Dubai’s Nol card helps you easily use the city’s public transportation. It doesn’t matter if you live here or are just visiting. It’s important to know about the types of Nol cards, how to add money to them, and the minimum balance you need for a comfortable travel experience.
Nol Card Types in Dubai
Red Ticket
This is a basic pay-as-you-go card, perfect for occasional riders. You can purchase it from ticket vending machines at metro stations and top it up with any amount.
| Zone Type | Regular Red Ticket (AED) | Gold Red Ticket (AED) |
| Within 1 Zone | 4 | 8 |
| 2 Zones | 6 | 12 |
| More than 2 zones | 8.50 | 17 |
Silver Card
This rechargeable card offers a 10% discount on fares compared to the Red Ticket. It’s ideal for frequent users who travel at least 10 times a month. You can purchase it from RTA Customer Service Centers and top it up online, through the RTA app, or at ticket vending machines.
Gold Card
This premium card offers the highest discounts (25%) on fares and access to the Gold Class cabins on the metro. It also comes with complimentary travel insurance and other benefits. You can purchase it from RTA Customer Service Centers and top it up online, through the RTA app, or at ticket vending machines.
Personal Card
You can get personal nol card for just AED 70. When you buy nol personal card, its already include AED 20 E-purse value. Main benefit of this card is If your personal card stolen or lost, you can recover your card balance.
Brief Comparison Nol Fares
| Zone Type | Silver Card (AED) | Gold Card (AED) | Personal Card (AED) | Red Ticket (AED) |
| Within 1 Zone | 3 | 6 | 3 | 4 |
| 2 Zones | 5 | 10 | 5 | 6 |
| More than 2 Zones | 7.5 | 15 | 7.5 | 8.5 |
| Children (under 5 years) | Free | Free | Free | Free |
How to get your Nol Card
- Purchasing from Ticket Vending Machines – These machines are readily available at metro stations and bus stops. Simply select the card type you want and pay using cash or credit card.
- RTA Customer Service Centers – These centers offer a wider range of Nol card options, including personalized cards and limited-edition designs.
- Online – You can purchase and top up your Nol card online through the RTA website or the RTA app.
How to Topping Up Nol Card
- Ticket Vending Machines – The easiest and most convenient option. Just insert your card, choose the desired top-up amount, and pay.
- RTA App – Download the RTA app and link your Nol card. You can then top up your card securely using your smartphone.
- Online – Top up your card through the RTA website using your credit card.
- Retail Outlets – Select convenience stores and supermarkets also offer Nol card top-up services.
Minimum Balance and Top-up Amounts for Nol Card in Dubai
- Minimum Balance – As of January 15, 2024, you must maintain a minimum balance of AED 7.5 on your Nol card to cover a round trip on the metro.
- Minimum Top – up Amount: At metro station ticket offices, the minimum top-up amount is now AED 50. However, online top-ups and top-ups through other channels like the RTA app and Careem Pay still allow a minimum of AED 5.
Important Tips
- Register your Nol card online to enjoy benefits like travel history tracking and lost card protection.
- Consider purchasing a travel pass if you plan to travel frequently within a specific timeframe.
- Download the RTA app for real-time travel information, journey planning, and Nol card management.
