What do I need to rent a car in Dubai as a tourist?

Renting a car in Dubai is easy and quick. You just need to have a passport, an international driver's license (we'll talk more about it below, mentioning every country that needs it and those who don't), be at least 21 years old, and have some driving experience.



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Complete your plans today by reserving a ride with Uber in Dubai. Request a ride up to 30 days in advance, at any time and on any day of the year.

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Customers must either hold a US visa or a permanent residence card (also known as a green card) valid for at least six months. The 14-day UAE visa on arrival costs AED 120. If needed, the visa can be extended once for an additional 14 days for AED 250.

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So, to answer the question, you can legally bring up to AED 10,000 when you travel to Dubai. There is no such limit set. If you are carrying more than AED 100,000.00 in local currency or equivalent foreign currency, you will have to declare at the customs using a DRIC form (Declaration Regarding Importation of Cash).

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While it is possible to use credit cards at most locations and at the ATM, it is still important for you to have cash on you in the UAE. Some credit cards come with attractive features for frequent travellers, including complimentary travel insurance, rewards points, and additional security measures.

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In Dubai, Uber and Careem typically cost more than a taxi . The advantage is that Uber offers a flat rate, so if there's traffic and you're going a long distance, it can also be cheaper. In general, Careem is less expensive than Uber for shorter distances and Uber is less expensive for longer distances.

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HOW MUCH IS A ONE-DAY TAXI IN DUBAI? You can reserve a Dubai taxi for AED 500 (6 hours), AED 800 (12 hours), or AED 1000 (24 hours).

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