Can a South African drive in Dubai on a South African license?

Answer 1

yes.A foreign driver's license may be used in South Africa as long as it is in English. If the original is not in English, a translation must be obtained. It is, however, recommended that a "green card license" be obtained from Cape Town's Traffic Department. Foreign licenses cannot be replaced if they are lost or stolen in South Africa and some foreign licenses may not be covered by South African car insurers. For further information contact the Cape Town Traffic Department on: +27 21 419-2200.International Driving Permit:An IDP is recommended, because if you have an accident some insurance companies will insist on seeing one. Additionally, those licences that do not incorporate a photograph need to be accompanied by photographic proof of identity. An IDP may also be required for car hire.To apply for an IDP go to http://www.theaa.com/getaway/idp/motidp002.html

Answer 2

Yes!Yes, you can.

I did so in June 2005 - I was able to drive a rented car with a South African passport and drivers license. As long as you have your licence, and you know how to drive with patience... I realised they are more impatient in SA than here in the UK.

EDIT: LEGALLY - you can only drive for six monthsin the UK on an international licence. If you're here longer than that - you are required by law to take a UK driving test ! After the six months has expired, your licence is invalid - and you can be arrested if caught driving. ALSO - once your licence is expired, you no longer have insurance and the vehicle can be seized and crushed !

Answer 3

No, but you can have it converted. You need to take an eye test and be in the possession of a valid RSA drivers licence.

They will process and issue a UAE drivers license on the basis of a RSA license without any road or theoretical tests.

A UAE drivers license is valid for 10 years

Answer 4

No you would drive into the ocean. You have to fly there, From London to SA is about 4 hours

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Not true

You can drive form South Africa to London. Drive up East Africa into Egypt then round the eastern Mediterranean then though Turkey and across Europe. You would need to get a ferry across the English Channel or use the tunnel train.

However, while possible, it would be berry difficult to negotiate all the borders and countries on the way, particularly across the Middle East.

You could also drive up into Tunisia and catch a ferry to Spain.

Answer 5

yes but first you must contact the automobile association and they will convert it to a internatiniol drivers licence for south Africa

Answer 6

yes. You can also go to any DVLA office, pay a fee of 24 pounds, and your South African license will be swapped for a UK one.

Answer 7

No.Because there is sea between Europe and Africa.....

Answer 8

Yes you can, i have some friend who live in south Africa who drove from northwest England to pretoria, south Africa. It took them exactly 6 months.

Answer 9

Yes, was there in 2003, you must be in possession of your SA drivers licence, an International Driving Permit issued by the South African Automobile Association and your SA Passport.