Transporting passengers in bus, luxury vehicle between emirates? Here's how to get permit

Companies can rent buses and luxury vehicles to transport passengers from Dubai to other emirates and back and forth in the UAE.

The Roads and Transport Authority offers a digital permit which allows companies to transport passengers in vehicles that are not licensed in Dubai. This comes under the Naqel services offered by the transport authority.

The validity period for companies wishing to transport passengers via buses and luxury vehicles differs. Those applying for bus transportation can get a permit for one week, one month, six months and a year. Those applying for transportation through luxury vehicles, can apply for one month to one year. From documents to crucial requirements, here is how passengers can apply for a permit:

Documents required

Applicants need to provide the following documents while applying on the RTA's website.
>> Copy of the valid vehicle ownership
>> Copy of the contract between the company and the other party >> Copy of the trade licence
>> Copy of the driver’s driving licence
>> Personal photo of the driver

Fess
Vehicle fees

The fees for transporting passengers by bus differs on the basis of the number of commuters.

If there are between 15 to 27 passengers on the bus, then it costs Dh100 for a week. For a month, it will cost Dh225. For six months, it costs Dh1,000. Lastly, it costs Dh2,000 for a year.