Qatar Driving License Renewal: Skip Lines, Renew FAST!

Qatar Driving License Renewal has been made easier through multiple channels like the Ministry of Interior’s online portal, the Metrash app, and designated traffic service offices. The process remains straightforward, allowing both residents and non-residents to quickly renew their licenses online. Below is a comprehensive guide to renewing your driving license in Qatar, including fees, locations, and other essential details.

How to Renew Qatar Driving License Online

Renewing your Qatar driving license online can be done conveniently through the Ministry of Interior’s e-services portal. Here’s how you can do it: ^[1]

• Go to the Ministry of Interior’s e-services portal “From Here“.

• Log in with your smart card.
• Select Traffic Services.
• Click on Renew Driving License.
• Follow the instructions to select your license type and proceed with the payment.
• Choose a delivery option (e.g., pick-up from a traffic department or delivery by Qatar Post).
• Confirm the payment and print your receipt.

You will need to enter your payment details and pay the required fees to complete the process.

How to Renew Driving License in Metrash

You can also renew your driving license using the Metrash app. Here’s a step-by-step guide: ^{[2] [3]}

• Download the Metrash application from:
  • Metrash application through Google Play: “From Here“.

• • Metrash application through Apple Store: “From Here“.

• Open the app and log in using your QID.
• Select Traffic Services.
• Click on Renew Driving License.
• Choose your license type (e.g., light vehicle or heavy vehicle) and follow the prompts.
• Pay the required renewal fees.
• Once payment is complete, print your payment receipt.

This method is quick and convenient, allowing you to manage your renewal without visiting a traffic office.

Driving License Renewal Requirements in Qatar

To renew your driving license in Qatar, you need to meet the following requirements:

• You must hold a valid Qatari driving license.
• If you are a resident, your residence permit should be valid.
• The applicable renewal fees must be paid.
• You can renew your license online via Metrash, the Ministry of Interior’s e-services portal, or by visiting a traffic center or driving school.
• For light vehicle licenses:
  • Renewal can be done directly through the eGovernment portal without the need to visit the General Traffic Department.
  • The old driving license must be submitted to issue the new one.
• For heavy vehicles, machinery, and equipment licenses:
  • A medical eye test must be conducted at the Police Medical Services (Traffic) eye examination office or any educational institution that has a police office.
  • A third party can complete the renewal on behalf of the license holder if needed.