Apply for an Electrical Scooter Driving Permit
To be able to drive an electrical scooter in Dubai, you need to obtain an e-Scooter Driving Permit, if you don't already have any type of Driving Licence.
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Electrical Scooter Driving Permit
Ways to Apply
Website
- Website
- RTA Smart Apps
- RTA Partner Apps
Channels
Steps
- Go to Apply for an Electrical Scooter Driving Permit page.
- Follow the instructions and fill in your information correctly. If you don't have an RTA account or a Traffic File, you must create one before applying for the service.
- The system verifies your identity by sending an OTP to your registered phone number after you enter your Emirates ID or passport details.
- Complete the online theory lectures and pass the test.
- If passed, receive the electronic permit through the website and by SMS.
- Find the permit in My Docs in RTA Smart App.
Service Time
1 hour
Channels
Steps
- Select the service.
- In case you have a Driving Licence, there's no need for a test. You can download the handbook and check the lectures.
- In case you don't have a Driving Licence, you can check the lectures and take a 30-minute test.
- If you fail, you can retake the test.
- If you pass, you'll receive the permit, which you can download.
Service Time
1 hour
Channels
- Dubai Now ( Google play - App store )
Steps
- Log in using your UAE Pass.
- Go to Services and select Transport .
- Click Electrical Scooter Permit.
- Click Start to proceed to the theoretical lectures.
- Complete the lectures then the 20-question theoretical test within 30 minutes.
- If you pass, select the permit delivery method and click Continue .
- Pay the fees through DubaiPay and click Get Permit.
- Receive the permit which you can download.
Service Time
1 hour
Important to Know
You Should Know
- If you have a Driving Licence, you aren't required to apply for an e-Scooter Driving Permit, regardless of the licensing authority that issued your licence.
- You must present your Driving Licence or e-Scooter Driving Permit to the rental company to allow you to rent and drive the scooter.
You Should Do
- Meet the requirements of the awareness training course provided through the RTA website or smart app.
- Pass the theoretical test after completing the training course.
- Carry your Driving Licence while using the scooter and present it to the authorised judicial officers upon request.
Eligible Categories
Citizens, residents, and visitors, 16 years or older
Service Requirements
I Am
Fees
- Free
Terms and Conditions
None
FAQs
- Q: Can I apply for the permit if I'm on a visit visa?
- A: If you're on a visit visa, you must apply for the permit as a tourist.
- Q: Must I have a local mobile number to apply for the permit?
- A: Yes.
- Q: Is there a maximum number of attempts to apply for the permit?
- A: No.
- Q: Must I carry a hard copy of the permit while driving the e-scooter?
- A: No, you can use the e-copy available on the RTA app.
- Q: How can I apply as a visitor using my passport?
- A: You can use the unified number.
- Q: Can I use the permit to drive any other type of scooter?
- A: No, you can only use the permit to drive the e-scooter.
- Q: Who issues the e-scooter fines?
- A: Dubai Police issues the e-scooter fines. The customer can refer to Dubai Police to dispute the fine and enquire about payment methods.
- Q: How can I reprint the e-scooter permit?
- A: You must follow these steps:
- Go to Apply for an Electrical Scooter Driving Permit page.
- Follow the instructions and fill in your information correctly.
- The system verifies your identity by sending an OTP to your registered phone number after you enter your Emirates ID or passport details.
- The previous permit is displayed. You can download it again as the permit doesn't have a validity period.
- A: You must follow these steps:
- Q: What must I do if there's a technical issue with the mobile number and OTP?
- A:
- For Emirates ID holders: Ensure that the mobile number in the Emirates ID is updated to receive the verification OTP.
- For visitors (passport holders): You can enter any UAE mobile number to receive the OTP on it.
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- Q: What must I do if there's a technical issue with the Emirates ID?
- A: If you're a UAE resident and the system couldn’t extract your data through your Emirates ID, the system will ask you to enter the information manually (full name, nationality, date of birth) to apply for the permit.
- Q: What must I do if the unified number format is invalid?
- A: You can obtain the valid unified number through this link .
Updated on: 04-November-2025