How to Renew Your Driving License in Saudi Arabia

If you're living and driving in Saudi Arabia, keeping your driving license valid is essential to avoid legal penalties, fines, or even vehicle impoundment. Fortunately, the Saudi government has made it easy to renew your driving license online through Absher—saving you the hassle of long queues and paperwork.

Whether you’re an expat or a Saudi citizen, this guide will walk you through everything you need to know about how to renew your driving license in Saudi Arabia, including eligibility, documents required, renewal fees, and how to check your license validity.

Why Timely Renewal Matters

Driving with an expired license is a traffic violation in Saudi Arabia and may result in:

✅ Fines up to SAR 500
✅ Difficulty renewing your Iqama or vehicle registration
✅ Points added to your traffic record
✅ Issues with insurance claims in case of an accident

To avoid these problems, it's best to renew your license before it expires—you can do so up to 180 days before the expiry date.

Who Can Renew a Driving License?

You can renew your license in Saudi Arabia if:

You are a resident with a valid Iqama or a Saudi citizen
You have a valid driving license issued in Saudi Arabia
You have cleared all traffic violations
You have completed the required medical checkup

Required Documents for License Renewal

Before starting the process, make sure you have the following:

✅ Valid Iqama or National ID
✅ Eye and medical test report from a MOH-approved clinic
✅ Payment of renewal fees through your bank
✅ No pending traffic violations or fines
✅ An Absher account

🔗 Related: Here’s how to check your traffic violations on Absher

Driving License Renewal Fees in Saudi Arabia

License Validity	Fee (SAR)
2 Years	80
5 Years	200
10 Years	400

Payment can be made online through your bank’s SADAD payments or MOI e-services section.

Step-by-Step: How to Renew Driving License on Absher

Follow these easy steps to renew your license from the comfort of your home:

🔹 Step 1: Log in to Absher

Go to https://www.absher.sa
Click on “Individuals”
Log in using your Iqama number and password
Enter the OTP received on your registered mobile

🔹 Step 2: Navigate to License Services

From the homepage, click “My Services”
Select “Traffic”
Click “Renew Driving License”

🔹 Step 3: Choose License and Duration

Select the license type (Private, Public, Motorcycle, etc.)
Choose the desired validity period (2, 5, or 10 years)
Confirm that your medical exam has been completed

💡 Tip: You can only renew a license of the same category. To upgrade, a separate application and driving test are required.

🔹 Step 4: Confirm and Submit

Review the details shown on screen
Click “Confirm” to finalize the renewal
You’ll receive a message confirming the successful renewal

How to Receive Your New License Card

After successful renewal, you have two options:

✅ 1. Pick Up from Traffic Department

Visit your nearest Muroor office (Traffic Department) with your old license and Iqama.

✅ 2. Home Delivery via Saudi Post (SPL)

Choose the Wasel service (Saudi Post delivery) via Absher and receive your license at your doorstep. Delivery fee is usually SAR 17.25.

🔗 Internal Link: Read our guide on how to register your national address for home deliveries

How to Check License Expiry Date

To find out when your license expires:

Log in to Absher
Click “Dashboard”
Select “My Vehicles” → “Driving License Info”
You’ll see your license number, category, issue date, and expiry date

Alternatively, you can check it from the Tawakkalna app under Documents → Driving License

Can You Renew an Expired Driving License?

Yes, you can still renew an expired license, but if it’s more than 60 days overdue, you may need to pay a late renewal penalty of SAR 100 per year of delay.

Common Problems & Solutions

Problem	Solution
“Medical test not found” error	Visit an approved clinic and redo test
Pending traffic violations	Pay all fines via Absher or your bank
Incorrect license category shown	Contact Muroor for correction
Lost or stolen license	Report in Absher and request replacement

FAQs About Driving License Renewal

❓ Can I renew my license if I’m outside Saudi Arabia?

No, you must be in the Kingdom to complete the renewal process and medical exam.

❓ Do women follow the same renewal steps?

Yes, women drivers go through the same Absher process as men.

❓ Is a driving test required for renewal?

No, not unless your license expired a long time ago or there are serious traffic violations.

❓ Can I renew someone else’s license?

No. The license holder must log in to their own Absher account to renew.

Final Thoughts

Renewing your Saudi driving license is quick, easy, and fully digital thanks to Absher. Just ensure your medical test is up-to-date, your fines are cleared, and your bank payment is made. You can then enjoy years of worry-free driving in the Kingdom.

Whether you're an expat renewing a private license or a professional driver keeping your commercial license valid, early renewal saves you time, money, and stress.

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