My co-worker from Philippines who sits right beside me ( who is wearing a blue shirt today, by the way ) is telling me that you do have to attend some lessons ( at least half of it ) and then you can take the driving test and then if you fail to pass the test then you will be re-assess.

Only GCC driving license can directly be converted to local driving license including European and American and some other international licenses.

However, it would be better to check their website to know further details about the conversion.

Good luck!