Senior citizens and residents in Abu Dhabi, aged 60 or older, can avail the Barkitna card
09 Nov 2024
NewsThe Barkitna card is available to Abu Dhabi residents who are 60 years of age or older. The card covers a range of services from the public, private, and semi-public sectors.
The Fazaa card will be given out in addition to the Barkitna card in order to give citizens and elderly people access to private sector discounts and offers.
With just their Emirates ID and the online registration form, residents and senior citizens can apply on the TAMM website.
The card guarantees older citizens and residents of Abu Dhabi priority access to several government agencies, including separate counters, valet parking, medical assistance, free sports consultations, and more, from the appropriate authorities.
Both senior citizens and senior Emiratis can take advantage of exclusive deals with the Barktina card and the Fazaa card. While some may only be available to UAE nationals, others are accessible to all locals.
Offers and discounts
Exemption from Abu Dhabi tolls for a single car under the applicant's name
Free transit in Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, and Al Dhafra (using the Emirati and Muqeem bus cards)
Savings on various packages offered by phone providers such as Etisalat, du
Priority check-in to Air Arabia and a 10% discount on additional tickets, which includes priority front seats and a choice of meals
Services at specific hospitals and healthcare facilities are discounted by up to 20%.
Please be aware that offers have varying validity periods.