Dubai Transport taxis accept MasterCard

The introduction of electronic swipe machines in 240 airport and city taxis means even greater convenience and flexibility to MasterCard cardholders.

Taxis offering payment by MasterCard cards are easily identified by the bold MasterCard branding affixed to the sides and back of the vehicles.

"We are continually developing innovative ways for MasterCard cardholders to conveniently pay for purchases both small and large. By providing them with the flexibility to use their MasterCard cards to pay their taxi fares in Dubai, we show our commitment to making MasterCard the best way to pay for all types of purchases, from everyday items at home to all types of purchases when travelling abroad," said Mohamed Belarj, senior vice president and general manager, MasterCard International Middle East and North Africa.

"This innovation, the first of its kind in the Middle East and North Africa Region, will benefit not only residents travelling around the city but also visitors arriving at Dubai International Airport by giving them the flexibility of a choice of payment," continued Belarj.

MasterCard cardholders will find using their cards in Dubai Transport taxis the same as if they were in a shop or restaurant. The driver will swipe the card through the electronic reader. A receipt then will be printed for the passenger to sign, and the driver will return the MasterCard card and a customer receipt.

MasterCard cards are accepted at more than 32 million acceptance locations around the world, offering cardholders ease of payment at home in the UAE and abroad.