Qatar Driving License Renewal 2025: A Step-by-Step Guide

Driving license renewals in Qatar are available through the Ministry of Interior’s e-services portal, the Metrash app, or through traffic service centers. To benefit from this service without facing any difficulties, drivers must provide their old license and the renewal application fees.

How to Renew Driving License in Qatar

To renew Qatar driving license, Just follow these easy steps:

  • Step 1: Go to the Qatari Ministry of Interior services portal “from here“.
  • Step 2: Create an account for the new user and then log in.
  • Step 3: Click on the Traffic Services option.
  • Step 4: Click on Driving License Services from the list.

How to Renew Driving License in Qatar

  • Step 5: Click on Renew Driving License.
  • Step 6: Continue checking data and entering information.
  • Step 7: Complete the payment process and submit the license renewal application.

Driving License Renewal Requirements in Qatar

The following list outlines the requirements for renewing a driving license in Qatar:

  • The applicant must hold a Qatari driving license.
  • The residence permit must be valid if the applicant is a resident.
  • The renewal fee must be paid.
  • The service can be submitted electronically via Metrash, through the Ministry of Interior’s services portal, or by visiting a traffic center or driving school.
  • For light licenses:
    • Renewal can be done directly with the fees through the eGovernment website without having to visit the General Traffic Department.
    • You must provide the old license to issue the new one.
  • Heavy equipment, machinery and machinery licenses:
    • An eye examination (medical) must be performed by the eye examination office of the Police Medical Services (Traffic) or any educational institution with a police office.
    • The license holder may then be represented by another person.

Qatar Driving License Renewal Locations

The following list shows the locations for renewing driving licenses in Qatar:

  • Abu Samra Border Traffic Services Section
  • Al Daayen-Simaisma Traffic Services Section
  • Al Khor Traffic Services Section
  • Al Rayyan Traffic Services Section
  • Al Shahaniya Traffic Services Section
  • Al Shammal Al Ruwais Traffic Services Section
  • Al Wakra Traffic Services Section
  • Al Zubara Traffic Services Section
  • Education City Traffic Services Section
  • General Traffic Department – Main Admi  Madinat Khalifa
  • Hamad Medical City Traffic Services Section
  • Mesaimeer Traffic Services Section
  • Qatar Airways Traffic Services Section next to the airport
  • Souq Waqif Traffic Services Section
  • Umm Salal Traffic Services Section

Qatar Driving License Renewal Office Timings

The following table shows the working hours of the Qatari driving license renewal offices:

Qatar Driving License Renewal Office Working Days Timings
Abu Samra Border Traffic Services Section Every Day 24 Hours
Al Daayen-Simaisma Traffic Services Section From Sunday to Thursday From 6:30 am to 12:30 pm
Al Daayen-Simaisma Traffic Services Section From Sunday to Thursday From 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Al Khor Traffic Services Section From Sunday to Thursday From 6:30 am to 12:30 pm
Al Rayyan Traffic Services Section From Sunday to Thursday From 6:30 am to 12:30 pm
Al Rayyan Traffic Services Section From Sunday to Thursday From 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Al Rayyan Traffic Services Section Saturday From 8:00 am to 12:00 pm
Al Shahaniya Traffic Services Section From Sunday to Thursday From 6:30 am to 12:30 pm
Al Shammal Al Ruwais Traffic Services Section From Sunday to Thursday From 6:30 am to 12:30 pm
Al Shammal Al Ruwais Traffic Services Section From Sunday to Thursday From 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Al Wakra Traffic Services Section From Sunday to Thursday From 6:30 am to 12:30 pm
Al Zubara Traffic Services Section From Sunday to Thursday From 6:00 am to 1:00 pm
Education City Traffic Services Section From Sunday to Thursday From 6:00 am to 1:00 pm
General Traffic Department – Main Admi  Madinat Khalifa From Sunday to Thursday From 6:00 am to 12:00 pm
General Traffic Department – Main Admi  Madinat Khalifa From Sunday to Thursday From 1:00 pm to 7:00 pm
General Traffic Department – Main Admi  Madinat Khalifa Saturday From 8:00 am to 12:00 pm
Hamad Medical City Traffic Services Section From Sunday to Thursday From 6:30 am to 12:30 pm
Mesaimeer Traffic Services Section From Sunday to Thursday From 6:30 am to 12:30 pm
Mesaimeer Traffic Services Section From Sunday to Thursday From 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Mesaimeer Traffic Services Section Saturday From 8:00 am to 12:00 pm
Qatar Airways Traffic Services Section next to the airport From Sunday to Thursday From 6:30 am to 12:30 pm
Souq Waqif Traffic Services Section From Sunday to Thursday From 6:30 am to 12:30 pm
Souq Waqif Traffic Services Section From Sunday to Thursday From 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Umm Salal Traffic Services Section From Sunday to Thursday From 6:30 am to 12:30 pm
Umm Salal Traffic Services Section From Sunday to Thursday From 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm

Driving License Renewal Qatar Price

The following table details the driving license renewal prices in Kuwait:

Transaction Fees
Renewing a private light vehicle driver’s license for Qataris for 10 years 500 QAR
Renewing a private light vehicle driver’s license for non-Qataris for 5 years 250 QAR
Renewing a heavy vehicle driver’s license for Qataris for 10 years 600 QAR
Renewing a heavy vehicle driver’s license for non-Qataris for 5 years 300 QAR
Renewing a construction, agricultural, or industrial vehicle driver’s license for Qataris for 10 years 600 QAR
Renewing a construction, agricultural, or industrial vehicle driver’s license for non-Qataris for 5 years 300 QAR
Renewing a motorcycle driver’s license for Qataris for 10 years 300 QAR
Renewing a motorcycle driver’s license for non-Qataris for 5 years 150 QAR
Renewing a temporary driver’s license for tourists, visitors, and foreigners for non-Qataris for 5 years 150 QAR
Renewing driving instruction licenses for all types of vehicles for 3 months 150 QAR
Renewing an annual permit to drive taxis, limousines, and public transport vehicles for 3 months 150 QAR

Link to Renew Qatar Driving License

You can go to the Qatari Ministry of Interior’s e-services portal via the link eservices.moi.gov.qa to log in and then submit a driving license renewal application.

Conclusion

To renew your driving license in Qatar, you can use the Ministry of Interior’s services portal or the Metrash app. The service is also available through traffic branches during official working hours if you encounter a problem dealing with electronic channels.

Questions & Answers

How can I renew my driving license in Qatar online?

How can I renew my driving license in Qatar online?

Driving licenses can be renewed online in Qatar through the Ministry of Interior's services portal or via the Metrash app on my smartphone.

Can I renew my driving license in Qatar at a traffic office?

Can I renew my driving license in Qatar at a traffic office?

Yes, I can renew my driving license in Qatar at a traffic office during official working hours.

How much does it cost to renew my driving license in Qatar?

How much does it cost to renew my driving license in Qatar?

Driving license renewal fees in Qatar start from QAR 150 and go up to QAR 600, depending on the license category and applicant.