{"id":10752,"date":"2019-07-04T07:13:18","date_gmt":"2019-07-04T07:13:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.headout.com\/?p=10752"},"modified":"2022-03-15T06:10:34","modified_gmt":"2022-03-15T06:10:34","slug":"nol-card-dubai","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.headout.com\/blog\/nol-card-dubai\/","title":{"rendered":"A first-timer&#8217;s guide to using the Dubai NOL card"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>In a city that has 7 modes of transportation, it can get quite maddening to carry loose cash and\/or buy a different card for each. That&#8217;s where the NOL Card comes handy. In simple terms, the NOL card in Dubai is a smart card that enables you to pay for various RTA transport modes in the city with just one, single card.<\/p>\n<p>From the metro to the buses, water buses and tram, you can use the NOL Card. You can even pay for RTA&#8217;s paid parking services across the city using the same card! If you&#8217;re a tourist planning to use the public transport to get around the city (I strongly suggest you do, if you hold your bank account dear), investing in a Dubai NOL Card is the best decision you could make.<\/p>\n<p>PS : Did you know you can grab a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.headout.com\/wifi-sim-cards-dubai-sc-1023~6\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dubai SIM Card + NOL Metro Card <\/a>exclusively on Headout and pick them up as soon as you land at Dubai International Airport?! More on this below.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"tab-con-2\">Navigate Your Nol Card Dubai Guide<\/h2>\n<ul> <a href=\"#nolcard1\"><\/p>\n<li>What is the Dubai NOL Card?<\/li>\n<p><\/a><a href=\"#nolcard1\"><\/a><\/p>\n<ul> <a href=\"#nolcard1a\"><\/p>\n<li>How does the NOL Card work?<\/li>\n<p><\/a><a href=\"#nolcard1a\"><\/a> <a href=\"#nolcard1b\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#nolcard1b\"><\/p>\n<li>Why should I buy the NOL Card?<\/li>\n<p><\/a><a href=\"#nolcard1b\"><\/a><\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"#nolcard2\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#nolcard2\"><\/p>\n<li>The 4 Types of NOL Card &#8211; A Comprehensive Comparison<\/li>\n<p><\/a><a href=\"#nolcard2\"><\/a><a href=\"#nolcard3\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#nolcard3\"><\/p>\n<li>Dubai Transport Zones &amp; Zonal Fares For Using NOL Card<\/li>\n<p><\/a><a href=\"#nolcard3\"><\/a><a href=\"#nolcard4\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#nolcard4\"><\/p>\n<li>The NOL Card &amp; Sim Card Combo Deal<\/li>\n<p><\/a><a href=\"#nolcard4\"><\/a><a href=\"#nolcard5\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#nolcard5\"><\/p>\n<li>Frequently Asked Questions About The NOL Card Dubai<\/li>\n<p><\/a><a href=\"#nolcard5\"><\/a><a href=\"#nolcard6\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#nolcard6\"><\/p>\n<li>Handy Tips For Using The NOL Card<\/li>\n<p><\/a><a href=\"#nolcard6\"><\/a><a href=\"#nolcard7\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#nolcard7\"><\/p>\n<li>More Dubai Guides<\/li>\n<p><\/a><a href=\"#nolcard7\"><\/a><\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"nolcard1\">What is the Dubai NOL Card?<\/h2>\n<p>Dubai&#8217;s version of the MetroCard, Oyster Card and Hola BCN is what the NOL Card is. The one card that gives you access to pretty much all modes of transport in the city, accompanied by great savings and ease of use; the NOL Card is a wise investment. Especially for those who prefer to use the city&#8217;s well connected public transport network as opposed to being stranded in the infamous &#8216;Dubai traffic&#8217;.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"nolcard1a\"> How Does The NOL Card work?<\/h3>\n<p>The NOL Card is a contactless smart card, which you have to hold over the NOL Card reader for validating your journey. The amount for your will be deducted based on your entry and exit points and how many zones you have crossed.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"nolcard1b\"> Why You Should Buy The NOL Card?<\/h3>\n<p>Visiting a place is a lot more fun when you&#8217;re not caught up in the minutiae. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.headout.com\/blog\/dubai-travel-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Dubai<\/a> in itself can be quite overwhelming, so let the transport hassle be taken care of with the one stop solution &#8211; NOL Card. Apart from hopping onto your preferred mode of transport with the NOL Card, here are a few more advantages of having the NOL Card:<\/p>\n<h5> #1 Acceptance at Retail Stores<\/h5>\n<p>You can make retail purchases with your NOL Card! So what if you forget your card\/cash at home? At  selected retail outlets like ZOOM, Circle K, Gloria Jeans, Burger King, Aswaaq and many more, you can use your NOL card to make purchases! Buy the end of 2019, you can use your NOL Card at over 5000 retail stores. I say, ditch the debit card!<\/p>\n<h5> #2 Pay your cab fares<\/h5>\n<p>The next time you&#8217;re worried about having exact change during your cab ride, fret not because the NOL Card is here to your rescue. You can simply swipe your NOL Card for your cab rides and carry practically zero cash on you! However, know that you will be charged a service fee of Dh 1 over and above your cab fare.<\/p>\n<h5> #3 Entry to Dubai Parks<\/h5>\n<p>Green spaces in Dubai are perfect picnic spots amidst the concrete jungle. While there is a small fee to enter these green hotspots in the city, why sweat about it when you simply swipe your NOL Card? You can enter the Mushrif Park,Zabeel Park, Mamzar Park, and even the Creek Park with your card!<\/p>\n<h5> #4 Parking fare<\/h5>\n<p>You can use your NOL card to pay for the parking fees in all paid parking lots across Dubai. Simply insert your card in the ticket vending slot and purchase a ticket for your parking. Finding fils to pay for your parking is now a forgotten dream.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.headout.com\/wifi-sim-cards-dubai-sc-1023~6\/\" style=\"text-decoration: none\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.headout.com\/wifi-sim-cards-dubai-sc-1023~6\/\" style=\"text-decoration: none\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Save <strong>AED 10<\/strong> on your first booking with Headout when you use promo code <strong>GODUBAI<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.headout.com\/wifi-sim-cards-dubai-sc-1023~6\/\" style=\"text-decoration: none\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/LocalsPocketGuideToDubai_Blog\"><img data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix.headout.com\/tour\/3728\/TOUR-IMAGE\/9673be6d-afb3-4c0f-b1b9-6423c5f93453-2479-DesertSafariwithQuadBiking-5.JPG?fm=pjpg&amp;auto=compress&amp;w=125&amp;h=125&amp;crop=faces&amp;fit=min\" data-sizes=\"auto\" alt=\"Dubai local's guide\">Local&#8217;s Pocket Guide To Dubai<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/LocalsPocketGuideToDubai_Blog\"><\/p>\n<h2>The ONLY guide you need to explore the best of Dubai<\/h2>\n<p><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/LocalsPocketGuideToDubai_Blog\">Plan your vacation backed by curated insights from local experts. Save hours of planning with our actionable itineraries and insider hacks on everything from accommodation to shopping, food and more!<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"nolcard2\">Types of NOL Card<\/h2>\n<p>There are 4 types of NOL Cards available &#8211; Red, Blue, Silver &amp; Gold. Here&#8217;s a quick description of each type to give you an idea of what suits you best.<\/p>\n<table data-rows=\"9\" data-cols=\"5\" data-v=\"top\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Features<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/th>\n<th>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Gold Card<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/th>\n<th>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Silver Card<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/th>\n<th>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Blue Card<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/th>\n<th>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Red Card&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td data-th=\"Features&nbsp;\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">Basics&nbsp;<\/td>\n<td data-th=\"Gold Card\">\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Same features of the Silver Card + privileged access to Metro&#8217;s Gold Class seats.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td data-th=\"Silver Card\">\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">A transport card with an e-purse that can be loaded with up to AED 1000.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td data-th=\"Blue Card\">\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">A personal card with a secure e-purse that can be loaded with up to AED 5000.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td data-th=\"Red Card&nbsp;\">\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">A paper-based ticket which can be loaded with 10 trips. No e-purse facility,<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td data-th=\"Features&nbsp;\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">Highlights &nbsp;<\/td>\n<td data-th=\"Gold Card\">\n<ul>\n<li>Metro Gold Class Seats<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">No premium paid on buses, water buses and parking.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<td data-th=\"Silver Card\">\n<ul>\n<li>Polyvalent Card<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">Economical, no-frills options.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<td data-th=\"Blue Card\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">Facility to recover balance if stolen&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li>Secure online services for top up credit.<\/li>\n<li>Required for concession fares<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<td data-th=\"Red Card&nbsp;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">Paper disposable tickets&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li>Good for one-time usage.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td data-th=\"Features&nbsp;\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Modes of Transport<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td data-th=\"Gold Card\" rowspan=\"1\" colspan=\"1\">\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Metro, Bus, Water Bus, Parking, Tram<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td data-th=\"Silver Card\" rowspan=\"1\" colspan=\"1\">\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Metro, Bus, Water Bus, Parking, Tram<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td data-th=\"Blue Card\" rowspan=\"1\" colspan=\"1\">\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Metro, Bus, Water Bus, Parking, Tram<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td data-th=\"Red Card&nbsp;\" rowspan=\"1\" colspan=\"1\">\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Bus, Metro &amp; Water Bus<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td data-th=\"Features&nbsp;\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">Validity&nbsp;<\/td>\n<td data-th=\"Gold Card\">5 years&nbsp;<\/td>\n<td data-th=\"Silver Card\">5 years &nbsp;<\/td>\n<td data-th=\"Blue Card\">5 years &nbsp;<\/td>\n<td data-th=\"Red Card&nbsp;\">\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">90 Days or 10 Trips &nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td data-th=\"Features&nbsp;\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">Top Up Limit&nbsp;<\/td>\n<td data-th=\"Gold Card\" rowspan=\"1\" colspan=\"1\">AED 5000<\/td>\n<td data-th=\"Silver Card\" rowspan=\"1\" colspan=\"1\">AED 1000<\/td>\n<td data-th=\"Blue Card\" rowspan=\"1\" colspan=\"1\">AED 5000<\/td>\n<td data-th=\"Red Card&nbsp;\" rowspan=\"1\" colspan=\"1\">\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">10 Trips or<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">5 daily Passes&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td data-th=\"Features&nbsp;\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Top Up Locations&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td data-th=\"Gold Card\" rowspan=\"1\" colspan=\"1\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">Ticket offices<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">Ticket vending machines<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">Authorised sales agents<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">RTA Customer Service Centres<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">Online<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<td data-th=\"Silver Card\" rowspan=\"1\" colspan=\"1\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">Ticket offices<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">Ticket vending machines<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">Authorised sales agents<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">RTA Customer Service Centres<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">Online<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<td data-th=\"Blue Card\" rowspan=\"1\" colspan=\"1\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">Ticket offices<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">Ticket vending machines<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">Authorised sales agents<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">RTA Customer Service Centres<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">Online<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<td data-th=\"Red Card&nbsp;\" rowspan=\"1\" colspan=\"1\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">Ticket vending machines<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td data-th=\"Features&nbsp;\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Who should buy this?&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td data-th=\"Gold Card\" rowspan=\"1\" colspan=\"1\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">Those who like traveling in luxury.<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">Those who want the transport -frills bundled into one card.<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">Those who want to steer clear of the metro rush by using the Gold class cabins.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<td data-th=\"Silver Card\" rowspan=\"1\" colspan=\"1\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">Residents of Dubai who are looking for the one stop card to all their transport needs.<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">Tourists staying for an extended period and intend to use public transport at an economical fare.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<td data-th=\"Blue Card\" rowspan=\"1\" colspan=\"1\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">Want your name and photo on either the Gold or Silver Card? Choose this one. You also get to recover your balance if in case you misplace your card.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<td data-th=\"Red Card&nbsp;\" rowspan=\"1\" colspan=\"1\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">Tourists and infrequent visitors to Dubai who want to use the public transport in limited capacity.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">Those who are on a strict budget.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td data-th=\"Features&nbsp;\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">NOL Card Price&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td data-th=\"Gold Card\" rowspan=\"1\" colspan=\"1\">\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>AED 25<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td data-th=\"Silver Card\" rowspan=\"1\" colspan=\"1\">\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>AED 25<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td data-th=\"Blue Card\" rowspan=\"1\" colspan=\"1\">\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>AED 80<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td data-th=\"Red Card&nbsp;\" rowspan=\"1\" colspan=\"1\">\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>AED 2<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.headout.com\/blog\/dubai-ferry-ride\/\" style=\"text-decoration: none\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.headout.com\/blog\/dubai-ferry-ride\/\" style=\"text-decoration: none\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Did you know you can use your <b>NOL Card<\/b> on the <b>Dubai Ferry<\/b> as well? Read more<\/p>\n<p><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.headout.com\/blog\/dubai-ferry-ride\/\" style=\"text-decoration: none\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <\/a><\/p>\n<p>Sign up for our monthly newsletter<\/p>\n<p>Your dose of travel fix &#8211; from hacks and deals to travel tips and everything in between,      delivered monthly to your inbox<\/p>\n<p>Get Inspired      Please enter a valid email      Unsubscribe anytime<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"nolcard3\">Dubai Transport Zones &amp; Zonal Fares For Using NOL Card<\/h2>\n<h3> Dubai Transport Zones<\/h3>\n<p>Dubai is divided into 7 zones, with respect to its transport network. Each zone includes all transport types &#8211; metro, buses, water taxis &#8211; and your journey is calculated dependent on the total number of zones you have passed. Fares vary based on the number of zones crossed, ranging from AED 3 for one zone to AED 7.50 (for an all zone trip), using the NOL Card.<\/p>\n<p><img data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix-open.headout.com\/blog\/media\/images\/new\/Dubai+Transport+Zones.jpg?fm=pjpg&amp;auto=compress&amp;w=768&amp;h=400&amp;crop=faces&amp;fit=min&amp;q=30\" data-sizes=\"auto\" alt=\"NOL card dubai\"><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"nolcard4\">The NOL Card &amp; Sim Card Combo Deal<\/h2>\n<p>This one&#8217;s an irresistible deal. Get an option of purchasing a Silver or Gold NOL Card with a sim card preloaded with attractive talktime and data plans. If you want to skip the hassle of waiting in the long airport queue to get a sim card, this bundle is for you.<\/p>\n<p>Once you land at Dubai International Airport, head to the closest Bookmywifi shop and pick up your NOL Card &amp; Sim Card by flashing your Headout mobile voucher. With the NOL Card in hand, you can even take the metro to your hotel and maybe call even home without roaming charges!<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"7\">Dubai NOL Card Reviews<\/h2>\n<p><span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>This card is a must have in Dubai if you&#8217;re using the public transport in the city.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12px; line-height: 12px; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);\" data-unit=\"px\">Edith Marshall, TripAdvisor, June, 2019<\/span> <span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Pro tip: Buy the NOL card before you reach the airport and use it right from the time you land in Dubai. It saves you big bucks!<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12px; line-height: 12px; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);\" data-unit=\"px\">Nyla Rimona, TripAdvisor, February, 2022<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.headout.com\/wifi-sim-cards-dubai-sc-1023~6\/\" style=\"text-decoration: none\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.headout.com\/wifi-sim-cards-dubai-sc-1023~6\/\" style=\"text-decoration: none\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Save <strong>AED 10<\/strong> on your first booking with Headout when you use promo code <strong>GODUBAI<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.headout.com\/wifi-sim-cards-dubai-sc-1023~6\/\" style=\"text-decoration: none\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <\/a><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"nolcard5\">Frequently Asked Questions About The NOL Card Dubai<\/h2>\n<p><span><\/span><\/p>\n<h4><strong>Are there any discounts or reduced prices on NOL Card?<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Children below 5 years can travel for free without a card. 50% discount will be available for Students, Social Affair and Senior Citizens or residents, as well as free travel for people with special needs.<\/p>\n<p><span><\/span><\/p>\n<h4><strong><strong><strong>What is the minimum and maximum value allowed on a NOL Card?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>The minimum value you need to have on your card for a journey is AED 7.50. The maximum value you can store on a Nol Card is AED 5000 (Gold Card)<\/p>\n<p><span><\/span><\/p>\n<h4><strong><strong>How can I check the balance of my NOL card?<\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Everytime you tap in\/tap out, the balance will flash on the ticket machine screen.  You can also view your balance from any ticket vending machine, ticket office or even online.<\/p>\n<p><span><\/span><\/p>\n<h4><strong><strong>How many times a day can I use my NOL Card?&nbsp;<\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>You can use your NOL Card as many times as your card balance permits.<\/p>\n<p><span><\/span><\/p>\n<h4><strong><strong>Can I refund my NOL Card?<\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Yes, you can refund any remaining e-purse value on your Card. Note, there will be a refund charge of either AED 5 or 2.5% of the e-purse value, whichever is higher.<\/p>\n<p><span><\/span><\/p>\n<h4><strong><strong>Should I buy a NOL Card or a NOL Ticket?<\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Cards are ideal if you are a frequent traveler or wish to travel across different modes of transport using a single card. Tickets are ideal for visitors and occasional travelers.<\/p>\n<p><span><\/span><\/p>\n<h4><strong><strong>Are NOL Card fares different at weekends? Or off-peak times?<\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>No. The fares remain the same throughout the week.<\/p>\n<p><span><\/span><\/p>\n<h4><strong><strong>Can I use the NOL Card outside of Dubai, in other Emirates of UAE?<\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>No. The NOL Card is valid only within Dubai.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"nolcard6\">Handy Tips For Using Your Dubai NOL Card<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Always make sure your NOL Card has a minimum  balance of AED 7.5.<\/li>\n<li>If your Nol Card is rejected at a reader, wait until the indicator light stops flashing, then try again. If it recurs, you can ask the staff at the counter to help you out.<\/li>\n<li>You are required to tap in (when you enter) and tap out (when you exit) at the station\/bus\/tram etc. Failure to do so will result in a heavy penal fees.<\/li>\n<li>If you have the Blue NOL Card (the personlised one),make sure no one else uses it even with your permission as you could be fined for the same.<\/li>\n<li>Browse through the official website before your visit to Dubai to know the latest offerings of the NOL Card Dubai. The RTA rolls out new plans every other month, adding to the already exciting kitty of offerings.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Most Popular Things to do in Dubai<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.headout.com\/dubai-ice-rink-tickets\/tickets-to-dubai-ice-rink-tickets-e-2385\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span><\/span><\/a>Free Cancellation                  <img data-src=\"\/\/cdn-imgix.headout.com\/tour\/3589\/TOUR-IMAGE\/9c1b96d1-eca1-476f-9baa-ce8f676e93fc-2385-dubai-dubai-ice-rink-04.jpg?fm=pjpg&amp;auto=compress&amp;w=400&amp;h=250&amp;crop=faces&amp;fit=min\" data-sizes=\"auto\" alt=\"Dubai Ice Rink\">                          Attractions        Dubai Ice Rink                                              <span> <\/span>                                                                <span>upto 21% off<\/span>                                  <span>from<\/span>                  <span>AED 95<\/span>          <span> AED 75<\/span>                         <a href=\"https:\/\/www.headout.com\/laguna-waterpark-dubai-tickets\/laguna-waterpark-tickets-e-9088\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span><\/span><\/a>Free Cancellation                  <img data-src=\"\/\/cdn-imgix.headout.com\/tour\/16393\/TOUR-IMAGE\/1005edd4-6ca3-4c35-8650-ae756feed694-9088-dubai-laguna-waterpark-04.jpg?fm=pjpg&amp;auto=compress&amp;w=400&amp;h=250&amp;crop=faces&amp;fit=min\" data-sizes=\"auto\" alt=\"Laguna Waterpark\">                          Attractions        Laguna Waterpark                                              <span> <\/span>                                                                <span>upto 35% off<\/span>                                  <span>from<\/span>                  <span>AED 195<\/span>          <span> AED 125<\/span>                         <a href=\"https:\/\/www.headout.com\/museum-of-illusions-tickets\/museum-of-illusions-dubai-tickets-e-9626\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span><\/span><\/a>                                            Best Safety                        <img data-src=\"\/\/cdn-imgix.headout.com\/tour\/17416\/TOUR-IMAGE\/907dc1c2-e7f8-4244-8e1c-0c3f6c07bd4a-9626-dubai-museum-of-illusions-duba-01.jpg?fm=pjpg&amp;auto=compress&amp;w=400&amp;h=250&amp;crop=faces&amp;fit=min\" data-sizes=\"auto\" alt=\"Museum of Illusions Dubai\">                          Lifestyle &amp; 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