CONNECTOR.AE 52 CONNECTOR.AE 53 LIFESTYLE LIFESTYLE 2. Chew gum or smoke onboard Chewing gum or smoking, including e-cigarettes, are strictly not allowed in metro, tram, and bus systems. This helps maintain cleanliness and convenience for all passengers. Fines for chewing gum is Dhs 100 and for smoking, it is Dhs 200. 3. Sit in the wrong cabins Men are not allowed in the women and children cabins. GoldClass cabins are only for passengers with gold nol cards. Sitting in the wrong place can lead to a fine of Dhs 100. 4. Block doors or aisles Avoid standing in front of doors or blocking exits. This delays others and can cause safety issues. Move inside to allow more people to board and exit easily. 7. Be mindful of eating and drinking rules Eating or drinking is not allowed on the metro, trams or buses. This rule helps keep public transport clean for everyone. A fine of Dhs 100 can apply for breaking this rule. 8. Follow safety instructions and signs Always stand behind the yellow line at metro platforms, avoid leaning on train doors, and hold onto handrails on buses and trams. Listen to onboard announcements, which are clear, bilingual, and help ensure a smooth journey. Don’t: 1. Travel without tapping in or out Make sure to tap your Nol card before and after your journey. Forgetting to do so could lead to fines, or being charged the maximum fare. It also helps the system calculate your correct fare. 8. Try to board a moving bus or train Never chase after a bus or try to board a train after the doors start closing. It’s dangerous and against the rules. Dubai’s public transport is clean, efficient and designed with passenger comfort in mind. Whether you’re commuting daily or heading out for a family trip, following these dos and don’ts will help you travel responsibly, avoid fines, and enjoy the journey. 5. Litter or vandalise Keep Dubai’s transport system clean and beautiful. Throw trash in bins, avoid graffiti or damaging property. Fines for littering is Dhs 200, while for vandalism and damage of property, fines can go up to Dhs 2,000. 6. Take photos or videos of others without permission Respect privacy. Avoid taking photos or recording videos of other passengers. It’s a serious privacy concern and can result in complaints or penalties. 7. Use offensive language or behave rudely Rudeness, arguments, or aggressive behaviour are not tolerated in public places, including on public transport. Even a small dispute can escalate and result in a fine or police involvement.
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