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If you ever visit the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA), here is a guide to help you to drive properly.
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Drive on the right side of the road. The steering wheel is on the left side like in the US and most countries.[1]
Get a license. You will need to pass a reverse or parallel parking test.[2] It doesn't matter which type of car you get, manual or automatic transmission.Advertisement
Don't drive over the speed limit. Although very common, it is being enforced; there are cops with speed cameras almost everywhere. Undercover cops are also very common on highways, usually a white lumina, crown Victoria, or corolla with flashers hid behind the tinted glass, and sometimes they have police bumpers.
Drive in the extreme right lane if you are traveling slower than other traffic; be alert for traffic exiting and entering the road, particularly if the right side is not curbed. Pass on the left.
Use turn signal/indicators in the direction you want to go when changing lanes, turning, and waiting at signals, etc.- 6Be cautious if you are a woman. As of June 2018, it is no longer illegal for women to drive in Saudi Arabia.[3] However, it's entirely possible that a woman driving may be met with negative reactions from men. Take caution not to break any driving laws, so as to avoid drawing the attention of an ill-mannered policeman.
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- QuestionHow do I get a temporary driving licence if I'm going on a visit visa to KSA for one month?
Community AnswerTravel agencies such as AAA are able to assign you an international license. - QuestionCan I drive in Saudi Arabia if I have a UAE-valid light vehicle license?Community AnswerYou can drive in Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar and Saudi Arabia with a valid UAE license.
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- If you have a Saudi driver's license, you can visit other Middle Eastern countries and drive there with your license.Thanks
- Carry an emergency kit in your car, including a spare tyre, first aid kit, fire extinguisher, warning triangle, etc.Thanks
- There are roads of different sizes here. Some roads have up to 4-5 lanes on each side. The most common size road has 3 lanes in each direction.Thanks
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Warnings
- Maintain your car properly. If you can't afford to maintain a car then please don't buy a car at all. It's better to keep in mind the safety of others.Thanks
- Accidents are common mainly due to over-speeding and law breaking. Please drive carefully.Thanks
- Driving can be dangerous. If you cannot drive in another country or are not capable of driving normally, do not attempt to drive in the KSA.Thanks
- Some people don't follow rules so before crossing a signal at green light check both sides for any incoming cars.Thanks
- If the police catches you driving on a red light, over speeding(9-25 KM over), the fine is 300 Riyals ($80) if you are speeding above 25 kilometers (16 mi) of the speed limit the fine is 500 Riyals (~$133).Thanks
- At some places roads are in bad conditions ,so drive slowly while warning others with your hazard lights.Thanks
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