Renew NOL Card & Travel Pass Online

At first glance, putting money on an NOL card might be difficult, especially if you are a first-timer or have not used it for a long time. There are several ways to do this, including the NOL Pay app, RTA website, etc. It is good to reveal which option works best and how to proceed.

So, here is how to bring your NOL card or travel pass back to life again, accompanied by important tips and ensuring a hassle-free experience for all commuters across Dubai.

Check NOL Card Balance Online

Step-by-Step Guide to Renewing Your NOL Card and Travel Pass

NOL card Travel Passes can be renewed via the RTA website, ticket vending machines, or ticket offices within metro stations. Here is the hassle-free step-by-step process of restoring your NOL card and travel passes, given below:

1. NOL Card Renewal OR Travel Pass Renewal Online

You can easily extend your RTA Travel Passes online! Simply adhere to these straightforward instructions, and you’ll be ready quickly.

Visit the Renew Travel Pass section on the official RTA website.
You should input the NOL tag ID in the card information field.
It is necessary to indicate the travel zone and the validity duration.
Complete the payment process to finalize the renewal of your NOL card.
Once the payment is successful, your NOL card Travel Pass will be automatically renewed.

Important Note

After 45 minutes, kindly activate your travel pass using your card at any online parking meter or Metro entry point.

2. How Do You Renew the NOL Pass at the Vending Machine?

NOL Card Travel Passes can additionally be renewed at the ticket machines.

Visit the ticket vending machine
The NOL card should be placed on the machine’s card reader
Please specify the service zones and other required fields
Your card will be renewed once you make the payment
You can view your transaction history for the NOL card by accessing the NOL card balance history.

Want to check your NOL card history? Visit NOL Card Check!

3. How Do You Renew Your NOL Travel Pass at the RTA Ticket Office?

Go to any ticket office.
Present your NOL card.
Indicate the travel zone and the duration of validity.
Use any credit or debit card to make the purchase.
After completing the payment, you will automatically receive a renewal of your NOL Card Travel Pass.

Important Note

Travel passes may be renewed within 5 days before and after expiration.

4. How Do You Renew a NOL Card through the NOL Pay App?

Log in to the NOL pay app using your Huawei ID.
Choose the option to Extend Travel Pass.
Use any credit or debit card to make the purchase.
After a successful payment, your NOL Card Travel Pass will be automatically renewed.

Don’t know about the Silver NOL card & Gold NOL card and their benefits? Explore now!

Latest NOL Card Prices (2025)

Valid for Silver, Gold, Student, and Senior Citizen Cards

Duration	Silver Card (AED)	Gold Card (AED)	Student & Senior Emiratis (AED)
	1 Zone	2 Zones	All Zones
7 Days	50	80	110
30 Days	140	230	350
90 Days	330	550	830
365 Days	1060	1170	2670

Every NOL Card is designed for a specific function, whether infrequent travel with the Red Ticket or consistent commuting with the Silver, Gold, or Blue cards. The range in initial and renewal fees enables users to select the card that aligns best with their travel habits and financial considerations.

Freequently Ask Questions

How can I check whether my NOL card is still active or not?

You can easily find out the validity of your NOL card by simply putting in your NOL Tag ID on the official RTA website. This will give you all the details, such as the expiry date of the card and the remaining balance.

How do I renew my NOL travel pass online?

Renewing your NOL travel pass can be accomplished through several convenient methods:

Online via the RTA Website
Using the nolPay Mobile App
At Metro Stations
At Ticket Offices

If you want to ensure that accessing public transport services is uninterrupted, it is advisable to renew your travel pass either 5 days before or after it expires. Further information can be found by reading the RTA’s office rules regarding renewing or replacing personal NOL cards.

What documents are needed to renew a NOL card in Dubai?

To renew your NOL card in Dubai, you will usually require the following documents:

Valid Emirates ID: A copy of your Emirates ID (front and back).
Recent Photograph: A personal photograph with a white background.

Additional Documents Based on Category:

For Tourists with People of Determination Status

For Students (Ages 5 to 23)

For Seniors (Ages 60 and above)

For People of Determination

Final Words

Today, renewing an NOL card or travel card in Dubai has become so much easier, whether online from the NOL Pay App, on the RTA website, at the ticket desks at subway stations, or via automated ticket dispensers.

With so many options and a straightforward procedure, commuters do not have to face inconvenience during their travel and can comfortably access public transport facilities. Choose the method of renewal that suits your convenience and check the latest fare structure to select the best pass for your travel requirements.