Ajman Goes Cashless on Buses and Vehicle Services From September 17
Starting September 17, 2026, the Ajman Transport Authority has mandated cashless payments for all intercity bus services connecting Ajman to Sharjah, Dubai, and Umm Al Quwain. Passengers are no longer permitted to pay fares with cash on board and must now use a Masaar Money card or an accepted bank card. The Al Musalla Bus Station, serving as a primary interchange for these routes, is included in this transition.
- Ajman Transport Authority mandates cashless payments for intercity buses starting September 17, 2026.
- Cash is no longer accepted on buses going to Sharjah, Dubai, and Umm Al Quwain.
- Speed Vehicle Testing and Registration Centre also stops cash transactions on the same date.
Masaar Money Card Details
Masaar Money serves as the official prepaid travel card for Ajman public bus services. Cards can be obtained from Ajman Transport Authority branches and approved sales points. Users may recharge their cards via authorized self-service kiosks or the Masaar Travel App.
Regulations specify a daily top-up limit of AED 300 and a monthly limit of AED 3,600. The card remains valid for nine months from the date of first use. As the current system is non-registered, the authority warns that balances on lost or damaged cards may be difficult to recover.
Impact on Commuters and Vehicle Services
This policy significantly impacts the large population of expatriate workers and residents who reside in Ajman but commute to neighboring emirates for employment, schooling, or medical services. Commuters are advised to ensure their cards are sufficiently topped up or their bank cards are active and enabled for contactless transactions prior to boarding to avoid disruptions during peak hours.
Simultaneously, the Ajman Transport Authority has ceased cash transactions at the Speed Vehicle Testing and Registration Centre as of September 17, 2026. Motorists visiting the facility for vehicle inspection, testing, or registration must now use electronic payment methods. These changes are part of a broader initiative by the Ajman Transport Authority to digitize transport-related services across the emirate.