Transportation around Abu Dhabi by bus just got a whole lot simpler with the Abu Dhabi Bus Card, your ticket to convenient and stress free public transportation. If, for example, you run on buses in the city, then it is worth remembering about your card balance and recharging it in time.
The good news is that recharging your Abu Dhabi Bus Card and managing your balance is so much easier now. Here’s everything you need to know, whether you want to do it online or offline.
What Makes Checking Your Abu Dhabi Bus Card Balance Important?
You’ll want to be sure to check your Abu Dhabi Bus Card has enough balance before you hop on a bus in Abu Dhabi. If you’re short on your card and are caught without funds, you could be fined. Keeping balance in check while traveling will avoid the unnecessary surprise.
How to Check Your Abu Dhabi Bus Card Balance
1. Checking Your Balance Online
You can check your Abu Dhabi Bus Card balance easily from the comfort of your home, office or anywhere with an internet connection. Here's how:
- Visit the Official Website:
- Go to the official website.
- Then on the “Recharge Card” option.
- Then type in your card's serial number and hit "OK."
- You will see your current balance on the screen. Simple, fast, and convenient!
- Use the Payit Mobile Wallet App: Payit also has a mobile wallet app and if you have it on your phone you can check your balance at anytime, anywhere. You can easily link your Abu Dhabi Bus Card with the app by entering its serial number and see your current balance instantly within the app, you can also manage your card and recharge it on the go.
2. Checking Your Balance Offline
Don’t want to check your balance online? You can find plenty of offline options around Abu Dhabi.
- Sales and Recharge Machines: You can just swipe your card on the machines that are available at bus stations and bus stops to see your balance.
- Sales Offices: Visit any sales office at bus stations to check your card balance.
- MBME Machines: These machines can show your balance, and you can find them in malls and commercial buildings. Note though that on the machine the balance can take up to two hours to update.
How to Recharge Your Abu Dhabi Bus Card
If you check your balance and see it’s time for a recharge, you can’t worry—recharging is easy and fast. There are lots of places to do it online or in person, whatever you prefer.
1. Recharge Your Card Online
- Via the Official Website:
- Go to the official website.
- Click on "Recharge Card."
- Click "OK" and enter the serial number of your card.
- Select the recharge amount you would like.
- You will then proceed to payment and choose how to pay.
- Using the Payit App: Using the Payit app you can now recharge your Abu Dhabi Bus Card straight from your phone. Simply:
- In the "UAE Bills & Recharge" section.
- Choose your payment option as 'Abu Dhabi Bus Card'.
- Simply enter your card serial number and pick how much you would like to top up.
- Use the app to complete the payment. It’s that easy and easy to use!
2. Recharge Your Card Offline
If you prefer to recharge your card in person, you can use several offline methods:
- Recharge Machines: These machines are located at bus stations, bus stops, and malls and top up your card easily.
- Sales Offices: To manually recharge your card, visit the sales office of any bus station.
- Lulu Market or Lulu Exchange Branches: You can also recharge your card at any of the Lulu Market and Lulu Exchange branches in the city. All you need to do is give the required documents, pay your recharge amount, and you’re done.
How to Get Your Abu Dhabi Bus Card
If you haven’t already, getting an Abu Dhabi Bus Card is easy. Simply visit any of the following locations:
- At major bus stations, Sales Recharge Machines.
- Lulu Exchange Branches around Abu Dhabi
- The airport is Abu Dhabi International Airport.
- It runs to Al Ain, Mussafah etc.
To have a card valid for five years, you'll need to present your Emirates ID or passport and pay a one time fee of AED 10.
Additional Benefits of Using the Abu Dhabi Bus Card
It’s not just a convenience for your bus rides as the Abu Dhabi Bus Card offers much more. Here are some benefits:
- Seamless Travel: Just swipe, and your fare is automatically deducted, so boarding and exiting are faster and smoother.
- Multiple Types: Card types are available as per your needs:
- Contactless Smart Ticket (CST): It is excellent for short term use up to 30 days.
- Personalized Card: Valid for 5 years and perfect for long term users.
- Smart Card for Students, Seniors, and Special Needs Citizens: Valid for 5 years, tailored for specific groups.
- Secure and Convenient: Payment process is secure and your card is safe, and there are multiple options to check and recharge your balance.
Now, it’s easier than ever to manage your Abu Dhabi Bus Card balance, and be ready for your next ride. You can recharge and check if there’s enough balance in your card online through the official website or Payit App. Alternatively you can recharge offline at bus stations and malls all over the country. Avoid your card running dry and make sure you stay in control of your balance – stress free travel is a must in Abu Dhabi!
