Now, apply for UAE driving licence at your home

(MENAFN- Khaleej Times) Applying for a driving licence in the emirate of Umm Al Quwain is set to get easier, thanks to a new scheme.

According to a system unveiled by emirate's police, eligible people will now be able to apply for a driving licence at their residence, at just Dh105 extra.

Lt-Col Mohammed Khalifa bin Antar, acting director of the licence department, UAQ Police, said applicants will be able to open their files for driving licences, and also undergo the mandatory eyesight examination, in the comfort of their homes.

"The service will be provided in collaboration with accredited opticians," he added.

Ahmed Shaaban Originally from Egypt, I have been in Dubai since December 2005. Before coming here, I worked as an English language instructor, chief En/Ar translator, proofreader, reporter in Egypt and Qatar. I have also worked as a reporter, correspondent and simultaneous translator with two satellite channels in Dubai. I have a masters degree in media, Cairo University, 2014, a bachelor degree in English language and translation, Ain Shams University, Cairo, 1996, and three post-graduate diplomas in English language and Instruction. With over 19 years of experience in translation, interpretation, EFL instruction, and reporting. I am interested in technology, aviation, politics, as well as community, parliament and defence issues. I enjoy reading, writing, exercising, and surfing the web.

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