Dubai Driving Center (DDC) Dubai: Fees, Timings & Packages
Dubai Driving Center (DDC) is an RTA-approved driving school established in Dubai in 2003, with its head office on Jumeirah Road and around 20 branches across the city. It trains drivers for light vehicle, motorcycle, light bus, heavy bus, heavy truck, and forklift licences, using one of Dubai's largest training fleets.
What courses and licences does DDC offer?
DDC offers courses for new and experienced drivers across these licence categories:
- Light motor vehicle (car)
- Motorcycle
- Heavy truck
- Heavy bus
- Light bus
- Light and heavy forklift
Theory test and RTA practice
DDC includes theory preparation in its courses. Practise free with our RTA theory test mock tests to prepare for the official computer test before you sit it.
DDC fees
DDC car-course fees depend on your required training hours, which fall with driving experience. The prices below exclude 5% VAT.
| Light vehicle (auto or manual) | Road hours | Total hours | Regular | Friday/Night/Shift |
| Beginner | 20 | 28 | AED 3,835 | AED 4,405 |
| 2 to 5 years | 15 | 23 | AED 3,220 | AED 3,640 |
| Over 5 years | 10 | 18 | AED 2,620 | AED 2,890 |
Other categories are priced as follows:
| Category | Regular | Friday/Night/Shift |
| Royal VIP (car) | AED 17,000 to 25,000 | AED 17,000 to 25,000 |
| Light bus | AED 4,490 | AED 5,090 |
| Motorcycle | AED 2,290 to 3,190 | AED 2,515 to 3,640 |
| Forklift | AED 3,650 | AED 4,250 |
File-opening and other fees
These cover file opening, the learning permit, and theory training. RTA charges are separate from DDC service charges:
| Fee | RTA (AED) | DDC (AED) |
| Opening file (all categories) | 200 | 540 |
| Light vehicle learning permit | 100 | - |
| Heavy vehicle learning permit | 200 | - |
| Knowledge handbook | 50 | - |
| Theory preparation training (per hour) | - | 50 |
| Knowledge dirham | 10 | - |
| Innovation dirham | 10 | - |
Test fees
Internal, knowledge, and final test fees, plus licence issuance and assessment charges:
| Fee | RTA (AED) | DDC (AED) |
| Internal test (motorcycle, heavy, light vehicle) | 220 | 70 |
| Knowledge test (all categories) | 220 | 70 |
| Final test (all categories) | 220 | 70 |
| Licence issuance (more than 1 year) | 320 | 100 |
| Licence issuance (1 year) | 120 | 100 |
| Evaluation test (light vehicle) | - | 100 |
| Initial driving assessment (all categories) | - | 100 |
All prices are in AED and exclude 5% VAT. Confirm current fees with DDC before you enrol.
DDC timings
| Training type | Timing |
| Regular | 8:30 AM to 2:30 PM |
| Extra afternoon slot | 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM |
| Night | 8:00 PM to 11:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM |
Note: Timings vary by branch and change during Ramadan and public holidays.
How to transfer your file to DDC
To move your driving file from another school to DDC, bring the following documents:
- A valid passport copy with your Dubai residence visa.
- Two passport-size photographs.
- Your original file from the traffic department with a valid learning permit.
- A letter from your former school stating the number of classes completed, plus a No Objection Certificate (NOC).
- Your original Emirates ID.
DDC offers and discounts
DDC runs discounts for students, bank-card holders, families, and seasonal promotions. Check current offers and vouchers before you register.
DDC location and contact
- Head office: Jumeirah Road, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Phone: +971 4 345 5855
- Email: enquiries@dcds123.ae
- Website: dubaidrivingcenter.ae
Each branch has its own phone and email. Find your nearest branch on the DDC branches page.