Overview of the Hafilat Card: Abu Dhabi’s Smart Transport Solution
With the Hafilat Card, you can use modern electronic payments to get around Abu Dhabi’s public transport. Users can pay for bus fare easily with it because it works like a debit or credit card. The Integrated Transport Centre (ITC) introduced this card in 2015. It makes public transport more efficient by replacing cash payments with a contactless system. This makes it easier for both residents and tourists to get around the city’s extensive bus network.
Types of Hafilat Cards
There are several types of Hafilat Cards available:
- The Anonymous Smart Card costs 10 AED and is good for 5 years.
- Personalised Smart Card: This costs 10 AED too, but you have to give personal information to get it.
- Please note that the temporary contactless smart ticket is free and good for 30 days.
- Seniors, people with disabilities and students can get special passes at lower prices.
How to Apply for a Hafilat Card: Step-by-Step Process?
To obtain a Hafilat Card, follow these steps:
- Pick the Type of Card: Pick between a generic card and a personalised one.
- Check Out Where to Buy: Cards can be bought at: Ticket Vending Machines (TVMs) – Customer Happiness Centres – Several hypermarkets, such as Lulu Hypermarket.
- Finish the registration process. For personalised cards, you’ll need to show proof of who you are.
- Pay the fee. Most cards cost 10 AED.
Recharge and Manage Your Hafilat Card: A Quick Guide
Recharging your Hafilat Card is straightforward:
- Online reload: To reload online, use the Darbi app or go to the Hafilat website.
- In-Person Recharge: Go to any TVM or marked recharge points in Abu Dhabi.
- Check Your Balance: You can use the Darbi app or go to a TVM to see how much money you have left.
Hafilat Card Recharge Options
[su-table]| Minimum Recharge Amount | * AED 5 |
| Recharge Locations | * Ticket Vending Machines * Customer Happiness Centres * Convenience stores across Abu Dhabi. |
Hafilat Card Benefits: Why You Should Use It for Public Transport in Abu Dhabi?</strong>
Using a Hafilat Card offers numerous advantages:
- Convenience: No need to carry cash; just tap your card on the reader when boarding and alighting.
- Cost Savings: Frequent travelers can save money with weekly and monthly passes:
– Weekly Pass: AED 30
– Monthly Pass: AED 80
- Time Efficiency: Reduces waiting time at ticket counters and allows for quicker boarding.
- Tracking Expenses: Users can easily monitor their travel expenses through the card’s transaction history.
Where to Buy and Top Up Your Hafilat Card in Abu Dhabi?
You can buy and top up your Hafilat Card at various locations throughout Abu Dhabi:
| Purchase Locations | Top-Up Locations |
| Main City Bus Terminal | All Ticket Vending Machines (TVMs) |
| Abu Dhabi International Airport | Customer Happiness Centres |
| Bani Yas Bus Station | Selected convenience stores across the city |
| Mussafah Bus Station | |
| Lulu Hypermarket | |
Additionally, online top-ups can be done via the Darbi app or the official Hafilat website.
Download Hafilat mobile app for Android and Apple
In summary, the Card is an essential tool for anyone using public transport in Abu Dhabi, offering convenience, savings, and ease of use that enhance the overall travel experience in this vibrant city.
