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Hourly Vehicle Rental

This service enables you to rent a vehicle on hourly basis within Dubai for a maximum period of 24 hours.

Eligibility
Citizens, residents, and tourists who hold a valid driver licence accepted in the UAE for the same class of vehicle, are eligible to apply for this service.
Required documents

For Citizens and Residents

  1. Emirates ID
  2. Valid driving licence
  3. Valid credit card.

For Tourists

  1. Valid passport
  2. Valid entry visa
  3. Valid driving licence
  4. Valid credit card.
Service fees
  • Minimum Fare: 50 fils per minute (30 AED / hour).
  • Maximum Fare: AED 3.5 fils per minute (210 AED / hour).
Process time
  • Up to 15 minutes.
RTA Partner Apps
Process
  1. The customer downloads the application.
  2. The customer registers for the service.
  3. The customer activates the application after confirming the provided data according to the adopted procedure.
  4. The customer specifies the location of the vehicle through the app.
  5. The customer books the vehicle.
  6. The customer unlocks the vehicle through the application.
  7. The customer starts to use the vehicle.
  8. The customer ends the reservation through the application.
  9. The customer settles the required fees by credit card.
Average waiting time
  • Instantly.
Validity
  • Up to 24 hours.
What you will get

Hourly Vehicle Rental

Terms and conditions
  • The customer can check the terms and conditions just after downloading the App and before registration.
  • The trip fare includes fuel, parking, and insurance costs, but does not include Salik toll gate charges, which will be separately charged to the passenger.
  • The maximum booking hours should not exceed 24 hours.
FAQs
  • Question 1: Which franchise companies are in charge of this service?

Answer 1: There are 2 companies for this service: Udrive and Yaldi.

  • Question 2: What is the total number of vehicles in Dubai?

Answer 2: 400 vehicles; 200 for Udrive and 200 for Yaldi.

  • Question 3: Can someone else use the vehicle other than the person who rented it?

Answer 3: No, only one person can book the vehicle and drive it. Once the vehicle is booked by a user, it will no longer be visible to any other user.

  • Question 4: Can the customer drive the vehicle outside Dubai?

Answer 4: No, this service is available only within the emirate of Dubai.

  • Question 5: What is the lost and found process for UDrive and Yaldi?

Answer 5: The customer must contact the company directly to report lost and found items.

  • Question 6: How can the customer find a vehicle to use?

Answer 6: The customer must register on the mobile application and search for the nearest available vehicle.

  • Question 7: Will there be a driver in the car?

Answer 7: No, the customer will drive the vehicle himself.

  • Question 8: How does the customer start the vehicle?

Answer 8: When the customer registers for the service in the application, he receives a PIN code by email to start the vehicle.

  • Question 9: If the customer forgets or loses the PIN code, what can he do?

Answer 9: If a customer forgets or loses the PIN code, he can request another one through the application.

  • Question 10: How does the customer end the journey?

Answer 10: Once the journey is completed, the customer must click the "END" button in the application or on the device in the vehicle.

  • Question 11: If the customer submits expired documents, what will happen to the registration?

Answer 11: If any of the documents expires, the account will expire as well. Therefore, the customer must renew the account and provide valid documents.

  • Question 12: How does the customer pay?

Answer 12: Once the journey is completed, the customer is able to view the fees. The total amount will be automatically deducted from his bank card.

Note: The customer must provide his credit card details when registering on the application.

  • Question 13: What is the registration process?

Answer 13: The registration process involves downloading the mobile apps (UDrive or Yaldi), entering the details, and uploading a selfie with a clearly visible Emirates ID, passport, or driving licence.

  • Question 14: Who monitors the vehicles?

Answer 14: The vehicles will be fully monitored by Dubai Police.

  • Question 15: Where can the customer park the vehicle and does he need to pay for parking?

Answer 15: Every vehicle has a valid seasonal parking card in category A. The customer does not need to pay for parking.

  • Question 16: Who is responsible for refuelling the vehicle?

Answer 16: Each vehicle has a VIP card for refuelling at gas stations. The customer does not need to pay.

  • Question 17: If the customer's driving licence or Emirates ID expired, can he rent a vehicle?

Answer 17: No, the customer will not be able to rent a vehicle as the account will freeze. He needs to renew his account and provide a valid Emirates ID and driving licence.

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