This article has information about some of the most searched rules of Abu Dhabi Taxi. Let’s learn more about these rules.
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How Many Passengers Allowed In Abu Dhabi Taxi?
As per Abu Dhabi Integrated Transport Centre’s rules, maximum number of passengers allowed in taxis are from 3 to 6 in different types of taxis. Standard Taxis can have upto 4 passengers, Family Taxis & 7 seater Taxis can have upto 6 passengers, Airport Taxis can have upto 6 passengers and Special Need taxis can have upto 3 passengers.
| Taxi Type | Number Of Passengers | Minimum Fare |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Taxi | 4 | Dhs 12 |
| Family Taxi | 6 | Dhs 12 |
| 7 Seater Taxi | 6 | Dhs 12 |
| Airport Taxi | 6 | Dhs 25 |
| Special Need Taxi | 3 | Dhs 12 |
Abu Dhabi Safety Rules
Abu Dhabi taxi is very safe for passengers especially women. Security cameras are installed on all taxis and they are monitored. Abu Dhabi taxi speed is monitored continuously and if taxi crosses the limit, driver is alerted. Installing car seats is possible for children’s safety.
Abu Dhabi taxi speed is monitored continuously and if taxi crosses the limit, driver is alerted. In addition, the front seat passenger should also be at least 145 cm tall and not younger than 10 years old.
Are Pets Allowed In Abu Dhabi Taxi?
Pets are not allowed in Abu Dhabi Integrated Transport Centre’s taxis. You need to book pet taxis for the pet taxi services. These taxis provide ground transportation services for cats, dogs and birds etc for pet ambulance, animal boarding and grooming. These taxis offer both group and private taxi services.
Can you Eat, Drink or Smoke in Abu Dhabi Taxi?
Eating, drinking and smoking are not allowed in Abu Dhabi taxis. This is applicable for all types of taxis like Standard, Family, 7 Seater, Special Need & Airport taxis. The smell may make the driver uncomfortable, and if it smells particularly pungent, it could make future passengers uncomfortable as well.
Also read about smoking laws and practical information about Can You Smoke In Abu Dhabi or Dubai?.
Abu Dhabi Taxi Timing
Abu Dhabi Taxis operate 24X7. Taxis can be seen on road in main areas of Abu Dhabi even at night. In case, you are in remote areas where taxis are not available, you can book taxi using Abu Dhabi Taxi App or by calling Abu Dhabi Taxi Helpline +971 600 535353 any time during day or night.
Abu Dhabi Taxi Receipt
Abu Dhabi Taxis are equipped with small portable printers. Therefore, passenger can request for receipt for any trip using Abu Dhabi taxi. Receipts are available in all case including booking taxis using mobile app or using helpline or onboarding taxi directly on the road. If taxi is booked using mobile app, you can download receipt in mobile app.
Do Abu Dhabi Taxis have Children’s Car Seat?
Abu Dhabi taxis are not equipped with baby car seats. I verified this with Abu Dhabi Taxi helpline. However, as per Integrated Transport Centre’s rule, you can install children’s car seat in the rear seats of the taxi. Passenger can request the driver to help during installation process.
Which currencies are accepted In Abu Dhabi Taxi?
In general, only UAE Dirhams are accepted by taxi drivers of Abu Dhabi Taxi. Taxi driver has the right to refuse accepting the trip fare in case the currency is not traded or value of exchange rate varies from time to time. Now, You can also make card payment in most of the taxis.
You can read my article on Abu Dhabi Taxi Card Payment to make card payment.
Can Passengers Decide The Route To The Destination?
Passengers have the right to determine the required destination & define the trip route. Generally, Abu Dhabi taxi drivers are honest and they take best possible route. However, if passenger wants to take any other route, it is the right of the passenger to do so.
Is Abu Dhabi Taxi Allowed From Dubai To Abu Dhabi?
Passenger cannot book Abu Dhabi Taxi for Dubai to Abu Dhabi trip. Passenger has to book Dubai Taxi only. As told by a Abu Dhabi taxi driver, if Abu Dhabi Taxi takes a passenger in Dubai, he will face fine of Dhs. 3000. So generally if Abu Dhabi taxi makes a trip from Abu Dhabi to Dubai, it returns empty on way back.
Monthly Taxi Service Abu Dhabi
Monthly taxi service is possible with Abu Dhabi Taxi. For this, you need to call Abu Dhabi Taxi helpline +971 600 535353 to tell taxi authority your requirement and they will arrange monthly taxi for you. Abu Dhabi Taxi mobile app does not have this option as of now.
