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Using USA driving license in Saudi Arabia

Hello All,

I will be moving to Riyadh next month coming from USA. I have one question regarding driving in KSA:

Do I have to get an IDP (International Driving Permit) to drive in KSA/Riyadh OR my current USA driving license is acceptable in KSA for driving?

Thanks

ayhz2013
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Idl is good until you get an iqama then a ksa dl.is req
First of all welcome to saudi :)
I'm sure you have to have a saudi DL but you can always get international one online ! Some travling agent can translate it for but that will be permanent till you get a saudi one and it's so easy to get one here ! I'm sure  ppl who you work for will take you or at least they will let you know how to do it ! If not just let me know no worries :)
Thanks a lot guys. That makes it clear. I will get the IDL here in USA through AAA insurance.

Thanks

ayhz2013
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When the time comes that you want to get a KSA license, the following information will come in handy:

https://www.expat.com/en/guide/middle-e … cence.html

Good luck and welcome to the Kingdom!
Saudi License come what may!!! is needed....dude..
I got today the IDL. It is valid for one year. I have two questions:

1) How much does it cost (average) to rent a Japanese/Korean car (intermediate/standard size)in Riyadh?
2) Do they offer discounts for monthly rentals?

Thanks

ayhz2013
Here's a list of previous threads discussing this topic:

https://www.expat.com/en/search.php?cx= … 1265774j26

Hope you find the information you need!
Thanks Alliecat, this helped to get an idea
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2013,

welcome to Riyadh, wish you all the best.
Please do not hesitate to PM should you need any help with the rental, I can refer to people who can offer a good monthly deal.

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