Driving License Translation Price in Saudi Arabia

In Saudi Arabia, all residents who wish to drive vehicles on Saudi roads are required to have a valid driving license. These requirements apply to both Saudi citizens and non-Saudis equally. For expatriate residents in the Kingdom, the first step is to obtain a certified translation of their foreign driving license before applying for a Saudi driving license, to ensure the issuance of a Saudi license in the shortest time possible.

Procedures for translating a foreign driving license in Saudi Arabia:

1. Obtaining an original copy of the foreign driving license: A foreign resident who wishes to obtain a Saudi driving license must submit the original copy of his driving license issued by his country of origin.

2. Choosing a certified translation office: There are many certified translation offices in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the best of which is Nile Valley Certified Translation Office on Al-Olaya Street in front of King Fahd Library, which the foreign resident can use to translate the foreign driving license into Arabic. It must be ensured that the chosen translation office is accredited by the official authorities in the Kingdom.

3. Submitting the required documents: In addition to the original driving license, the certified translation office may request some additional documents such as a copy of the passport or residence card.

4.Obtaining the certified translation: After submitting all the required documents, the translation office providing certified translation services will prepare the certified translation of the foreign driving license. It must be ensured that the translation contains the official seal and signature of the certified translator.

Cost of driving license translation:

The cost of translating a foreign driving license in Saudi Arabia varies from one translation office to another, and this is affected by several factors:

1. Geographical location: The cost is higher in major cities and urban areas compared to other areas.

2. Level of experience and accreditation: Officially accredited offices with long experience in the field of translation may be more expensive than less well-known offices.

3. Type of translation and language of the original license: The price of translating a foreign driving license varies according to the language of the original foreign license, whether it is English, Chinese, French, Russian, etc.

On average, the cost of translating a foreign driving license in Saudi Arabia ranges from 60 to 140 Saudi riyals . However, the cost may vary based on the factors mentioned above.

Steps to obtain a Saudi driving license:

1. Translation of the original driving license into Arabic language by a certified translation office.
2. Submit an application to obtain a Saudi driving license with the Traffic Department in the area in which you reside. You must bring the following documents:
   • Original foreign driver’s license.
   • Certified Driving License Translation.
   • National identity card or residence.
   • Recent personal photos.
   • License Issuance Fees.
3. Conduct a medical examination to ensure the health fitness of driving.
4. Pass the practical driving test to test driving skills and traffic safety.
5. Receiving the new Saudi driving license after successfully passing the tests and procedures.

Please note that procedures and requirements may vary from region to region, so it is important to check the current requirements with the relevant traffic department before starting the procedures.