🏫 Verified April 2026 — Dallah Driving School

Dallah Driving School
Complete Guide 2026

Everything about Dallah Driving School — history, services, fees, how to book via Absher, and branch locations across Saudi Arabia.

1975Founded — Jeddah
250,000+Students enrolled yearly
200+Multilingual instructors
50 yrsOf operation
About

Dallah Driving School overview

Saudi Arabia's largest and most established driving school network

History & background

Dallah Driving School (Dallah Driving Company / DDC) was founded in 1975 in Jeddah and has grown to become the most successful driver training network in Saudi Arabia. It operates under the supervision of the General Directorate of Traffic and holds the largest market share in driver education in the Kingdom.

Each year, more than 250,000 students enrol at Dallah branches across the country. The school is so widely used that the Saudi driving theory exam is commonly referred to as the "Dallah Computer Test" — even though all approved driving schools use the same official format set by the General Directorate of Traffic.

Dallah employs over 200 instructors from different nationalities, allowing courses to be conducted in students' native languages. This makes it especially popular among the expatriate community, who make up a significant share of enrolments.

The school operates in alignment with Saudi Vision 2030, combining theory, simulation, and practical training to produce safe, confident drivers nationwide.

Services

What Dallah Driving School offers

Full range of licensing and training services

📋 Driving Assessment

For applicants who already hold a foreign driving licence or have prior driving experience. A short assessment determines if you need additional lessons before the practical test.

🎓 Beginner Training Course

A complete training programme for first-time drivers — typically around 30 hours covering theory, simulator practice, and on-road driving lessons with a certified instructor.

💻 Computer Theory Test

The 35-question theory exam (22 to pass, 30 minutes) is conducted at Dallah branches in Arabic, English, Urdu, and Hindi — the test our practice questions are based on.

🚗 Practical Driving Test

After completing training and passing the theory test, candidates take a practical road test assessed by a certified Dallah instructor.

🚛 Heavy & Public Vehicle Licences

In addition to private car licences, Dallah offers training and licensing for heavy vehicles and public transport licences (minimum age 20–21 years).

🌍 Multilingual Instruction

With 200+ instructors from various nationalities, courses and materials are available in multiple languages — particularly helpful for expat communities.

Fees — verified 2026

Dallah Driving School fees

Fees vary by licence type, nationality, and prior licence status

Driving School Fees (excludes government licence fee)
Experienced driver — short assessment course~SAR 435
Beginner — full training course (~30 hours)SAR 1,500–2,500
Public/heavy vehicle licence (varies by nationality & history)SAR 456.75–588
Government Fees (paid separately via SADAD)
Licence fee — 5 year validitySAR 200
Licence fee — 10 year validitySAR 400
Efada medical examinationSAR 150–200

How to book

Booking a Dallah appointment via Absher

Booking is mandatory before visiting any Dallah branch — walk-ins are not accepted

1

Log in to Absher

Visit absher.sa or open the Absher app and log in with your Iqama number and password.

2

Go to Electronic Services → Traffic → Book Appointment

Navigate through the menu to find the driving licence appointment booking service.

3

Choose your nearest Dallah branch

Select your city and region, then choose from the list of available Dallah branches near you.

4

Select date and time

Pick an available appointment slot. You'll receive an SMS confirmation with your appointment details.

5

Attend with your documents

Bring your Iqama, Efada medical report, passport copies, and SADAD payment receipt to your appointment.


Locations

Dallah branches across Saudi Arabia

Branches are located in major cities and many smaller towns nationwide

RiyadhMultiple branches — Central Region
JeddahOriginal founding location — Makkah Region
DammamEastern Province
MakkahMakkah Region
MadinahMadinah Region
AbhaAseer Region
TaifMakkah Region
Al KharjRiyadh Region
NajranNajran Region
+ Many moreCheck Absher for your nearest branch
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Booking is mandatory — no walk-ins

You cannot visit a Dallah branch without a confirmed Absher appointment. Always book through Absher first. Branch timings may vary seasonally — confirm current hours via Google Maps or by calling the branch directly before travelling.

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Same format everywhere

Whether you attend Dallah, Eastern Academy, or any other approved driving school, the computer theory test is identical — 35 questions, 22 to pass, 30 minutes, available in Arabic, English, Urdu, and Hindi. Our free practice tests prepare you for this exact format regardless of which school you attend.


Common questions

Frequently asked questions

About Dallah Driving School

Dallah Driving School (Dallah Driving Company) was founded in 1975, with its first branch in Jeddah. It has since grown to become the largest driving school network in Saudi Arabia with over 50 years of operation.
More than 250,000 students enrol at Dallah Driving School branches across Saudi Arabia each year, making it the most popular driving school in the country.
No. Booking an appointment through Absher is mandatory before visiting any Dallah branch. Walk-ins without a confirmed appointment will not be served.
No. While commonly called the "Dallah Computer Test" because Dallah is the most popular school, the theory exam format — 35 questions, 22 to pass, 30 minutes — is the same official format used by all approved driving schools in Saudi Arabia, regulated by the General Directorate of Traffic.
Yes. Dallah employs over 200 instructors from different nationalities, allowing courses to be conducted in students' native languages. The computer theory test is available in Arabic, English, Urdu, and Hindi.
For experienced drivers with a foreign licence, the short assessment course costs approximately SAR 435. This is separate from government fees such as the Efada medical test (SAR 150–200) and the licence issuance fee (SAR 200 for 5 years or SAR 400 for 10 years).

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