Question 1

Register on the platform and create an account

Accepted Answer

Click on Safari Driver Guide Award (SDGA) to create your account. You require your Emirates ID, both sides, the tourism guide permit RTA approval letter, an NOC from the
tourist company, Dubai police clearance letter, an English certificate with Intermediate level equal to A2.3 as per Certificate European Framework and a passport-sized photo

Question 2

Account verification

Accepted Answer

Once all documents are uploaded, they will be checked and verified within one business day. We will email you a verification notice.

Question 3

Pay for your training

Accepted Answer

Your verification notice will include a link to a payment gateway. You can make a payment using debit or credit card or any smart government payment methods. The payment is non-refundable.

Question 4

Select training course

Accepted Answer

Drivers are required to select between applying for a new safari permit or a renewal safari permit.

Question 5

Self-paced online training

Accepted Answer

The training is self-paced, enabling safari drivers to comprehensively learn all necessary areas at their own speed. It is offered in multiple languages, and drivers must complete the training before progressing to the final assessment.

Question 6

Take the final assessment

Accepted Answer

In the final assessment, you will be tested on your knowledge of the UAE's culture and heritage, as well as key safari tour skills.

A follow-up test call will be conducted for each safari driver.

Question 7

Receive certification

Accepted Answer

Upon successful completion of the final assessment you will receive a digital and a hard copy of your certificate. We will
update the RTA system to confirm that you&rsquo;ve passed the training.

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