UAE: Now, pay government fees via mobile payment apps, bank transfers, credit cards

Federal decided to stop using eDirham platform as a payment method in the next three months.

On Wednesday the Ministry of Finance announced that customers can now pay government services fees using the various payment options accepted in the UAE.

The decision comes in response to customers’ suggestions and requirements and with the aim of providing them with easier, more flexible, and more efficient payment methods.

The Ministry of Finance stated that over the next three months, federal government entities will gradually stop using the eDirham platform as a payment method for their services fees.

Customers can use the following payment methods:

• Samsung Pay
• Apple Pay
• Bank transfers like Mobile banking, Internet banking and also
• Direct debit
• Credit cards