Riyadh is Saudi Arabia's capital and largest city, home to more than 7 million residents and the busiest road network in the Kingdom. Getting your driving licence in Riyadh gives you access to an extensive highway and urban road system — but the city's traffic demands confident, rules-aware driving. This guide covers everything you need to know about getting your driving licence in Riyadh in 2025.
The Driving Licence Process in Riyadh
The Saudi driving licence process is managed nationally by the General Directorate of Traffic (Moroor) and is the same in every city. In Riyadh, you have the widest selection of driving schools and Moroor offices of any city in the Kingdom.
- 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)
The Computer Theory Test — The First Hurdle
The computer theory test (Dallah test) is the step where most candidates fail on their first attempt. It consists of 30 multiple-choice questions drawn from the official Moroor handbook — covering traffic signs, speed limits, violations and fines, demerit points, and right of way rules. You need 21 correct answers to pass.
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- •Dallah Driving School — the largest driving school in Saudi Arabia with multiple branches across Riyadh including Olaya, North Riyadh, and South Riyadh
- •Al-Futtaim Driving Centre — premium driving school with modern facilities in Riyadh
- •Saudi Driving School — branches across the city
- •Multiple government-approved private driving schools — check Absher for the full approved list
Moroor Offices in Riyadh
Riyadh has the most Moroor offices of any Saudi city. Key locations include offices in Olaya, Al-Swaidi, North Riyadh (Hittin), East Riyadh, and the main Moroor complex. All appointments must be booked in advance through the Absher platform.
Local Driving Tips for Riyadh
- •Riyadh has an extensive ring road and highway network — King Fahad Road, King Abdullah Road, and the Eastern Ring Road are the main arteries
- •Rush hours are severe: 7–9am and 4–7pm. Expect heavy congestion on King Fahad Road and King Abdullah Road
- •The Riyadh Metro opened in 2024 — some roads near metro stations have changed configuration
- •Saher cameras are densely installed on Riyadh's highways — strictly observe speed limits (80 km/h urban, 120 km/h on expressways)
- •Sand and dust storms reduce visibility unexpectedly — always carry headlights knowledge
- •Parking in central Riyadh (Olaya, Al-Malaz) is challenging — plan ahead
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