You might be interested in taking a bus around the city if you live in Sharjah or frequently visit the Emirate. Purchasing a “Sayer card,” the bus card provided by the Sharjah Roads and Transport Authority (SRTA), may be a wise choice in this situation. The Sharjah Sayer card, its benefit over cash tickets, how to register, its benefits and its cost to apply.
What is a Sayer card?
On Sharjah buses, a Sayer card can be used as a cashless payment option. Swiping the Sayer card at the bus’s ticket machine will immediately deduct the trip’s fare.
Where do I buy a Sharjah Sayer card?
By asking the driver on the public buses in Sharjah or going to the Al Jubail Bus Station, you can buy and recharge Sayer cards.
What is the difference between a Sayer card and a cash ticket?
For travel on public buses within Sharjah, a cash ticket would cost at least Dh8, while a Sayer Discount Card offers a 25% discount and costs Dh6.
What are the different types of Sayer Cards?
There are two types of Sayer cards:
Sayer Discount Card
You have a choice of paying Dh50 or Dh95 for the Sayer Discount card. The card can be refilled for between Dh45 and Dh90, and it has a five-year expiration date.
Sayer Subscription Card
The Sayer Subscription Card has a five-year expiration date and costs Dh225. The subscription card, which can be renewed each month for Dh225, enables unrestricted travel for a period of 30 days.
They can be purchased for an initial fee of Dh5, including of 5% VAT (Value Added Tax), to cover the cost of the card, and the amount to be charged on each card.
How to register your Sayer card?
To register your Sayer card, take the following actions:
1. Go to the following website: mowasalat.ae/register/sayer_page
2. Enter your personal information
3. Upload the required paperwork, which should include copies of your Sayer Card and your Emirates ID or passport that have been self-attested.
What are the benefits of registering?
According to Sharjah’s Public Transport website, mowasalat.ae, if a registered Sayer card is lost, stolen, or destroyed, the card will be stopped from future use and the balance on the card can be transferred to another replacement card. Sayer cards that are not registered are unable to do this.
Can I travel on Sharjah buses for free?
People with disabilities, the older, and recipients of social assistance may ride buses within Sharjah using the Sayer Exempt Category Card, which is provided by the SRTA. For the Exempt Category Card to be valid:
- The applicant must be a citizen or resident of the UAE.
- The candidate must be older or incapacitated.
-  A certification from the Ministry of Community Development certifying the existence of a disability is required for applicants who are disabled.
- The applicant must be registered with the Department of Social Services and possess a card for beneficiaries of social services.
What is the cost to apply for or renew a Sayer Exempt Category Card?
For the first year, a brand-new Exempt Category Card is free. The card must be renewed annually for a charge of Dh25. For a price of Dh25, you can get a new card if the old one is lost or damaged.
