Frequently Asked Questions

Questions related to the validity of school bus permit?

Permit questions are related to PTA: https://ptaservices.rta.ae

School inquiry about the process of the service?

School and parents can approach bus transportation department through the cannels listed below: • Phone: 80088088 • Email: Sales@dtc.gov.ae / school.bus@dtc.gov.ae • Website: DubaiTaxi.ae • Social Media: @DTCUAE • School Bus App

What's the benefit of school bus service?

Benefits for Schools: State-of-the-art fleet and operation control center, GPS tracking, online dashboard access, flexible contracts. • Benefits for Schools & Parents: Reliability, timely service, environmentally friendly, highest international safety standards, smart tracking mobile app, CCTV, Makani Dubai locations support, well trained RTA-approved drivers and female attendants.

Daytime Base Fare - AED 11

DTC only provides bikes and drivers together. They do not provide only bikes or only drivers standalone.

How much I have to pay for the driver?

Daily: AED 250 / 8 hours daily. Extra hours AED 40 / hour. • Weekly: AED 1,000 / 8 hours a day / 5 days per week, excluding FRI and SAT. • Monthly: AED 3,500 / 8 hours a day / 22 days per month / SAT & SUN not included. • In case of hiring the driver on Saturdays & Sunday, AED 250 / day will be charged. • It is calculated AED 40 for each additional hour, the part of hour is considered one full hour.

How many hours the driver can serve me?

Maximum 8 hours per day.

I want to know how I can hire a driver?

Customer can apply by calling 80088088

What is my driver service?

Offering professional DTC Drivers on daily, weekly, monthly basis to Individuals or Corporates in order to drive their own cars.

Can I rent lady taxi driver for in-safe hands service?

Yes.

How can I apply for the in-safe hands taxi service?

You may book the service using DTC App.

What is in safe hands taxi service?

At Dubai Taxi Corporation, your children's safety is a priority, and therefore we developed "In Safe Hands", a service to drive your children on a daily basis to and from school or nursery in comfort, privacy and safety. An experienced, professional driver will be dedicated to your request throughout the contract period so you can set your mind at ease.

Do taxi drivers accept coupons/company vouchers?

The customer can pay through coupons if they’re issued from Dubai Taxi Corporation (DTC). If the taxi fees are higher than the amount of the coupon, the customer can settle the difference in cash, but on the condition that a taxi vehicle belonging to the DTC, for example, if the coupon is issued by DTC, then only DTC vehicles can be used.

What is SANAD Card and how much discount can a customer avail if they have valid SANAD Card?

SANAD card is a smart card issued by the Community Development Authority for people of determination according to the Law No. 3 of 2022 concerning the Protection of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities in the Emirate of Dubai. A customer with valid SANAD Card can avail a 50% discount in People of Determination Taxi Service.

What are the acceptable payment methods for People of Determination Taxi Vehicles service?

The customer can pay for the People of Determination Taxi by cash and card.

What are the ways to book a People of Determination Taxi?

The People of Determination Taxi can be booked via DTC App, DTC Call Center (+971 4 208 0190/ 80088088), Street Hail, Ports & Exclusive Location.

How can I book the people of determination taxi?

• Phone: 80088088 • DTC App

How can I book other DTC services?

You can book any of the DTC services through our Customer Happiness Centre which operates 24/7. Please call 80088088 or Email us through Customers.Happiness@dtc.gov.ae for further support.

Why I can't book a taxi/limousine from other Emirates other than Dubai (eg. Sharjah, Abu Dhabi, etc.)?

Our operations are limited to picking up customers only from within the Emirate of Dubai, to any location within UAE. This is based on mutual agreements with other Emirates, as there are local transport service providers within the other respective Emirates.

What payment method are available in the taxi?

You can pay by Cash, Credit and Nol cards.

Is it allowed to use DTC taxis/limousines to move between Emirates?

DTC taxis / limousines are allowed to pick-up passengers from Dubai and transport them to any place within the UAE only.

Do you offer a baby seat in the taxi/limousine?

Kindly note that you can request for a baby car seat from the Dubai Airport taxi organizer in case you will be boarding the taxi from the Airport.

Can two or more customers with different drop-off destinations to share the same vehicle?

No.

What is payment method in airport taxi?

Cash, credit cards & Nol cards.

What type of limousines are available?

We have a range of an affordable-luxury limousines: Limousine / Ameera Limousine (Lexus, BMW, Infiniti, Genesis, Range Rover(, Electric Limousine (Tesla Model-S & Model-X(, XL Limousine (Mercedes-Benz Vito, Mercedes-Benz Viano, Toyota Previa.

Can I hail a limousine from the road?

No, you may book a limousine by calling 80088088 or DTC App or avail the service from our limousine service locations like Dubai Airport, Global Village, Dubai Mall, Atlantis.

How can I book a taxi/limousine from overseas, so that when I arrive to any of Dubai airports a taxi will be waiting for me?

You don’t need to book a taxi from any of Dubai airports, since our taxis are available 24/7. Once you arrive from your trip, please proceed to the taxi queue and our staff will be glad to assist you.

How can I book a limousine?

Our limousines are available 24/7. You can use DTC App to book a limousine. You don’t need to book limousine from any of Dubai airports, since our vehicles are available round the clock.

How can I request for a refund due to an over-charged fare?

• RTA Call Center: 8009090 • Email: ask@rta.ae / customers.happiness@dtc.gov.ae • DTC App: DTC App customers may report through the App itself

How can I submit a complaint against hala service related issue?

Please contact Hala’s customer support.

How can I report a lost item?

You may call RTA Call Center 8009090 or send an email to ask@rta.ae in case the item is lost in a taxi / limousine. DTC App or School Bus App customers may report through the respective App itself.

How can I report a driver who is not following safety regulations (example: reckless driving / driver's attitude... etc)?

Customer may call the RTA Call Center 8009090 or send an email to ask@rta.ae in case of a complaint against a taxi / limousine / bus driver. DTC App or School Bus App customers may report through the respective App itself.

When will I receive a resolution to my complaint?

You would receive an acknowledgement within 24 hours and your case will be resolved within 7 working days. You can always check the status of your case by calling the RTA Call Center on 8009090 or checking on the channel where the complaint was registered.

What information do I need prior to reporting an issue?

The best way to ensure a proper reporting is to keep your trip’s receipt since it will have all the basic required information, which your customer services representative will need to log during the call. This basic information includes: Trip Date, Pick-Up Location & Time, Drop-Off Location & Time, Vehicle Side/Plate Number, Total Fare Paid as per the Meter.

What if I am not satisfied with the decision?

You can always issue a grievance by re-submitting another complaint in which the decision will be studied and you will receive the response within 7 working days.

What happens after I submit my complaint?

Your complaint would be sent to an officer who would conduct an investigation and acknowledge within 24 hours. You may be contacted during the investigation process to learn more about the issue, if necessary.

How can I make a complaint, suggestion and/or report a lost item?

You can always call 8009090 or email ask@rta.ae where an RTA customer service agent would happily register your complaint. If your case is related to DTC App, you may open a ticket through the DTC App itself.

Why can't I get an accurate trip cost from point A to point B?

The fare amount depends on several factors, including but not limited to: Waiting time charges which is activated when the vehicle is in a waiting mode (e.g. traffic jam, traffic light…etc.(. Please note that this factor isn’t predictable, therefore, we can only estimate the fare amount for your trip on the DTC App before completing your booking process.

What People Say
About DTC

Excellent. On time. Safe driving.

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"Luxury vehicle with professional drivers"

Ahmad

"Amazing driver"

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"Best service from best company"

nizarrem

"Drivers are courteous and willing to assist."

Julius (Ilyong da adventurer)

"Their POD taxi initiate is one of its kind. Courteous and friendly drivers. Clean and tidy cars."

Muhammad Azeem Shahid

"Dubai Taxi Corporation (DTC) stands as a testament to Dubai's commitment to offer world-class transportation services to its residents and visitors alike."

Gagan Deep Kataria

Nice service respond on time thanks for your help

Aliahmadbutt Usama

Every time we use DTC app, they reach on time and the driver are Polite.

Ayesha Alswidiy

Excellent. On time. Safe driving.

Pancham Hariramani

me and my friend ride a taxi from marina to our place we forget that we are riding a taxi as we observe the taxi super clean now and smell fresh and shiny.

Helen Grace Ugalde

Very good service

Arvind Agrawal (aa)‬‏

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Ata Atayew

"Great reasonable taxi service. I definitely recommend DTC"

Angela Freeman

"Thank you DTC I lost my original apple AirPods Pro and my office and House keys thank to DTC lost and found team that found the itme and give to me safe and sound thank you do give this good service am happy to be UAE resident 🇦🇪"

Usama Khalil

"Luxury vehicle with professional drivers"

Ahmad

"Amazing driver"

Immad Bari

"Best service from best company"

nizarrem

"Drivers are courteous and willing to assist."

Julius (Ilyong da adventurer)

"Their POD taxi initiate is one of its kind. Courteous and friendly drivers. Clean and tidy cars."

Muhammad Azeem Shahid

"Dubai Taxi Corporation (DTC) stands as a testament to Dubai's commitment to offer world-class transportation services to its residents and visitors alike."

Gagan Deep Kataria

Nice service respond on time thanks for your help

Aliahmadbutt Usama

Every time we use DTC app, they reach on time and the driver are Polite.

Ayesha Alswidiy