Like other cities in the Emirates, driving is legal for women in Dubai as well. Over time, the number of female drivers in Dubai is increasing. The social acceptance of women driving is growing day by day, and many working women are taking it up as a profession. The Dubai authorities have provided ample facilities and security for them. They enjoy equal rights as men. The Dubai Taxi Corporation has a Pink Taxi service, operated by female drivers, which started in 2007. It is a safe and comfortable transport option for female passengers and families. Moreover, for job-seeking women, Pink Taxi can be a significant employment opportunity.

License Process:

You need a valid visa to get a driving license in Dubai, but not a visit visa. The age for a driving license varies according to the type of vehicle. 

• 17 years for motorcycles
• 18 years for cars and light vehicles
• 20 years for heavy bicycles and tractors
• 21 years for buses.

The first step is to open the file. To open the file, you should go to the Driving Institution approved by RTA. Some notable driving institutions are:

• Dubai Driving Center (DDC)
• Emirates Driving Institute (EDI)
• Galadari Motor Driving Centre (GMDC)

All that is needed to open the file is as follows

• The original Emirates ID card
• Copy of passport
• Copy of residence visa
• Eye test report 

Then to enrolled in driving school. Driving schools will prepare you for theoretical, practical, and final exams by taking theoretical and practical classes.

Theoretical Classes and Examinations:

In theoretical classes, theoretical education is given about traffic rules, various types of traffic signs, signs, safety, and various road signals. Then you have to give the theoretical exam, this exam type is like MCQ. A few options will be given for each question from which the correct answer has to be identified. The test can be taken directly or through mobile-related apps. If you do not pass this step, you have to retake the test.

Practical Training and Examination:

After passing the theoretical test the step is practical training and examination. Practical driving is taught at this stage. This step has to be passed through road tests, and various types of parking tests. Final test after completing this step properly. Which is taken by the concerned department of the government. Passing that final exam will get the license within a certain period of time.

This licensing process can normally take 3-4 months to complete.

Challenges girls may face while driving in Dubai:

Traffic pressure is relatively high during office hours and on busy roads. Which can be challenging for new drivers. However, if you drive regularly, it will seem normal.

Speed, road changes, quick decision-making as required by conditions, etc. may seem difficult in the beginning. As experience increases, things will become easier.

Finding a parking space on busy roads, commercial areas, or large shopping malls, safe and proper parking for women can be challenging, especially for newbies.

Dubai is a modern and bustling city with multi-lane roads and expressways. Adjusting to women drivers especially newbies can be difficult at first.