Qatar International Driving License Valid Countries List 2025

You can find out Qatar International Driving License Valid Countries List by the information listed below:

List of Approved Countries to Exchange Driving License in Qatar

Foreign driving licenses are not exchanged or accepted in Qatar. Here are the specific cases for foreign driving licenses in Qatar:

• Foreigners coming to the country to work and holding residency in Qatar: If the foreigner residing in Qatar holds a driving license issued by their country of origin or by an authority that accepts driving licenses issued by them:
  • The foreigner will be referred to a driving school to take a test to verify the foreigner’s driving ability.
  • The test will be conducted by the Traffic Department’s Success Committee.
  • If the foreigner passes, the required driving license will be issued.
  • If the foreigner fails the test the first time, the foreigner will be given another chance to take the test. If the foreigner fails the second chance, the foreigner will be transferred to a full course of instruction through the school.
• Tourists and visitors holding international driving licenses and residing in GCC countries: Foreign visitors or tourists holding a valid international driving license are permitted to drive with that license, provided that the driving period does not exceed six months. After this period, they must contact the licensing authority for approval.
• Foreign residents of GCC countries holding valid driving licenses issued by GCC countries: Holders of these licenses are permitted to drive for a period not exceeding three months. They are prohibited from entering Qatar for the purpose of tourism or visiting.