What is the Virtual Nol Card?
A Virtual Nol Card is an electronic or digital version of a physical Nol card, stored and used via a smartphone. By simply tapping your mobile phone, you can access various services in Dubai, such as the Dubai Metro, buses, trams, and RTA parking meters. you can enjoys 1-day nol card pass using your virtual nol card.
Features of the Virtual Nol Card
Digitally Converted:
Virtual cards are digitally converted into mobile format, making them more secure. Nol cards use NFC technology or a QR code system; otherwise, they cannot be used for any service.
Eco-Friendly:
It reduces the need for plastic, which benefits the ecosystem.
Time Balance:
You can use, top up, and manage your card via your smartphone. It is valid for Dubai Metro, buses, trams, and marine transport.
Multi-Functionality:
The Virtual Nol Card supports various types of payments. You can use it for RTA parking payments and transport transactions.
How to Get or Activate a Virtual Nol Card?
There are two ways to get your digital Nol card. To digitize your Nol card, you need an NFC-enabled mobile phone. You can obtain your virtual card using either of these two apps:
How to get a Virtual Nol Card in Nol Pay App?
Step 1)
Open the Nol Pay App and tap on “Get my Nol card”.
Step 2)
Click on “Digitize Physical Nol Card”.
Step 3)
Select your card type (only Silver and Gold cards can be converted).
Step 4)
To proceed, tap “Next”.
Step 5)
Place your physical Nol card on the back of your phone to read the card information.
Step 6)
After reading, you will receive a notification to activate your digital card. Tap “Continue”.
Step 7)
After the digitization process, your physical card will no longer be usable.
Step 8)
You can now use your digital Nol card via your mobile..
To proceed, tap “Next”.
How to get a Virtual Nol Card in RTA Dubai App
If you prefer to use the RTA Dubai App for your Nol services, follow these steps:
Step 1)
Install the RTA Dubai App and log in to your existing Nol card account.
Step 2)
Click on “Nol Services”.
Step 3)
Tap “Apply for Digital Nol Card”.
Step 4)
Select your card type (Silver or Gold).
Step 5)
Complete the purchase by following the on-screen instructions.
How to Use a Virtual Nol Card?
fallow these steps
Step 1)
Open the RTA Dubai App and tap on “Virtual Nol Card” section.
Step 2)
Scan it on an NFC-enabled Nol card reader.
Step 3)
after sign in your card you can enjoy dubai transport services and also paying parking.
Step 4)
Make sure you have a sufficient balance before traveling.
How to Top Up a Virtual Nol Card?
Step 1)
Open the RTA Dubai App and tap “Nol card” section.
Step 2)
Select your Virtual Nol Card type (Gold or Silver) which you own.
Step 3)
Click on “Top-up Nol Card”.
Step 4)
Enter the recharge amount and choose the payment method (credit/debit card or other available options).
Step 5)
Review the amount you want to recharge and payment method that you choosed.
Step 6)
Enter your credit/debit card details.
Step 7)
Confirm the payment and wait for a confirmation notification.
If you top up via Smart Apps, the RTA Website, or Ticket Vending Machines, no extra charges apply. But If you top up at Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank, a 1 AED charge applies.
How to Check Virtual Nol Card Balance?
You can check your card balance using the RTA Dubai App.
Step 1)
sign in your card by bcard tag ID.
Step 2)
Navigate to the “Nol Card” section.
Step 3)
Select your card type to view balance details.
Why Choose Virtual Cards Instead of Physical Cards?
1)Ease of Carrying
2) Instant Top-ups & Payments
3) More Secure
Alert:
However, a downside is that not all metro gates or bus readers currently support NFC technology.
