Night Route Top-ups — Quick Guide

Find where and how to top up your Hafilat bus card during night operations across Dubai and nearby emirates. This page lists kiosks, mobile vendors, and secure self-service options available after regular hours.

Tip: Keep a small cash amount and a backup digital payment method for seamless night travel.

Night bus stop with kiosk

Overview of Night Top-up Options

24/7 Self-Service Kiosks

Fast contactless top-ups using cards and select mobile wallets at major hubs and metro stations.

Mobile Vendors & Pop-up Counters

Authorized vendors operate at busy night stops during events and peak late hours.

Online Top-up & Remote Reload

Top-up via official apps and partner outlets; confirm balance before boarding.

Night Kiosk & Vendor Locations

Selected night hotspots where top-up options are routinely available:

Dubai Marina — Main Stop

Kiosk near the metro exit with 24/7 contactless support.

Kiosk at Dubai Marina Open map

Al Rigga Night Stand

Mobile vendor at the bus interchange during late-night market hours.

Night vendor at Al Rigga Open map

Gallery — Night service snapshots

Night kiosk closeup
Contactless terminal
Mobile top-up vendor

How to Top-up at Night — Step by Step

  1. Locate an authorized kiosk or vendor (use maps above or the official app).
  2. Choose the top-up amount; contactless card or NFC phone payments are preferred.
  3. Confirm the transaction and check the balance on the terminal or via the app.
  4. Keep the receipt or screenshot until you see the new balance reflected.

If a kiosk is offline, try another nearby location or use online top-up methods and allow a few minutes for processing.

Quick Checklist

  • • Sufficient cash/card
  • • ID if requested (for certain vendor services)
  • • Mobile wallet set up (if using digital pay)
  • • Screenshot of transaction

FAQ — Night Top-ups

Most official kiosks use encrypted terminals; avoid sharing PINs and confirm receipts. Use well-lit, staffed locations when possible.

Yes — many mobile vendors and staffed counters accept cash; kiosks typically accept cards and contactless payments.

Wait a few minutes and check balance via official app. If not updated, contact the seller or reach out to us for guidance.

Pricing & Service Table

Service Availability (Typical) Payment Methods Notes
Self-Service Kiosk 24/7 Card, NFC, Mobile Wallet Instant, receipt available
Mobile Vendor Evenings & Events Cash, Card (vendor device) May close late-night
Official App Top-up 24/7 Card, Wallet May require online confirmation

User Tips & Testimonials

User face

Rashid
"Found a 24/7 kiosk at Marina. Fast and contactless."

Aisha
Evening vendors near markets are helpful but carry small change.

Omar
Use the app for backups — it saved me when kiosks were down.

Need live assistance?

Contact our support team for real-time guidance on night top-ups and route availability.