Recharging your Hafilat Card online is quick and easy. You can recharge through the official Hafilat website or the Darbi mobile app. This guide will walk you through both methods step by step.
💻 Method 1: Recharge via Hafilat Website
Step-by-Step Guide:
- Go to Hafilat official website: https://hafilat.darb.ae
- Click on the "Login" button
- Enter your credentials (username and password)
- OR click on "Login with UAE Pass" for faster access
- You can scan your Hafilat Card immediately (only for personal card)
- OR click on "Recharge Card" icon on the homepage
Enter Card Details:
- Enter your Hafilat Card Serial Number in the box
- Click on "Ok" button
- Select the Recharge option
- Choose the amount you want to recharge
Complete Payment:
- Click on "View basket payment" icon
- Enter your email address
- Click on "Payment" icon
- Review the Payment Summary
- Choose Payment Method from the dropdown list
- Click on "Pay" icon
Enter Card Payment Details:
- Click on "Add" next to Credit/Debit Card
- Enter Card Holder Name
- Enter Card Number
- Enter CVC Number
- Select Expiry Date (month and year)
- Click on "Pay" icon
- Click on "Submit" icon
- Enter OTP code received on your phone
- Click on "Confirmation" icon
📱 Method 2: Recharge via Darbi Mobile App
Step 1: Download Darbi App
Step 2: Install and Open the App
- Tap the download button and install the app
- Open the application on your mobile phone
- Select your preferred language (English or Arabic)
Step 3: Accept Terms & Conditions
- Click on "Agree" button
- Review terms and conditions and click "Accept"
- View app features and click "Skip" to continue
Step 4: Login or Register
If you already have an account:
- Enter your email address
- Enter your password
- Click on "Login" button
If you are a new user - Register:
- Enter your email address
- Enter your first name
- Enter your last name
- Enter your phone number
- Create a password
- Confirm your password
- Click on "Register" button
Step 5: Add Your Hafilat Card
- Click on the red circular button with "+" sign at the bottom of the app
- Click on "Recharge Hafilat" button
- Click on "Add Hafilat Card" button
- Enter your bus card number OR scan the card using the camera icon
- Enter your email address
- Enter a nickname for your card (e.g., "My Bus Card")
- Click on the green "Yes" button
- Your Hafilat card balance will be displayed
Step 6: Recharge Your Card
- Click on "Recharge Card" icon
- Enter your card serial number
- Select the recharge amount
- Follow the payment instructions until process is completed
📍 How to Find Hafilat Recharge Machine Locations
- Go to Darbi official website: https://darb.ae
- Click on "Bus Transport" icon on the right side of screen
- Choose "Recharge Hafilat" option
- Click on "Hafilat Ticket Machines" icon
- View all Hafilat recharge machine locations on map
- Click on any location to view details
💰 Recharge Limits & Validity
| Limit Type | Amount | Validity |
| Minimum Recharge | 10 AED | - |
| Maximum Balance | 150 AED | 3 months from recharge date |
📋 Requirements for Hafilat Card
Anonymous Card (Unidentified):
- No requirements needed
- Cost: 10 AED
- Valid for 16 years
Personal Card (Registered):
- Emirates ID or Passport
- Valid residency visa (for expatriates)
- Personal photo
- Cost: Free
- Valid for 16 years
📞 Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What are the requirements to get Hafilat card?
To purchase an anonymous bus card, there are no requirements. For a personal bus card that can be recharged online, you need an Emirates ID or passport, a valid residency visa, and a personal photo.
Q: Can you recharge a Hafilat card online?
Yes, you can recharge your Hafilat card online through the official Hafilat website or through the Darbi mobile app.
Q: How can I recharge my card online?
You can recharge your Hafilat card by accessing the Darbi website or Darbi app, then selecting "Recharge Card", choosing the recharge amount, and completing the payment process.
Q: How much is the monthly pass for Hafilat card?
A Hafilat card can be loaded with a maximum of 150 AED, and the balance is valid for 3 months from the recharge date.
Q: Is Hafilat card valid in Dubai?
No, the Hafilat card cannot be used for public transport in Dubai. It is only valid for public transport in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi.
Q: Can I recharge multiple cards?
Yes, you can add and recharge multiple Hafilat cards through one Darbi app account.
⚠️ Important Tips
- 💡 Keep your card balance above 10 AED at all times
- 💡 Register your personal card to protect your balance if lost
- 💡 Save your card number in your phone for easy access
- 💡 Use UAE Pass for faster login without password
- 💡 Maximum balance is 150 AED - don't overcharge
- 💡 Balance expires after 3 months - recharge what you need
- 💡 Scan your card directly in the app for personal cards
Last updated: January 2025. App interfaces may change. Always use the latest version of Darbi app.