Yes, you absolutely can!
If you’re living in Abu Dhabi but your visa is from another emirate, such as Dubai, Sharjah, or any other emirate in the UAE, you can still register a car in Abu Dhabi. Whether you’re importing a car from your home country or purchasing a pre-owned vehicle already registered in Abu Dhabi, your visa status won’t be a barrier.
What You Need Instead of an Abu Dhabi Visa:
The only key requirement is having a Federal Traffic File Number. You can easily check if you have one by logging in to the MOI or Tamm app and visiting your profile. If you don’t already have a federal file, it can be opened without needing an Abu Dhabi visa.
Steps to Register Your Car in Abu Dhabi:
- Vehicle Testing – Have the car tested at any authorized testing center in Abu Dhabi.
- Insurance – Purchase vehicle insurance in your name.
- Registration – Once testing and insurance are done, you can register the vehicle under your name, even without an Abu Dhabi visa.
Your emirate of residence or visa doesn’t restrict your ability to register a car in Abu Dhabi.
Need Help with Registration?
At Renew My Car Registration, we provide step-by-step assistance to help you register your car hassle-free, regardless of your visa location.