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Using Your NOL Card for Public Transport

A person using a NOL card to enter the Dubai Metro station turnstile

Your NOL card is your key to accessing various modes of public transport in Dubai, including the metro, buses, and water buses. Here's how you can use your NOL card for a seamless travel experience:

Dubai Metro

To use your NOL card on the Dubai Metro:

  1. Approach the ticket gate and tap your NOL card on the card reader.
  2. The gate will open, allowing you to enter the paid area of the station.
  3. When exiting the station, tap your NOL card again on the card reader at the ticket gate.

Public Buses

Using your NOL card on public buses is simple:

  1. Board the bus through the front door.
  2. Tap your NOL card on the card reader near the driver.
  3. The fare will be deducted from your card balance.

Water Buses

NOL cards are also accepted on Dubai's water buses:

  1. At the water bus station, locate the NOL card reader.
  2. Tap your card on the reader before boarding the water bus.
  3. The appropriate fare will be deducted from your card balance.

By using your NOL card, you can enjoy a convenient and cashless way to navigate Dubai's public transport system. Remember to keep your card loadedped up with sufficient balance to avoid any inconvenience during your journey.