# How to Get a Driving Experience Certificate in Dubai for Overseas Licence - A Step-by-Step Guide **Published:** 2025-09-13T08:43:06.018Z **Updated:** 2026-08-11T13:20:25.744Z **Author:** Nupur Jain **Reviewer:** Toshita Chauhan Balochi **Original Url:** https://www.policybazaar.ae/car-insurance/articles/how-to-get-a-driving-experience-certificate-in-dubai/ **We are Rated:** 4.7/5 **Review Count:** 46,158 [Reviews](https://maps.app.goo.gl/Ry9H7NLgFAGso8gZ7) **Insurance Partners:** 35+ **Trusted Customers:** 2 Million+ **Policies Sold:** 1 Million+ Did you know that your driving licence in the UAE can also help you in getting a licence in another country? In some nations like the UK and various European Union countries, you can provide a Driver Experience Certificate (if you have a valid UAE licence) while applying for a licence. This can accelerate the application process. RTA offers a service to apply for a driver licence certificate through its digital and offline services. Also known as the ‘To Whom It May Concern’ certificate, it confirms the absence of a current driving licence or training file. It serves multiple purposes — professional, personal, or official requirements like employment, insurance, or international licence applications. ## How to Apply for a Driver Experience Certificate in Dubai? You can apply for a driving experience certificate online or offline as per your preferred mode. The methods offered are – * [Via RTA’s official website](#rta-method) * [RTA Dubai App](#rta-dubai-app) * [Dubai Now App](#dubai-now-app) * [RTA Self-Service Machines](#rta-self-service-machines) ## How to Get Driving Experience Certificate Online in Dubai? You can get the driving experience certificate online in Dubai with three methods. **These methods are -** ### Method1- RTA Website * **Step1-** Enter your Emirates ID, plate number, or driving licence details. * **Step2-** You will get an OTP on your registered mobile number. Enter the same to confirm your identity. * **Step3-** Select the ‘Driver Experience Certificate’ or ‘To Whom It May Concern Certificate’ option. * **Step4-** Pay the applicable fee and fines using your credit card. * **Step5-** You will get the certificate at your registered email address. ### Method2- RTA Dubai App * **Step1-** Log into the app and select ‘Driver Experience Certificate’. * **Step2-** Check the driving licence details. * **Step3-** Select the purpose for which you require the certificate. * **Step4-** Settle the outstanding traffic fines (if applicable) and pay the relevant fees using a credit card. * **Step5-** You will receive the certificate at your registered email address. Alternatively, you can view it in ‘My Docs’. ### Method3- Dubai Now App * **Step1-** Log into the app and select the ‘Driving’ option. Next, click on the ‘My Licence’ tab. * **Step2-** Select the ‘Driving Experience Certificate service’. * **Step3-** Choose the purpose of the certificate. * **Step4-** Pay off the outstanding traffic fines (if any). Also, use your credit card to settle the required service fee. * **Step5-** Your certificate will be issued. Check it and download it in PDF format. You will also get it at your email address. ## How to Get Driving Experience Certificate Offline in Dubai? ### RTA Self-Service Machines You can also apply for a driver experience certificate in person at certain RTA centres through their self-service kiosks. Here is how it works — * Enter your driving licence details. * Pay all the required fees and settle fines using your credit card. * You will receive the certificate. **Here is a list of the RTA centres that offer this service —** * Customer Happiness Centre – Deira, Al Manarah, Al Kifaf, Umm Ramool, Al Barsha, Al Twar * Muhaisna Shamil * Tamam Vehicle Testing * Tasjeel – Al Barsha, Al Tawar, Al Qusais * Wasel Vehicle Testing – Al Jaddaf **Note -** The process time for this service is 5 minutes. ## How Long is a Driver Experience Certificate Valid? A driver's experience certificate remains valid for 60 days from the day it is issued. ## Driver Experience Certificate Charges The service charge for a Driver Experience Certificate is AED 100. 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