Can I ship my car from my home country to Dubai?
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Do I need a car to live in Dubai?
Depends on your neighbourhood and lifestyle. Metro corridors (Marina, Downtown, JLT, Business Bay) allow comfortable car-free living via metro + Careem. Villa communities (Springs, Ranches, Mirdif) essentially require a car. Families with school-run duties almost always need one car minimum. Monthly car lease costs AED 2,000–5,000; car ownership AED 1,500–3,000 in loan repayments.
Can I convert my foreign driving licence to a UAE licence?
Yes — if your country is on the UAE's approved exchange list (40+ countries including UK, US, EU, Australia, Canada), you can exchange directly: eye test, application, and AED 900–1,200 in fees. No driving test required. Other nationalities must complete a full RTA driving course (20–40 lessons, AED 4,000–8,000). Check the RTA approved country list first.