Millions of passengers ride taxis in Dubai each year, but many are unaware of a simple yet important fact: the different roof colors of the taxis indicate the company operating them and sometimes the specific type of service they offer. This color distinction is clearly explained by the social media account Social Kandura. Knowing this can enhance your taxi experience in Dubai by helping you choose the right service for your needs.
In Dubai, taxis are a popular mode of transportation, providing a convenient and efficient way to get around the city. Here’s what the various roof colors signify:
Pink Roof
Pink roof taxis are part of the Dubai Taxi Corporation and are driven by women for women passengers and children. You can book these taxis by calling 800 88088 or using the DTC app or Careem app.
Orange Roof
Metro Taxi cabs, with orange roofs, have a smaller fleet and can be booked by calling 04 267 3222 or through the Careem app.
Yellow Roof
National Taxi cabs have yellow roofs and operate in both Dubai and Abu Dhabi. You can book these by calling 04 339 0002 or using the Careem app.
Green Roof
Green roof taxis are operated by Arabia Taxi, which focuses on using hybrid vehicles to be more eco-friendly. You can book these taxis by calling 04 285 1111 or through the Careem app.
Blue Roof
Taxis with blue roofs belong to Cars Taxi, the first franchised taxi company in Dubai. They can be booked by calling 04 269 3344 or through the Careem app.
Red Roof
If you see a taxi with a red roof, it’s part of the Dubai Taxi Corporation, which has the largest number of taxis in the city. You can book these by calling 800 88088, or using the DTC app or Careem app.
Decoding the colors
Dubai taxis are uniformly sand-colored with different roof colors indicating the operating company. The different colors help passengers and officials tell the companies apart, especially if there’s a lost item or a complaint.