Dubai Nol Card: A Complete Guide to Monthly and Annual Travel Passes for Metro and Buses
If you're a regular user of the Dubai Metro, you'll be familiar with the variety of Nol cards available. From personalized cards to single-use options, each type caters to different needs, including special concessions for students and senior citizens.
One of the most convenient options is the travel pass, which is loaded onto a Nol card and allows unlimited travel on public transport within specified zones. Here's a comprehensive guide on how to get a monthly or annual travel pass, along with the prices for different categories.
Types of Travel Passes
The travel pass on a Nol card lets you travel multiple times on any line of public transport, such as buses, metro, and trams. However, it does not cover buses across cities, seasonal buses, Dubai taxis, or marine transport vessels.
Price List
Silver Nol Card
| Travel Pass Validity | 1 Zone | 2 Zones | All Zones |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 days | Dh50 | Dh80 | Dh110 |
| 30 days | Dh140 | Dh230 | Dh350 |
| 90 days | Dh330 | Dh550 | Dh830 |
| 365 days | Dh1,060 | Dh1,770 | Dh2,670 |
Gold Nol Card
| Travel Pass Validity | 1 Zone | 2 Zones | All Zones |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 days | Dh100 | Dh160 | Dh220 |
| 30 days | Dh280 | Dh460 | Dh700 |
| 90 days | Dh660 | Dh1,100 | Dh1,660 |
| 365 days | Dh2,120 | Dh3,540 | Dh5,340 |
Concessions (Students and Senior Citizens)
| Travel Pass Validity | 1 Zone | 2 Zones | All Zones |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 days | Dh25 | Dh40 | Dh55 |
| 30 days | Dh70 | Dh115 | Dh175 |
| 90 days | Dh165 | Dh275 | Dh415 |
| 365 days | Dh530 | Dh885 | Dh1,335 |
How to Apply
You can apply for a Nol travel pass using three different methods:
- Ticket Vending Machines
- Ticket Office Machines
- Nol Pay Applications
Important Notes
- Eligibility: Anonymous Nol card holders are only eligible for a 7-day pass and cannot purchase 30, 90, or 365-day travel passes.
- Zone Travel: If you travel outside the validity zone, regular travel fees will apply.
- Exclusions: This pass cannot be used for bus route 110, which operates between Al Safa Bus Terminus and Al Quoz Creative Zone, as it is considered an intercity bus and operates with a flat rate of Dh2.
News Source: Khaleej Times