Are you looking for a way to save money on Ajman’s public bus service? Find out everything you need to know about the Masaar Card

Having a Masaar card can help you save money if you routinely take the public bus in Ajman to get to work or school or if you frequently take the bus to neighboring Emirates.

Here is how to apply for the Masaar card, regardless of whether you are a frequent user of Ajman’s public bus services or a first-timer.

How to apply for the Masaar card?

There are two methods for applying for the card:

1. Online at ta.gov.ae, the website of the transport authority.
2. On Sheikh Abdullah Bin Rashid Al Nuaimi Street, in front of Ajman’s main “Al Musalla bus station.”

However, in both circumstances, you will need to go to the main bus station to pay for the card and pick it up.

Applying for the Masaar Card online

Follow these steps to submit an online service request:

1. Go to https://ta.gov.ae/en/masaar-card-request to start.
2. After entering your Emirates ID number, click “next.”
3. Under the “application information” section, enter your full name, email address, and phone number. Then click the “next” button.
4. After that, add the following documents:

• Emirates ID copy, front and back
• Recent personal photo

5. After that, press the “Submit” button. You will get a pop-up notification with your application’s request number after you submit the application.
6. Following that, a confirmation email will arrive at your registered email address. Bring a printed copy of the confirmation email and the request number to the main Ajman bus station to get the Masaar card. You’ll receive the Masaar card after making the payment.

Applying for the Masaar card at the Central Bus station

By presenting your Emirates ID, you may also apply for the card there, immediately at the bus terminal. The Masaar card will be provided after you provide the necessary information, and you can top it off at the station by making the necessary payment.

Also Read: Learn how to use Sharjah’s bus card, ‘Sayer’

How much does the Masaar card cost?

You must pay Dh25 upon applying for the card, of which you will receive Dh20 as a balance to use on the card.

How much does a bus ride with Masaar cost?

When compared to those without a Masaar Card, bus fares will be somewhat less expensive for Masaar Card holders.

Cost

• From Dh3 per passenger for Masaar Card holders
• From Dh5 for non-Masaar Card holders

Cost for Inter-emirate travel

Inter-Emirate bus service is also operated by the Ajman Public Transportation Authority. Here is how much you will pay if you frequently commute from other Emirates to Ajman:

Abu Dhabi

Masaar card: Dh30

Without Masaar card: Dh35

Dubai

Masaar card: Dh15

Without Masaar card: 19

Sharjah

Masaar card: Dh5

Without Masaar card: Dh9

Sharjah Industrial Area

Masaar card: Dh6

Without Masaar card: Dh10

Umm Al Quwain

For Masaar card holder: Dh10

Without Masaar card: Dh15

Ras Al Khaimah

Masaar card: Dh20

Without Masaar card: Dh25

How does one recharge the Masaar card?

If you need to top up your Masaar card, you may do it quickly and easily online by following these steps:

1. Visit this link: https://eservices.ta.gov.ae/en/masaar-card
2. After entering your Masaar Card number, click “next.”
3. Type in your cell phone number.
4. After that, the service page will display the balance remaining on your card. Enter the top-up amount.
5. After that, select “confirm payment details” and use a credit or debit card to settle the balance.
6. Following that, a confirmation SMS for the transaction will arrive on your registered mobile.