Driving licenses around the world are a vital part of a safe driving experience, and if you’re an expatriate or visitor in Saudi Arabia then you’re going to need your driving license translated accurately to match the local laws and regulations. There are plenty of sources to translate driving licenses in Saudi Arabia but the best professional provider of driving license Arabic translation is Alsun Arabia. Our team of professional translators covers over 50 languages with tailored translations to get your foreign driving license recognized and accepted by Saudi authorities.
Why you need driving license translation
If you need to drive around in Saudi Arabia for work, tourism, or personal reasons, then you’re likely to need a Saudi driving license translation. There are many reasons why it’s important for expats and foreign visitors to translate driving licenses and not just settle for the original document. Here are some of them:
Convenience: It is actively encouraged to carry credentials in the language of the country you’re staying in for easy access should traffic officers or other officials require to see them. Driving license Arabic translation ensures that local authorities know who you are.
Compliance With Local Authorities: The local authorities of Saudi Arabia require all documents belonging to an expat or a visitor to be in Arabic or English. Driving license translation ensures your driving licences complies with the local laws and regulations.
Avoid Penalties: As the local authorities require your driving license to be in Arabic or English, driving with an untranslated license could result in a fine or other legal issues if you’re caught. By translating your license, you are ensuring you’re on the right side of the Saudi law.
Smooth Car Rentals: Most agencies renting cars in Saudi Arabia require a translated version of your driving license to testify that you can drive and ensure that you abide by the local law in the cars they rent you.
Insurance Purposes: In cases of accidents or car crashes, your insurance company is going to need the translated version of your driving license to be able to process claims.
the requirements procedures for obtaining a Saudi driving license
this process typically involves specific steps mentioned as follows:
- Obtaining a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the legal agent in Saudi Arabia to start the process of getting Saudi driving license .
- Obtaining a translation of foreign driving license to have an authorized driving license in Saudi Arabia.
- Providing a medical checkup from a Saudi Arabian hospital to be approved by traffic authorities.
- Filling out an application for confirming the issued Saudi Arabia driving license English .
- Paying the required fees.
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Saudi driving license translation
The Saudi driving licence must be translated as it is considered a necessary document for identification. Its translation greatly helps in proving identity, similar to a passport or personal ID. Also, when you translate your driving licence, you can legally drive in many countries around the world. Translating the license also facilitates renting a car abroad and helps you receive the full insurance amount after the rental period ends.
Driving licence translation requires extensive experience in the translation field, as it must be translated correctly, accurately, and acceptably to the country the traveler will go to. Therefore, a specialist in the translation field must be consulted to translate it correctly. Thus, you can rely on Alsun office, which is one of the best translation offices for providing driving licence translation services.
How To Translate Your Saudi Driving License?
Saudi driving license translation is a straightforward process that takes little to no time and almost always comes out 100% accurate. Alsun Arabia Translation is one of the best translation agencies to translate driving licenses and here’s how to guarantee our translations are always the right fit:
- Submit Your License: Make sure to provide our team with a clear copy of your driving license and ensure all its details are visible.
- Certification and Attestation: Our Saudi driving license translations are certified to match any official need.
- Receive Your Translated License: Once our team is done with the translation, you’ll be ready to drive safely and without worries on Saudi roads.
- Keep the Original: It’s preferable that you carry both versions of your driving license, the original and translated while driving.
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Our expertise in driving license translation
Alsun Arabia delivers exceptional quality in driving license translation tailored to meet the different formats of every source language. With a team of certified translators specializing in all types of legal documents, your driving license can be translated efficiently into both Arabic and English. Alsun understands the importance of legal compliance for foreigners in Saudi Arabia because it ensures clear and smooth processes across their entire stay. We also translate driving licenses along with certifications that meet all legal requirements of the Saudi government. With a commitment to efficiency, Alsun offers fast turnaround times without compromising on quality, making the process seamless and stress-free for you.
Converting a driving license in Saudi Arabia
Some individuals may need to translate their Saudi driving licence to convert or replace it. In this case, certain documents are necessary to replace a foreign driving licence in Saudi Arabia:
- An electronic copy of the foreign driving lessons, ensuring it is still valid.
- An electronic copy of the lqama (residency permit) and national ID.
- An electronic copy of the driving licence for translation, front and back, so all data is visible and clear.
Driver license translation online
Alsun office provides provides Saudi driving licence translation services into English and into many other languages. The office can translate a driving licence into more than 50 languages worldwide such as French, German, Chinese, Japanese, Russian, Turkish and Italian to make it easier for you to travel from one country to another with an accredited license in multiple languages.
You can translate your driving licence online by sending a copy of the license to be translated. It will be translated with high accuracy and professionalism, reviewed and then sent back to you after accreditation at the agreed-upon time, so the office saves clients time and effort.
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Cost of driving license translation
The cost of translating a driving licence varies from one licence to another depending on several factors, the most important for which are:
- The company’s experience significantly affects the translation cost.
- Some language pairs are difficult to to translate from and into, thus increasing their cost.
- The more words, the higher the cost.
Conclusion
Saudi driving licence translation is an important service provided by Alsun office with high accuracy and professionalism at special prices. To obtain driving licence translation services into Arabic or any other language, you can contact the office now.
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FAQ
Is there a Saudi driving license internationally?
Not exactly, but SATA Club located in Saudi Arabia permits driving cars in Saudi Arabia and internationally too.
What are the foreign countries' driving licenses that are approved by the traffic police of Saudi Arabia?
These countries are: United States of America, European Union countries, Canada, New Zealand, and Australia, with some Gulf countries.
How can I translate my driving licence in Saudi Arabia?
You can contact the Alsun office to obtain an accurate translation on the agreed-upon date. We guarantee you high quality translation that meets all international standards.
How to convert a driving license in Saudi Arabia?
The foreign licence must be translated and attached among the required documents on the Absher platform, then an appointment is booked to replace the license.
Which countries are approved to exchange driving licenses in Saudi Arabia?
Many countries recognize the Saudi driving licence, such as Bahrain, kuwait, Qatar, UAE, Oman, Jordan, Morocco, England, Austria, the European Union, the USA and Canada.
How much is Riyal for driving license in Saudi Arabia?
The annual fee for a private driving licence in saudia Arabia is 100 Riyals and 150 Riyals for transfer of ownership.