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Apply for a New/Renewing/Amending Special Driving Permit

Obtain and renew all types of Special Driving Permits (Safari, Tram, Special Nature, and Occupational) to allow corporate employees to drive vehicles registered in the company name on and off company premises. You can amend permits for Safari vehicles only.


Output

Tram Driving Permit, valid for 1 year


Ways to Apply

Website
  • Website

Channels

Steps

To issue the permit

  1. The company representative logs in to the Special Driving Permits Management platform.
  2. The company representative enters the driver's Emirates ID number to add him to the drivers’ list.
  3. If the driver has a valid medical test result, the fees are paid and a Learning Permit to drive the tram is issued.
  4. If the driver doesn’t have a valid medical test result, the driver is referred to one of the accredited hospitals to undergo the medical test, then the fees are paid and a Learning Permit to drive the tram is issued.
  5. The driver completes the Tram Driving Training Programme designed according to the Competency Management System under direct supervision of the company operating the tram.
  6. The company representative can download a copy of the permit anytime through the Special Driving Permits Management platform or via SMS.

To renew the permit

  1. The company representative logs in to the Special Driving Permits Management platform.
  2. The company representative selects the permit to be renewed.
  3. The company representative pays the fees.
  4. The company representative can download a copy of the renewed permit anytime through the Special Driving Permits Management platform.
  5. The driver receives the permit by SMS and can check and download it through his dashboard on the RTA website.

To renew the Learning Permit

  1. The company representative logs in to the Special Driving Permits Management platform.
  2. The company representative pays the renewal fees of the learning permits that have expired or are about to expire.
  3. The company representative can download a copy of the renewed permit anytime through the Special Driving Permits Management platform.
  4. The driver receives the permit by SMS and can check and download it through his dashboard on the RTA website.

Service Time

Instantly

Important to Know

You Should Know

  1. The driver must be 25 years or older.
  2. The driver must hold a valid UAE Driving Licence and have at least 5 years of driving experience.
  3. The driver must pass the tram driving training programme designed according to the Competency Management System under direct supervision of the company operating the tram.
  4. The Tram Learning Permit is valid for 6 months.

Eligible Categories

Companies that own or operate trams and want to provide their drivers with Driving Permits under the company name

Service Requirements

  1. Valid Emirates ID of the driver
  2. Valid Medical Report of the driver from one of the accredited hospitals

Fees

Select Service Type

Payment Methods

  • Credit card

Terms and Conditions

None

FAQs

  1. Q: If I have a Special Driving Permit, can I use it to drive for more than one company?
    • A: No. According to RTA rules, if you have a Special Driving Permit, you can only drive for the company under which you're registered.
  2. Q: Where can I view my permit?
    • A: You can view your permit on RTA website dashboard.

Updated on: 21-May-2026

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