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Frequently Asked Questions

Visit our webpage ‘About Yas Island’ for details on attractions and outlets close to Yas Marina Circuit including:

Yas Mall - Opening hours:

Weekdays (10.00AM – 11.00PM)

Weekends (10.00AM – Midnight)

There are a number of hotels within 2km, including the Iconic Yas Hotel

Yas Marina has some of the city’s hottest bars and restaurants.

Please wear comfortable wearing, loose-fitting clothes that cover your shoulders, arms and legs.

Driving experiences may have specific clothing requirements, please check the section ‘What to expect’ on the details page of your chosen activity.

Yas Central is open 09.00AM – Midnight, seven days a week

Yas Central has a range of Grand Prix and Yas Marina Circuit merchandise to suit every taste.

Yes, for more information, please contact us on [email protected] or [email protected] or download this form.

GENERAL QUESTIONS

The 17th Edition of #AbuDhabiGP will be held from Thursday, 4th December to Sunday, 7th December 2025.

Tickets for #AbuDhabiGP 2025 will be live soon. Pre-register now and be the first to know when 2025 tickets are officially on sale.

Frequently Asked Questions

All drivers must present a valid U.A.E. licence (residents) or a domestic licence from your hometown (non-residents), which is a minimum of 1 year old. Drivers aged 19 - 25 must have held their licence for two years minimum. Provisional licences are not accepted.

Passengers must be aged 14 years and over, and a minimum height of 152cm.

Our experiences are schedule-based and mainly operate on Tuesday, Thursdays and Saturdays.

For any future date or information on year-round availability, please contact us on [email protected] or +971 (0) 2 497 9000 /800 YAS (927).

At Yas Racing School, we operate several experiences and activities on specific schedule dates. You can view the schedule here.

Our Merchandise Store is located at the Yas Racing School building.

The Yas Racing School building is also known as the Yas Central building.

We offer private tuition to start your racing career and FIA C class licence assessment.

Private tuition can be arranged on one of our DriveYas Days, please contact us on [email protected] or 800 YAS (927) / +971 (0) 2 497 9000.

We offer FIA C class assessment (the first step towards a racing career) for GCC residents only. It is a National C class race licence that entitles you to participate in C class races held in the GCC only.

Those from outside the UAE but residing inside the GCC must check with their local authorities before taking this assessment.

Candidates must have previous track experience or must take at least one private tuition session with us followed by a driving experience.

For schedule and appointments, please contact us on 800 YAS (927) / +971 (0) 2 497 9000 or [email protected]

Racers can only participate in the TRD86 Cup by:

Buying a Toyota TRD86 cup car from Yas Marina Circuit (approx. 190,000AED). Package includes limited entries to Track Days, FIA assessment and free participation in the TRD 86 race of the season.

Renting a Toyota TRD 86 cup car from Yas Marina Circuit

For more information: please contact us on 800 YAS (927) / +971 (0) 2 497 9000 or [email protected]

Motorcycles with engines 400cc (125cc race bike) in a road or track worthy condition. (Note that the final decision around machine suitability will be at the discretion of the circuit staff).

No, only racing bikes are permitted.

Our Kartzone is ‘Arrive & Drive’ and we highly recommend you contact us on 800 YAS (927) / +971 (0) 2 497 9000 to check availability and avoid inconvenience.

In the case of group bookings, please contact us on 800 YAS (927) / +971 (0) 2 497 9000 or email [email protected]

Session prices

Membership (essential for all age groups) = 12 AED

Arrive & Drive session (age groups:13+) = 120AED

Junior (Age group (8 – 12) = 80 AED

Yes, 4x4 / trucks are allowed during Drag Night and Roll racing. The final decision on vehicle suitability will be based on the safety inspection on your arrival at YMC. Bikes are also allowed to participate in Drag races.

SUV type vehicles including 4x4, pick up and tucks are not permitted

Only Sedan / Saloon shaped vehicles are permitted on the F1 track. No SUV / crossovers.

Approximately 60 - 80 minutes, including registration, briefing, instructions and approximately 15 - 20 minutes of track time (on a partial track).

The number of laps will be approximately 7, depending on your speed and driving skills.

Approximately 8 - 10 minutes that includes registration and 2 - 3 Laps on a partial track.

Arrive & Drive is approx.15 minutes of track time, after briefing and registration.

You may re-queue and await your turn after completing the first run and may race against an opponent or a time.

1 run or 30 – 40 secs. You may re-queue and await your turn after completing the 1st round.

1 run or 30 – 40 secs. You may re-queue and await your turn after completing the 1st round

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From motorsports to manufacturer days, large corporate events to private parties, our range of versatile on and off track options cater for your every need. Please contact us and our dedicated team will be in touch.

You can find out more about hiring our tracks and venues on the Venue & Circuit Hire page.

Frequently Asked Questions

Thank you for registering. If you do not receive a confirmation email within 2 hours, please contact our customer service on 800 927.

In partnership with Abu Dhabi Cycling Club, complimentary bikes will be available in various adult and kid sizes located at the ComYas village. Participants can bring their own helmets or use a complimentary helmet. Limited number available.

In order to maintain a safe environment for all, we're sorry that skateboards, rollerblades and scooters are not permitted on the track at TrainYAS™

Complimentary water provided is limited in quantities and is available at Track Entrance Gate and at Track Exit to Pitlane. Customers are encouraged to get their own

Frequently Asked Questions

We are centrally located on Yas Island, conveniently close to the Abu Dhabi international airport, and the highway between Abu Dhabi and Dubai.

Get directions

Yas Marina Circuit, Yas Island,
PO Box 130001, Abu Dhabi, UAE
Opening hours: From 9am to 11pm

Yas Express is a complimentary island shuttle service, operating daily from 9am to 9pm. For more information, timetable and map, download pocket guide

Car


If you're coming by car, getting to Yas Marina Circuit on Yas Isand couldn’t be easier. Just pin our location into your maps app and drive on over. Get directions.


If you're travelling international and arriving at Abu Dhabi International Airport, Yas Island is conveniently located for those travelling by taxi - situated only 10 minutes away. For taxi services call  600 53 53 53.


Bus


From Abu Dhabi: If you're opting to come by bus, take the 190 Bus Route to Yas Island via the Abu Dhabi Bus Station next to Al Wahda Mall.

From Dubai: Head to the Dubai Al Ghubaiba Bus Station for transport to the Abu Dhabi Bus Station. Next, take the 190 Bus Route to Yas Island.


Careem or Uber


If you use an IOS device, download the Careem app by clicking here.

If you use an Android device, download the Careem app by clicking here.


If you use an IOS device, download the Uber app by clicking here.

If you use an Android device, download the Uber app by clicking here.