Personal nol Card: Benefits & How to Apply Online

The Personal nol card (also known as the “Blue Card”) is a rechargeable smart card used for paying for public transportation in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

What is Personal (Blue) nol Card?

The personalized card was introduced by the Road and Transport Authority (RTA) as a convenient and hassle-free way for residents and visitors to pay for their trips on the Dubai Metro, bus, and other modes of public transportation in the city.

This card can be recharged with credit and used for multiple trips. This eliminates the need to purchase individual tickets each time. It is also a widely accepted payment method for public transportation in Dubai.

What are The Benefits of a Personalized nol Card?

1. You can apply for the (7,30,90 and 365) days travel pass if you have a registered silver or gold nol card
2. Recover your balance if your card gets lost or stolen
3. For concession fares, a valid blue card is required
4. Secure online services for top-up credit
5. Valid for 5 years
6. You can recharge your personalized card with up to 5000 AED

The Documents you Need to Apply Online

• Personal photo in JPG format on white background (less than 2 MB)
• Valid Emirates ID in JPG format. (Less than 2 MB)
• Supporting documents, if applicable (if student submit valid school letter, If People of determination share copy of the ID issued by the Community Development Authority or copy of the Sanad card issued by the Community Development Authority.
• Payment using Credit/Debit card.

People of Determination (Resident)

1. Copy of the valid Emirates ID (front and back)
2. Personal photograph with a white background
3. Copy of People of Determination card issued by the competent authorities in the UAE (ex. Sanad Card issued by the Community Development Authority in Dubai).

People of Determination (Tourist)

1. Copy of the Passport or ID card
2. Personal photograph with a white background
3. An official document issued by the competent authorities in the applicant’s country, stating that the person requesting the permit is a Person of Determination or requires special assistance.

Students (From 5 to 23 years old)

1. Copy of the valid Emirates ID (front and back)
2. Personal photograph with a white background
3. An official document proving that the applicant is a current student in one of the UAE schools.

Senior Citizens (60 years old and above)

1. Copy of the valid Emirates ID (front and back)
2. Recent personal photograph with a white background.

Social Affairs Beneficiaries

1. Copy of the valid Emirates ID (front and back)
2. Personal photograph with a white background
3. An official and valid letter/document from the Community Development Authority stating that the customer is entitled for social assistance.

How to Apply for a Personal nol Card Online?

To apply for a Personal nol card (Blue Card) online in Dubai, you can follow these steps:

1. Go to the official website of the Road and Transport Authority (RTA) of Dubai.

2. Then select whether you would like to apply for a new personal nol Card or personalize your current Silver/Gold card and click next.

3. If you chose to apply for a new card then you have to select between the gold or the silver nol card, and then enter personal & delivery details. Otherwise you will have to enter your existing card details (nol tag ID).

4. Afterward, You’ll have to fill out your personal info.

5. Upload your valid Emirates ID in jpg format (Maximum file size 2 MB for each file of the ID) in click submit

6. Review all your details and click on confirm

7. Upon clicking confirm, you will be redirected to the payment page where you can pay by debit or credit card

Read also: How To Check nol Card Balance History Online?

Personal nol Card Fares and Prices

• There is an application fee of 50 AED and a balance of 20 AED for the Personal Silver nol card
• An application fee of 50 AED and 10 AED for the gold card design are included in the price of the Personal Gold nol card, which is 80 AED.
• 30 AED to personalise the Silver/Gold Anonymous card
• 100 AED for Personal nol Silver card with special design (50 AED for personal card application fee, 30 AED for the special design, 20 AED card balance)
• 110 AED for Personal nol Gold card with special design (50 AED for the personal card application fee, 30 AED for the special design, 20 AED card balance, 10 AED gold template)
• There is a 50% discount on metro, bus, and Dubai Tram fares for students (age 5 to 23), social affairs beneficiaries, and senior citizens.
• When using Dubai Metro, Tram and Bus, people of determination and children under 5 years of age will get this service free of charge.

Track your nol Card Application

You can track your nol card application by entering your Application reference ID.