Dubai: Minimum Dh20 Top-Up Requirement Commences for Nol Cards; Discover 5 Cost-Effective Recharge Methods

Nol Cards Starting from January 15, the RTA has implemented a new policy, increasing the minimum top-up for Nol cards to Dh20. However, this adjustment specifically impacts commuters using ticket offices, with the primary objective of reducing queues at metro station offices.

Alternative Recharge Options: Less Than Dh20: Nol Cards

While the minimum top-up for ticket offices is now Dh20, other mediums still maintain a minimum of Dh5. Here are several ways commuters can recharge their Nol cards for amounts less than Dh20:

1. Nol Pay Application: Loyalty and Rewards
2. Utilize the Nol Pay application, maintaining the minimum cost at Dh5. Additionally, the app functions as a loyalty and rewards program, offering points for each top-up, redeemable for Nol balance or at various outlets. Available on Apple Store, Android, and Huawei devices.
3. RTA’s Comprehensive Application: All-in-One Platform
4. Access the RTA’s application, offering a platform for all Dubai commuters. It allows top-ups, balance checks, and access to various metro facilities. Covering all RTA public transport services, including metro and taxis.
5. Vending Machines at Metro Stations: Consistent Dh5 Minimum
6. Vending machines near card scanning machines in metro stations maintain a consistent minimum top-up amount of Dh5. These machines accept both cash and card payments.
7. Ticket Vending Machines at Bus Stops: Convenient Top-Up
8. Similar to those at metro stations, ticket vending machines at select bus stops enable commuters to top up their Nol cards with a minimum of Dh5 and check their balance.
9. RTA’s Website: Simple 2-Step Process
10. The RTA’s website provides a straightforward, two-step process for topping up Nol balances. Users enter card details and proceed to payment. Activation of the pending top-up can be done at various locations after 45 minutes to 4 hours.
11. Mahboub Chatbot: AI Assistance
    Streamline the top-up process with the Mahboub Chatbot, an AI service accessible on RTA’s online platforms. Available through the RTA website, RTA mobile app, and S’hail application, the chatbot simplifies the experience for commuters.

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