General Information

General Information

Driving License Application Requirements

Eligibility Criteria

• Applicants must be at least 18 years old for a light vehicle license.

• Applicants must be at least 21 years old for heavy/equipment vehicle licenses.

Course Registration

• Beginners (no prior license) must enroll in the Full Course.

• Applicants holding a valid foreign license may register for the Half Course, subject to approval from the MOI Traffic Department.

License Processing

• The Department of License Affairs at Doha Driving Academy facilitates MOI approvals (Sunday to Wednesday, 7:00 AM – 11:30 AM).

• Ladies must visit on Thursdays for license processing.

Transmission Selection

• Students may choose either Automatic or Manual transmission training. (Note: An Automatic license does not permit driving Manual vehicles.)

Important Guidelines

• Existing Driving Files: Applicants with prior registrations at other schools must transfer their file. (Contact: 44792263 / 44792264)

• Profession Verification: Ensure your QID profession aligns with license eligibility. Refer to the official list for details.

• Eye Test Requirements: If wearing corrective lenses, ensure your ID photo matches.

  • Eye Test Center Hours: 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM & 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM (Saturday – Thursday)

• Access Card: Students must carry their training access card at all times.

• Attendance Policy: Missed sessions will be deducted from the allotted training schedule.

• Learning Permit Validity: Expires after 3 months (Renewal fee: QAR 150).

• Schedule Change Requests: Submit a formal letter for approval by the Training Manager.

Code of Conduct

• Bribery or gifts to staff or instructors are strictly prohibited.

For further clarification, please contact our Customer Care Division.