getting a car and driving in Dubai

Last activity 26 September 2008 by Seabee

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yankeeNew member23 September 2008 17:59:13

What is the deal with driving in Dubai? Assuming I will be working somewhere downtown will I need to buy/lease a car? What happens to my American liscense? Do I need a UAE one instead? How expensive are cars to lease?

SeabeeContributor26 September 2008 16:51:51

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We don't have a viable public transport system, so private cars are how we get around. The traffic is horrendous and finding a parking space is all but impossible.
Or you can use taxis.
When you have your residence visa you must get a Dubai driving licence. You can't buy a car until you have the res visa.
Prices are cheap. For example a new Toyota Camry is AED55,000 (US$14,950) a Dodge Charger is AED84,500 (US$23,000)

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