How to Check NOL Card Expiry Date? A Quick Guide

The NOL Card is a smart card that facilitates the use of public transportation systems in the Dubai. But these smart cards cannot function properly if they are no longer valid. If you’re not sure about the validity of your card, learn how to check the Nol Card expiry date through the steps provided in this article.

Check the NOL Expiry Date on the Card

To find the expiry date of your Nol Card on the card itself, turn the back of the card and view the date inscription on it. You can only check card expiry dates on personal (blue) Nol cards. The expiry date is usually printed near the bottom edge or on the back of your NOL card. It will appear in the MM/YY format (e.g., 06/26 for June 2026).

How to Check NOL Card Expiry Date Online

You can check your Nol Card’s expiry date online using the following methods: ^[1]

• Visit the RTA Dubai website “from here.”

• Click on “Check Nol Balance” From the boldly enlisted options.
• Enter your Nol ID tag in the available space.

• Click on the “Search” button.

Your Nol card expiry date will be displayed to you along with its available balance.

Check NOL Card Expiry Date by Nol Pay App

Here’s how to check your Nol card expiry date with the Nol Pay App: ^{[2] [3]}

• Get the Nol Pay App on any app store:
  • Download the Nol Pay App on the Google Play Store “from here.”
  • Download the Nol Pay App on the Apple App Store “from here.”
• Install and open the app.
• Sign in with the UAE PASS, or follow on-screen instructions to log in or register with other methods.
• Go to the card section in the bottom menu.
• Click on “More Services.”
• Select the option to check card info.

Your Nol card information, including its expiry date, will be displayed to you.

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Check NOL Card Expiry Date by RTA Dubai App

With the RTA Dubai app, you can check the expiry date of your Nol card through the following process: ^{[4] [5]}

• Get the RTA Dubai app on any app store:
  • Download the RTA Dubai app on the Google Play Store “from here”.
  • Download the RTA Dubai app on the Apple App Store “from here”.
• Install and open the app.
• If you have an account, enter your registered email and user password.
• If you don’t have an account, click “New account” to create one.
• In the app, navigate to your account section.
• Find the option to check Nol balance.
• Enter the unique tag ID number on your card.
• Click on the button to submit.

Your Nol card expiry date will be displayed to you along with its available balance.

How to Check Nol Card Expiry Date by SMS

You can check your Nol card expiry date on your phone via your SMS app:

• Open your phone’s SMS app.
• Start a new message.
• Type in your card ID tag.
• Forward it to the recipient number ‘511’ to successfully register your number.
• Type “BAL” In the same chat and send it to the same recipient.

You will receive an SMS detailing your Nol card expiry date along with its balance.

Check Nol Card Expiry Date by RTA Helpline

Follow the procedures below to check your Nol card expiry date through a telephone call to the RTA helpline:

• Open your Phone app and dial the number 800-90-90 or +971 4 605 1414 (for those outside the UAE).
• Be sure to make the call with your RTA-registered number.
• Follow instructions to pick a service until you arrive at Nol card services.
• Enter your Nol ID tag.

The customer care support will check your card details and inform you of its expiry date.

How to Check Nol Card Expiry Date by Parking Meters

 also offer a simple and quick method to check the Nol card expiry date. Here’s how to use one to check your card validity:

• Approach any parking meter.
• Insert your Nol card in the provided card slot.
• If your card has 30 days or less to expiry, the parking meter will show an alert.
• If you do not see this alert, your NOL expiry date is 30 days or more.
• Conclude the session and remove your card.

Check Nol Card Expiry Date by Ticket Vending Machines

To view your Nol card expiry date through a ticket vending machine, follow the steps below:

• Approach any ticket vending machine around.
• Appropriately insert your Nol card.
• Click on the “Card Details” Option.
• View your Nol card expiry date along with other card information.
• Conclude the section and remove the card.

Check Nol Card Expiry Date by RTA Merchant Shops

RTA merchant shops offer an alternative for checking your Nol card expiry date. Here’s how to get started:

• Visit any RTA merchant shop around.
• Meet the merchant and politely request to check your card expiry date.
• Submit your Nol card and wait.

The merchant will run some checks and reveal your Nol card expiry date to you.

Check your Nol Card Expiry Date at RTA Centers.

You can check your Nol card expiry date at any RTA Happiness Center by following the instructions below:

• Visit any of the following RTA customer centers nearest to you:
  • Al Barsha Customer Happiness Center
  • Al Kifaf Customer Happiness Center
  • Al Manara Customer Happiness Center
  • Deira Customer Happiness Center (Al Twar)
  • Umm Ramool Customer Happiness Center
• Approach a Nol card services officer.
• Inquire about your Nol card expiry date.
• Provide the Nol ID tag number and wait.

Your card expiry date will be revealed to you.

Conclusion

You can check your Nol card expiry date through the RTA website and app, Nol Pay app, SMS, RTA helpline, RTA merchant and centers, and even on the card itself. Always keep in mind the expiry date of your Nol card to ensure continuous, uninterrupted access to Dubai public transportation services.