Dubai’s Metro system is one of the busiest transit networks in the region, serving around 900,000 daily riders. And with upcoming Dubai Metro Blue Line, set to open in September 2029, it’s going to serve even more passengers.
To ensure a smooth and pleasant experience, Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has laid out a set of rules that everyone entering Dubai Metro is expected to follow, with fines imposed for those who break them.
Dubai Metro Fines: Fare Violations from AED 200
- Using expired or invalid card: AED 200
- Using card designated for others: AED 200
- Selling nol cards without permission: AED 200
- Using public transport without payment: AED 200
- Failure to present Unified Card upon request: AED 200
- Using counterfeit card: AED 500
Dubai Metro Fines: Compliance Violations from AED 100
- Putting feet on seats: AED 100
- Entry into restricted areas: AED 100
- Standing/sitting in non-passenger areas: AED 100
- Selling or promoting goods inside transport: AED 200
- Using transport contrary to posted instructions: AED 200
- Failure to comply with inspectors or obstructing duties: AED 200
Dubai Metro Fines: Behavioral Violations from AED 100
- Eating or drinking where prohibited: AED 100
- Accessing/sitting in restricted areas: AED 100
- Parking beyond permitted time: AED 100/day
- Causing disturbance or inconvenience: AED 100
- Sleeping where prohibited: AED 300
- Damaging or vandalising equipment/seats: AED 2,000
Dubai Metro Fines: Health Violations from AED 100
- Bringing animals except guide dogs: AED 100
- Smoking inside transport: AED 200
- Spitting, littering, compromising cleanliness: AED 200
Dubai Metro Fines: Safety Violations from AED 100
- Misusing lifts/escalators: AED 100
- Boarding by climbing or jumping: AED 100
- Carrying materials that endanger safety: AED 100
- Opening doors or attempting to exit while moving: AED 100
- Distracting/obstructing driver: AED 200
- Carrying alcoholic beverages: AED 500
- Carrying hazardous items: AED 1,000
- Using emergency tools unnecessarily: AED 2,000
Metro Etiquette: Be Courteous and Respectful
While fines may be an unfortunate result of non-compliance, much of the Dubai Metro experience can be improved with simple etiquette. Here are a few common courtesies that won’t cost you anything:
- Respect personal space
- Let passengers off the train before boarding
- Help prevent congestion by staying to one side when waiting
- When entering the train, move all the way to the back to make space for others
By following these simple rules, passengers can help ensure that the Metro remains a comfortable, efficient, and enjoyable experience for everyone. For those who are looking ahead to future transport innovations in Dubai, be sure to keep an eye on flying taxis coming to the city next year!
Also, RTA recently announced another innovative project coming to the city’s streets: trackless tram, which will be following virtual routes.
Stay tuned for more updates on the city’s public transport system!
