How to Get a Driving License in Jeddah — 2025 Complete Guide

Jeddah is Saudi Arabia's second-largest city and its commercial hub, sitting on the Red Sea coast. As the gateway to Makkah and a major port city, Jeddah has diverse road conditions from the historic Al-Balad district to the modern King Abdulaziz Road and Corniche. This guide covers everything you need to get your driving licence in Jeddah in 2025.

The Driving Licence Process in Jeddah

1. 1.Enrol at a licensed driving school — Dallah is the most widely available
2. 2.Complete the required theory classes based on the official Moroor handbook
3. 3.Pass the computer theory test — 30 questions, 70% pass mark (21/30)
4. 4.Complete the required practical driving lessons
5. 5.Pass the practical driving test in the school compound and on public roads
6. 6.Pay the licence issuance fee and collect your Saudi driving licence

Required Documents

• •Valid Iqama (residency permit) or National ID
• •Valid passport with current visa (expats)
• •Medical fitness certificate from an Efada-approved centre (~SR 150)
• •Passport-sized photographs with white background
• •Booking confirmation from Absher
• •Licence issuance fee payment via Sadad (~SR 500)

The Computer Theory Test

The Dallah computer test is the same in every Saudi city — 30 questions from the Moroor handbook, 70% pass mark. Traffic signs are the most tested topic and appear in every test. Practice under the same timed conditions as the real test.

Driving Schools in Jeddah

• •Dallah Driving School — multiple branches in Jeddah including North Jeddah and South Jeddah locations
• •Al-Futtaim Driving Centre — available in Jeddah with modern training facilities
• •Local approved driving schools — Jeddah has numerous Moroor-approved private schools
• •Book via Absher platform — all approved schools are listed with availability

Moroor Offices in Jeddah

Jeddah's main Moroor offices are distributed across the city. Key locations include North Jeddah (Al-Salamah area), South Jeddah (Al-Naseem), and Central Jeddah branches. All appointments through Absher.

Local Driving Tips for Jeddah

• •King Abdulaziz Road (the main north-south artery) is always busy — avoid peak hours 7–9am and 4–7pm
• •The Corniche road is scenic but highly policed — cameras and patrols enforce speed limits strictly
• •Al-Balad (historic district) has very narrow streets — avoid unless necessary
• •Jeddah floods quickly during rare heavy rains — avoid underpasses in rain
• •The city is undergoing major infrastructure development — expect roadworks and diversions
• •Friday prayers cause road closures near mosques 11:30am–1:30pm