Restaurants, supermarkets in Dubai: 9 places you can use Nol card to pay

Did you know that you could pay your restaurant bill with a Nol card?

While these payment cards from Dubai's Road and Transport Authority (RTA) are a common fixture of life in the emirate, many are unaware of all the different spots and services that can be paid for with the Nol card.

The RTA has on its website a list of merchants that accept payment through Nol cards. The list includes a wide variety of establishments, from pharmacies to petrol stations.

Here are 10 places where you can whip out your Nol card to pay:

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1. Public transport

The most popular way to use your Nol card — to ride RTA public buses, the Dubai Metro, Tram, and marine transport such as the Dubai Ferry, Abra, Water Bus and water taxi. You can also use your Nol card to pay for Dubai Taxi rides.

2. Paid parking

You can pay for parking at parking metres across the emirate with your Nol card.

3. Supermarkets

Supermarkets such as Carrefour, Lulu, and Aswaaq, as well as convenience stores such as Zoom and Circle K accept payments via Nol card.

4. Restaurants and cafés

Some of the food outlets that accept Nol cards are Gloria Jeans, Burger King, Mister Baker, and Paavo's Pizza.

5. Clinics and pharmacies

You can pay with Nol cards at Medcare clinics across the emirate, as well as at various pharmacies in the city.

6. Car servicing centres

You can get your car serviced or repaired using a Nol card at Autopro locations across the country.

7. Popular attractions

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