Al-Khobar is part of the Eastern Province Tri-Cities and has one of the highest concentrations of expatriates in Saudi Arabia, largely due to proximity to Saudi Aramco and the international business community. Driving in Al-Khobar is generally well-organised, with a well-developed waterfront Corniche and good road infrastructure.
The Driving Licence Process in Al-Khobar
- 1.Enrol at a licensed driving school — Dallah is the most widely available
- 2.Complete the required theory classes based on the official Moroor handbook
- 3.Pass the computer theory test — 30 questions, 70% pass mark (21/30)
- 4.Complete the required practical driving lessons
- 5.Pass the practical driving test in the school compound and on public roads
- 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)
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Al-Khobar has a large expat population — if your home country is on the direct conversion list (UK, US, EU, GCC, Australia etc.) you may be able to convert your foreign licence without taking the full test. Check Absher.
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- •Dallah Driving School — Eastern Province branches serving Al-Khobar
- •Check Absher for all approved schools in the Al-Khobar/Dammam/Dhahran area
Local Driving Tips for Al-Khobar
- •The Corniche is Al-Khobar's most scenic road — popular for leisure driving but heavily patrolled
- •Prince Turki Road is the main commercial artery — very busy during business hours
- •Al-Khobar's grid layout makes navigation straightforward compared to other Saudi cities
- •The King Fahd Causeway to Bahrain is easily accessible — different speed and driving rules apply on the causeway
- •Traffic is lighter than Riyadh or Jeddah — but peak hours still see congestion near commercial areas
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