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Places where only cash is accepted in UAE

Oct 13, 2014 by Sylva Simpson

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.

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