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Practical Saudi guides, news updates and explainers for expats living and working in the Kingdom.
How to Get a Driving License in Saudi Arabia (2026)
So you’ve arrived in the Kingdom. The sun is blazing, the highways are wide, and everyone around you seems to be driving with great confidence — and sometimes,…
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Driving in Saudi Arabia With an International or Foreign License: What Visitors Should Know
Visitors to Saudi Arabia are allowed to drive using an international or foreign driving license, provided specific conditions are met. The Saudi traffic authority has reiterated these requirements…
How to Renew a Driving License in Saudi Arabia
Renewing your Saudi driving license is a simple online process that can be completed through the Absher platform. However, certain conditions and payments must be fulfilled first. This…
How to Authorize Someone to Drive Your Vehicle via Absher in Saudi Arabia
If you’re a vehicle owner in Saudi Arabia and want to authorize someone else—whether a Saudi citizen or a resident—to drive your car, you can easily do it…
Muroor Explains Three Situations Where Hazard Lights Are Necessary
The Saudi Traffic Department has outlined three specific situations where drivers should use their hazard lights to ensure safety on the roads. Knowing when and why to use…
Fines for Expired Driving Licenses: What You Need to Know in Saudi Arabia
The Saudi Traffic Department has recently explained the rules for fines on expired driving licenses. Drivers have a 60-day grace period after their license expires to renew it…
Understanding Saudi Driving License Restriction Codes
If you have a driving license in Saudi Arabia, you may have noticed a code printed on it just below the blood group. This code represents specific restrictions…
Newly Arrived Expat Drivers Can Drive with Foreign Licenses – Here’s How
The Saudi Traffic Department (Muroor) has recently announced important guidelines for expatriates employed as drivers. These regulations outline the conditions under which foreign drivers can legally drive in…
How to Replace Your Old Driving License When Returning on a New Visa
If you’re an expat returning to Saudi Arabia on a new visa, one of the important things to take care of is replacing your old driver’s license. In…
With a Saudi Driving License, You Can Now Drive in 10 Countries
Saudi Driving License Opens Up Driving in 10 Countries If you possess a Saudi Arabian driving license, there’s good news! This documentation allows you to drive in no…
Saudi Arabia Driving License Fees: A Quick Guide for Different Types
Are you planning to apply for a driving license in Saudi Arabia? If yes, then it’s essential to understand the fees associated with different types of licenses available…
Traffic Violation Points in Saudi Arabia & License Suspension
Driving responsibly is essential to ensure the safety of all road users. Saudi Arabia has implemented a traffic violation point system to encourage safe driving and discourage dangerous…