The Dubai government has successfully transformed into a 100% paperless government, a first in the world. One of the most significant changes that the government has introduced is the DubaiNow App, a one-stop solution for the needs of a citizen. All 45 federal agencies were required to go paperless as part of the five-phase strategy. More than 1,800 digital services and over 10,500 important transactions are now offered by the Dubai government online.
What is the DubaiNow App?
With this application, you can access all the services offered by the city. It is the first and only application from the Dubai Government that gives you access to more than 120 public and commercial sector services from more than 30 organisations. The app provides you with a seamless, secure, one-stop shopping experience for all your government contacts. The app saves a lot of time by providing all the necessary services.
DubaiNow App Benefits
There are innumerable benefits to using the DubaiNow App. Some of them are listed below:
- The application has made paying bills an easy chore.
- It provides assistance in regulating driving expenses.
- Provide in-depth information on residency, health, and education.
- Quick access to police and the department of security.
- Sorts entire matters related to travel.
- Salik’s account can be recharged.
DubaiNow App Features
It is typically used by customers to pay their Etisalat, DEWA, du, Empower, and NOL bills. However, this software can be helpful to you in a variety of ways, some of its important features are listed below:
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Paying Bills
One can pay the following bills with the help of the Dubai Now App:
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- The application helps you pay the DEWA, Etisalat, Du, FEWA, Empower and Dubai Municipality bills and fees.
- Salik, NOL, and Dubai customs accounts can also be topped up by this app.
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Housing
- Activating the DEWA account.
- Viewing, paying, and downloading the bills and receipts on the DEWA account.
- Signing and viewing the Ejari tenancy contract.
- Managing properties.
- Monitoring the RERA rent increase calculator.
- Signing up for moving, cleaning, or painting services anywhere in Dubai is easy.
- Activating your entertainment devices via Du.
- Confirmation of a title deed.
- Looking at various properties listed by Dubai Asset Management and Simasari.
- Applying to Mohammed Bin Rashed Establishment and requesting a ‘To whom it may concern letter.’
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Driving
Manage everything related to driving, like:
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- Traffic fine payments.
- Car registration renewal.
- Salik account.
- Parking fee payment.
- Fuel payment at ENOC and recharge for your ENOC VIP account.
- Purchase of seasonal parking.
- Car selling and buying in Dubai.
- Car insurance purchase or renewal.
- Deciphering the locations of traffic accidents.
- Locating EV chargers, Tasjeel centres and fuel stations.
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Education
DubaiNow app can be used by anyone to access any information regarding academics.
The following are the services:
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- One can look for schools in the KHDA directory of schools that are enlisted according to their ratings, fees, and curriculum.
- One can sign the contract for KHDA school instantly.
- One can access the academic history of KHDA here.
- One can look for universities and training institutions all over Dubai.
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Health
- Finding doctors and booking medical appointments.
- Keeping track of prescriptions, vaccinations, and lab results.
- Locate pharmacies near you.
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Residency Visas
One can also initiate residency visas with the help of the application. It also assists in:
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- Applying, renewing, or cancelling the residence visa for family members
- Viewing the dependant’s entry permits and residency visas
- Checking the status of tourists or visa applications and entry permits
- Requesting to get an official travel report from GDRFA
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Islam
It also helps in:
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- Checking Dubai prayer timings on a daily basis
- Searching for the nearest mosque
- Paying for iftar and zakat in Ramadan
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Security
It can be used for police and security measures like:
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- Getting a police clearance certificate.
- Finding a nearby police station.
- Enquiry about a pending court case.
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Travel
The app is useful for:
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- Tracking the real-time flight status from Dubai airport.
- Inquiring from the lost and found department at Dubai airport.
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Donations
Now, one can make donations to the following charities:
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- Dubai Cares
- Noor Dubai
- Dar Al Ber
- Suqia
- Inmates
- Beit Al Kheir
- AWQAF
- Al Jalila
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Miscellaneous
With all the uses listed above, the following are some of the general uses of the application:
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- One can create a digital business card and can share it as a QR code or a vCard.
- One can get the latest sports updates from the Dubai Sports Council.
- One can access the Dubai calendar.
- One can locate an ATM nearby.
- Pre-marital certificates.
- A Medical Record Number (MRN) can be generated.
How to Download DubaiNow App
One can follow the steps given below to download the app:
Step 1: Open Google Play Store/Apple App Store in your mobile phone
Step 2: Search for ‘DubaiNow App’
Step 3: Tap on ‘Install’
The downloading of the application will start after going through the above steps.
How to Use the DubaiNow App?
Following are some simple steps for using the app:
Step 1: The DubaiNow App can be used either by logging in or without logging in
Step 2: After opening the application on the ‘Home’ page one gets a carousel of services offered by the Dubai govt. Online.
Step 3: Select whichever service you want to avail and proceed further
DubaiNow App Contact Number/Email
For enquiries and feedback, Call @ 600560000
Email : help@smartdubai.ae
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is DubaiNow app?
The DubaiNow App is a one-stop solution for all your needs if you live in Dubai. Catering to services from medical, traffic, donations, travel and security.
How can I use DubaiNow App?
You can use the app by just installing it from the Play Store/App Store and creating an account on it.
Which chat app works in Dubai?
Whatsapp and BOTIM are the most commonly used among some of the many chat apps that work in Dubai.
What is a Smart Dubai app?
In Dubai, the United Arab Emirates, the Dubai Health Authority (DHA) has released a smart application, i.e., the Smart Dubai app, that will assist you in learning about COVID-19 symptoms, how to protect yourself against them, and what therapies can be used to lower the risk.
Is the DubaiNow app safe?
Yes, the DubaiNow app is secure. All the users' rights are being taken care of. Even while the app requests location-based information, it is only used to deliver local search results-based content and provide instructions to the sites you are looking for.
What are the top mobile apps that you need in Dubai?
Some of the most important and top mobile apps that one needs in Dubai are: The DubaiNow App, Dubai Travel Guide and Map (DUB), The Dubai Mall, Dubai Metro Official App, Talabat, Go Food, Dubai Police, Washmen, RTA Dubai, and Dubai Municipality.
Are there any transport apps in Dubai?
More than 40 services and features are included in the RTA Dubai App that are specifically made to support you as a motorist or passenger at service centres, metro and bus stations, taxi booking sites, parking lots, and other locations.