Places where only cash is accepted in UAE

Do you roam around UAE without cash in your wallet , relying only on your credit cards? Then you better take a note of following list where you really need some cash in hand. Even though most of our transactions are paperless nowadays, sometimes consumers have no other choice.

1. Petrol Pumps – No petrol?? Make sure you carry cash with you to the petrol pump. Petrol pumps no longer accepts credit cards.
2. Fees –
   • You have to pay fees in cash for several government services like 
     • applying for work permit 
     • renew your labour card 
   • You will also have to pay fees in cash for
     • joining driving classes
     •  renewing license 
   • As Tasjeel won't accept credit cards,if you have purchased a new car, or your registration is up for renewal, you'll definitely need some cash handy.
3. Consulates – Many of the consulates in UAE will ask you to pay visa application and processing fees in cash.
4. Nol cards – You have to pay in cash to purchase a Nol card,which allows you to use all the public mode of transportation in UAE.
5. Mortgage payments on your home or property
6. Taxi – Make sure you have cash in hand before hiring a taxi
7. Small shops – barber shops,laundry,book rental,cafeterias,certain fast food restaurants also require cash.
8. Dewa – At Dewa your security deposit needs to be in cash.