Dubai Unveils Next-Generation nol-Jaywan Cards Integrating Transport and National Digital Payments
What happened
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) partnered with Al Etihad Payments to launch the next-generation nol–Jaywan integrated card, combining public transit fare collection with the UAE’s national debit network.
The Context
* Transit meets retail: The unified card links Dubai’s transit infrastructure—covering metro, bus, tram, taxi, and public parking—directly to the UAE's domestic Jaywan payment scheme for online and in-store transactions nationwide. * Account-based architecture: Built on modern account-based ticketing, the system supports digital activation and management across both iOS and Android devices, removing the friction of physical top-ups. * Phased rollout schedule: The agreement signed by RTA and Al Etihad Payments initiates a targeted pilot phase in November 2026 focused on transport and parking before expanding into broader consumer payment channels.
The Number
— The number of promotional merchant discounts bundled into the card at launch, positioning the credential as a lifestyle perk program alongside its core transport function.
Takeaway
Expect the pilot to yield a full commercial rollout that phases out standalone transit plastic in favor of unified digital wallet credentials across the UAE.
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