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.
- Petrol Pumps – No petrol?? Make sure you carry cash with you to the petrol pump. Petrol pumps no longer accepts credit cards.
- 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.
- You have to pay fees in cash for several government services like
- Consulates – Many of the consulates in UAE will ask you to pay visa application and processing fees in cash.
- 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.
- Mortgage payments on your home or property
- Taxi – Make sure you have cash in hand before hiring a taxi
- Small shops – barber shops,laundry,book rental,cafeterias,certain fast food restaurants also require cash.
- Dewa – At Dewa your security deposit needs to be in cash.