Is a person who is in the UAE on a visit visa legally allowed to drive a private vehicle if they already hold a valid driving license? If yes, what type of driving license is required (UAE or international), and are there any specific rules, restrictions, or conditions that must be followed?
Yes, visit visa holders are allowed to drive a private vehicle in the UAE if they have a valid UAE driving license.
However, there are certain conditions 👇
✅ Allowed to Drive When:
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The person holds a valid UAE driving license
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The vehicle is a private vehicle (owned personally or by a friend/family member)
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The vehicle is used for personal purposes only
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No commercial use is involved (such as taxi, delivery, or company work)
❌ Not Allowed to Drive:
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Commercial or company vehicles
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Driving for salary or work-related purposes
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Delivery, taxi, or rent-for-work vehicles
If you want, I can also make this more formal, simpler, or suitable for a social media post 👍
