Renting a Car in Dubai with an International Driving Licence

Which National Licences Are Directly Valid?

National driving licences from the UAE, GCC countries, the US, Canada, the UK, EU countries and many others are directly valid in Dubai; you can rent a car without needing an international licence at all.

When Do You Need an International Driving Permit (IDP)?

For citizens of some countries not on that list, an International Driving Permit (IDP) may be required; this document is easy to obtain from the relevant authority in your home country.

Documents Required When Renting

When renting, you'll generally be asked for your passport, a valid driving licence (and an IDP if required), and in some cases a credit card; at Isimiz Rent a Car, we clarify exactly which documents you'll need before you book.