gov.qa Apply for Driving License : Qatar

Organization : Hukoomi, Government of Qatar
Facility : Apply for Driving License
Country : Qatar
Website : http://portal.www.gov.qa/wps/portal/!ut/p/a0/NYu9EsIgEISfxYIaop1dRgutUxjTneHEm5DjhhAc316YaLU_364edK8HhkwOEgUGX_L9Pc5HgfRSzaG9rFMIM6lmb274qHIKnJCTMn9kOoyZRlyUubKlTHYFX5ceSmRXrYCr_BwL3hpfHrygMiDiP88Q7cZ-ve6QtUzt7gvS_Mde/

Apply Driving License :

Motorists are required to hold a valid driving license in order to drive in Qatar. New visitor and tourists may use an international driving permit for up to six months, after which they are required to obtain a Qatari driving license.

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Some foreign driving licenses are recognized in Qatar, and can be converted into a valid Qatari driving license without any additional driving tests. First-time drivers should enroll in driving school ahead of time.

A vision test is mandatory for all applicants. This can be completed at the Ministry of Interior’s Traffic Department, or through a private hospital, clinic or licensed professional.

Offline Instructions :
1. Download and fill out the application form.
2. Submit the form and the required documents to the Medinat Khalifa Traffic Department, which include :
** A copy of your ID and three recent personal photos.

** Copies of the passport and the employer’s ID (for residents).
** Complete the required tests.
** Pay the appropriate fees.

Additional Information :
For residents, employers must sign the application form for the new license and specifying its type.

Fees :
The fees of a new private vehicle driving license for Qataris are QR500 (valid for 10 years) and QR250 for non-Qataris (valid for 5 years). You can view issuance and renewal fees of the driving licenses for all types of vehicles through this link.

View My Driving License Applications :
Topics : Visas and Official Documents, Transportation
Audience : Individuals
** Applicants can inquire about their own driving licenses or about licenses owned by any person under their personal sponsorships through Ministry of Interior online website. This service is available for Qataris and residents holding smart ID cards.

Online Instructions :
** Visit the Ministry of Interior online website.
** Select whether to inquire about your driving license or about that of another sponsored person.
** Enter the personal ID number if the driving license belongs to another sponsored person.

View and Pay Traffic Violations :
Topics : Transportation
Audience : Individuals
** Motorists may check and pay for traffic violations online through Ministry of Interior website.
** Violators can pay traffic fines in person by attending MoI collection office or the Traffic Department.

Online Instructions :
** Enter your ID, plate number or establishment ID.
** Each violation will be listed along with details including the date/time, location, description of violation and the amount due.
** Click on “Settlement of Violations”.
** Click on “Traffic Services”.
** Click on “Traffic Violations”.
** Log in with your smart card.
** Complete the payment process.

Additional Information :
** Motorists can check and pay for traffic violations online through Metrash2.

About Us :
The role of Qatar Official e-Government Portal, Hukoomi, is to make government information and services more efficient and effective in order to be accessible to all citizens, residents, visitors and businesses.

It also aims at raising awareness on the public programs, events, news and government initiatives, in line with the objectives defined by Qatar e-Government 2020 Strategy.

Through cooperation with the government entities and public service providers, Hukoomi portal allows users to access information and services online, easily and quickly.

The portal provides a number of important e-services, as well as official documents, service application forms and general information