Getting a driving licence in Qatar
Conversion for eligible countries, driving school and Metrash fines.
In short
Residents from many countries (GCC, EU, US, UK etc.) can convert their licence after an eye test. Others must complete driving school and tests. Fines are paid via Metrash.
- Fee
- QAR 250 (5 years)
- Conversion
- For listed countries
- Fines
- Metrash
- Authority
- Traffic Department
Step by step
Tick each step as you finish it. Open a step to see what to do.
At an approved optician.
1 day
Documents checklist
Do’s and don’ts
Do
- Pay fines before travel
Don’t
- Don’t use phone while driving
Cost estimator
Untick what doesn't apply to you. These are rough figures and fees change often, so check with the authority.
Watch out
- Radar fines can block QID renewal.
Common questions
Can I drive with a foreign licence?
Visitors yes, for 7 days to 3 months depending on country.
Official links
Background and more detail
Residents from many countries (GCC, EU, US, UK etc.) can convert their licence after an eye test. Others must complete driving school and tests. Fines are paid via Metrash.
Key facts
- Fee: QAR 250 (5 years)
- Conversion: For listed countries
- Fines: Metrash
- Authority: Traffic Department
Steps
- Eye test – At an approved optician.
- Apply at traffic department – Or driving school.
- Tests if required – Theory and practical.
Watch out
- Radar fines can block QID renewal.
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