RTA Student NOL Card | Application, Renewal & Price Details
The RTA student NOL card gives students a 50% discount on public transport fares in Dubai. It is available for school and university students who are enrolled in a recognized institution and meet the age requirements set by RTA. Students can apply through the website, mobile app, or approved service centers. To get a student NOL card, fill in your details, upload the required documents, pay the fee, and wait for approval.

Student NOL Application Process
You can apply for a student card online via the RTA official website and app, or visit the RTA service centers for in-person application. Below is the step-by-step guide on how to apply for a student NOL card:
Here is how to apply online via the RTA website or app:
- First, visit the RTA official website or the NOL pay app.
- Now use the search option, search “NOL” and select “apply for personal NOL card”.
- You will be redirected to a new page that provides details about the requirements for various NOL cards. Scroll down and click on the “apply now” button.
- Now scroll down, click “Request a new NOl card” and then click “Next”.

- Now select “Student Card” under the card type option, choose “Regular” in the trip category, and select “Everyone” in card type.

- Scroll down and select the design for your student’s NOL card. The simple design is free, but you have to pay 30 ADE for any other design.
- Once done, click next for further processing.
- Now, provide all the required details accurately and click next.

- Read all the points carefully and then attach all the required files carefully. Keep in mind that the file size of photos must be less than 2MB. Once done, click next for the next step.

- Now, provide your payment details carefully. It takes 2 to three minutes to confirm your payment.
- You will receive your Student NOL card at the given address. Once you get the card, visit the RTA portal for NOL card balance check and stay tuned.
RTA Student Card Requirements
Here are the requirements that you must fulfill to get the student card:
- Valid Emirates ID (original and copy)
- Recent passport-size photo with white background
- Valid student ID card
- Official letter from your school or university confirming you are enrolled
- Application fee payment

Student NOL Card Price
The price details for student card are as follows:
Item | Cost (AED) | Details |
Card Issuance Fee | 70 | Includes AED 20 travel credit |
Annual Renewal Fee | 50 | To keep the student discount active |
ISIC Add‑on (Optional) | 25 | Extra international student benefits |
If you want a card for single day use, choose NOL 1 day pass. It provides unlimited rides for one day.
Student NOL Crad Renewal
Here is how to renew your RTA student card online:
- Visit the RTA website or app and search for NOL.
- Click on the NOL services and select the “renew Pass” option.
- Now, enter your NOL Tag ID carefully and click next.
- Confirm the details and pay the renewal fees.
- Once done, your card will be automatically renewed.
Benefits of a Student Card
The RTA student card provides several valuable benefits to the students. Here are all the benefits of the NOL card:
- The Student card offers 50% discount on travel at Dubai Metro, buses, trams, and water buses. The card helps the students to save money and offers cheap travel.
- With regular travel to school or university, the card helps students save a significant amount over time.
- The card is linked to your name and Emirates ID. Therefore, you can easily replace the lost or stolen NOL card.
- One card can be used on multiple transport options, so you don’t need separate tickets for the metro, buses, or trams.
- Students can renew the card each year. The students can also recharge the NOL card anytime.
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Conclusion
The RTA NOL card provides a 50% discount on all public transport to school and university students. You can apply for a student card online via the app or the RTA portal, or visit service centers for an in-person application. The card issuance fee is AED 70, which includes AED 20 travel credit. The student card can be renewed each year for AED 50 to continue enjoying the 50% travel discount.




