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Driving licence renewal in Egypt

Written from published rules on 27 August 2026. Not monitored for changes since. A starting point, not official advice — confirm anything that matters with وزارة الداخلية - الإدارة العامة للمرور (Ministry of Interior - General Department of Traffic). Rules here vary, so check carefully.

Renewing an Egyptian driving licence involves visiting a traffic unit, verifying current records, and completing a health check. The process requires proof of identity and a valid traffic record, and the physical card is typically issued after the successful clearance of any outstanding violations.

Your timing

It is generally recommended to initiate the renewal process at least 30 days before the current licence expires. This allows sufficient time for the settlement of traffic fines and potential wait times for administrative processing at local traffic units.

Start 30 days ahead

This accounts for the administrative processing of fines and the physical issuance of the card at the traffic department.

The process

  1. 1Clear all outstanding traffic fines and obtain a certificate of clearance.
  2. 2Obtain a health certificate from an authorized medical center regarding vision and physical fitness.
  3. 3Visit the local traffic department associated with the applicant's national ID card registration.
  4. 4Submit the required documents and complete the application forms provided at the traffic unit.
  5. 5Pay the renewal fees and collect the new driving licence card.

What to bring

  • Current national ID card (original and copy)
  • Current driving licence
  • Proof of cleared traffic violations
  • Medical fitness certificates
  • Recent passport-sized photographs

Who handles it

وزارة الداخلية - الإدارة العامة للمرور (Ministry of Interior - General Department of Traffic)

https://moiegypt.gov.eg/

Fees vary based on the licence category and the duration of the renewal; applicants should confirm current charges at their local traffic office as official fee structures are subject to change.

What commonly goes wrong

  • Outstanding traffic fines will prevent the renewal process from proceeding.
  • Ensure the medical certificate is issued by a government-approved provider.
  • The renewal must be completed at the specific traffic unit corresponding to the address listed on the applicant's national ID.

Sources

This guide is based on one official source.

Other documents in Egypt

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