: AED 200
- Theory course: AED 650
- Practical training course light forklift: AED 500
- Practical training course heavy forklift: AED 1,500
- Parking test fee: AED 300
- Road test final: AED 300
Other courses offered by Sharjah Driving Institute include:
- Traffic points
- Driving licence course (professional)
- Driving instructor course for private schools.
- Refreshing course for driving licence holders
- Training courses for companies employees
FACILITIES
Here is a list of facilities at the centre.
- Theoretical test room
- Eye test
- Motorcycle training
- Light mechanical train apron
- Simulator training
- Ladies section
- Mosque
OFFERS
The Institute offers special discounts to:
- People of Determination
- Esaad cardholders
- Students of American University of Sharjah
- Homat Al Watan cardholders
FAQs
WHAT IS THE SHARJAH DRIVING INSTITUTE LOCATION?
When it comes to Sharjah Driving Institute location, you can visit different branches.
- Al Dhaid Branch: Off Al Shwaib, Umm Quwain Road
- Al Hamriyah Free Zone Branch: Al Hamriyah
- Alsajaa Branch: Off Emirates Street, Emirates Industrial City
- American University of Sharjah Branch: University City
- Dibba Alhisn Branch: Off Ring Road 102, Dibba Alhisn
- Kalba Branch: Off Ali Bin Abi Talb Street, Kalba
- Khor Fakhkan: Mus’ab Bin Omair Street, Khor Fakkan
- Nasserya: Street 2, Al Nasiriyah, Al Sharq
- Rahmania Mall: Abu Amr Al Basri Street, Al Rahmaniya Suburb
- Rolla Branch: Al Rolla Street, Ghuwair, Al Ghar
- Sahara Mall: Al Nahda Street, Al Nahda 1, Al Nahda
- SAIF Zone Sharjah: Al Dahid Road, SAIF Zone
- Tasjeel: Sharjah Auto Village, Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road
WHAT IS THE SHARJAH DRIVING INSTITUTE CONTACT NUMBER?
Sharjah Driving Institute contact number is +971-6-538-2020.
WHAT ARE THE SHARJAH DRIVING INSTITUTE TIMINGS?
Sharjah Driving Institute timings are:
- Saturdays – Thursday: 07:30 am to 08:00 pm for registration or theoretical test.
- Saturday – Thursday (for training)
- 06:20 am – 08:55 pm (Men)
- 06:20 am – 07:05 pm (Women)
Timings may vary for different branches.
HOW CAN I RENEW MY SHARJAH DRIVING LICENCE?
Check out our comprehensive guide on how to renew your Sharjah driving licence.
Sharjah Driving Institute is one of the biggest driving institutes in the country and has made positive impact in reducing the number of road accidents and enhancing road safety in the emirate and beyond. If you wish to apply for a Sharjah driving licence, you can book classes online via the official website.
Similarly, there are other driving schools in Sharjah that you can consider.
