Ras Al Khaimah is now officially on Uber. The Ras Al Khaimah Transport Authority (RAKTA) signed a formal agreement with Uber on April 27, 2026, making RAK the fourth UAE emirate on the platform, alongside Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and Sharjah. Residents, tourists, and visitors can now book taxis and limousines directly through the Uber app, with 24/7 availability and secure digital payment options. For anyone who has struggled to find a reliable ride in RAK, this is the update worth knowing about.
How the RAKTA and Uber Deal Came Together
The agreement was signed at RAKTA headquarters by Esmaeel Hasan Al Blooshi, Director General of RAKTA, and Tala Nsouli, General Manager of Uber UAE. Department directors and senior officials from both organisations attended the signing ceremony.
Under the deal, customers can request taxi and limousine rides through the Uber app around the clock. Fares are paid digitally, keeping every transaction fast, cashless, and straightforward.
What RAKTA and Uber Are Actually Saying
Esmaeel Al Blooshi described the move as part of RAKTA's ongoing efforts to modernise transport services and adopt digital solutions that improve the customer experience. He said operating taxis and limousines through the Uber app represents "a qualitative leap" in the emirate's transport sector, boosting operational efficiency and supporting the development of a smart public transport network.
Al Blooshi also noted that Ras Al Khaimah is among the few cities in the Middle East to operate taxis through the Uber app — a distinction he said reflects RAKTA's commitment to adopting the latest transport innovations.
Tala Nsouli, General Manager of Uber UAE, said: "Partnering with the Ras Al Khaimah Transport Authority to launch Uber in the emirate marks a significant step in supporting Ras Al Khaimah's vision for smart, sustainable, and diverse mobility solutions. We are now bringing the convenience of the Uber app directly to taxis and limousines, giving residents, tourists, and visitors seamless access and greater choice."
What You Can Now Book Through Uber in RAK
Through the Uber app in Ras Al Khaimah, users can now access:
- Taxis and limousines, on demand - Rides available 24 hours a day - Secure digital payments with no cash required - Real-time trip tracking
Why This Matters for RAK Tourism
Ras Al Khaimah has been pulling in bigger crowds. New hotels keep opening, beach clubs are getting busier, and mountain trips to Jebel Jais are becoming more popular with visitors from across the UAE.
For tourists, transport had been a genuine gap. Getting from Al Marjan Island to a restaurant, or from a hotel to Jebel Jais, was rarely straightforward without a rental car. Visitors can now move between hotels, beaches, restaurants, and tourist attractions without worrying about parking or navigation.
RAKTA's Al Blooshi specifically cited RAK's growing visitor numbers as a key factor in the decision, noting that accessible digital transport is critical as tourism in the emirate continues to expand.
What It Means If You Are Coming From Dubai or Abu Dhabi
Ras Al Khaimah is now the fourth UAE city to join Uber's network, following Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and Sharjah. For people making the trip from Dubai or Abu Dhabi for a weekend, this removes a real logistical headache. Car rental, navigation in an unfamiliar area, and parking concerns no longer have to factor into the plan.
The Uber app in RAK is the same product with the same interface, requiring no additional setup for existing users. RAKTA confirmed the service is available to residents, tourists, and visitors equally, with plans to grow alongside RAK's expanding tourism market.
The Uber Ras Al Khaimah launch is confirmed, the agreement is signed, and the app is ready to use. Whether you live in RAK, visit on weekends from Dubai, or are checking into Al Marjan Island for the first time, booking a ride just got a lot simpler. Open the Uber app, drop your pin, and you are sorted.
