Last updated: September 2026
Planning to use the Dubai Metro in 2026? You may notice a few familiar station names have disappeared from newer maps.
The biggest recent change is at ONPASSIVE Metro Station, which is being renamed Garmin Metro Station. RTA announced the new 10-year naming agreement in September 2026, with the name being introduced across station signs, apps and announcements during the transition.
But Garmin isn’t the only station name Dubai Metro passengers have had to get used to. Several stations have been renamed in recent years, so an older blog post or YouTube video may refer to a station by a name you no longer see on the map.
Latest Dubai Metro Station Name Change in 2026
ONPASSIVE → Garmin
ONPASSIVE Metro Station on the Red Line is being renamed Garmin Metro Station.
RTA announced the 10-year naming-rights agreement on 7 September 2026. The new Garmin name will progressively appear on station signage, digital systems, RTA public-transport apps, navigation information and onboard audio announcements.
The station is identified as R29 on the Red Line. RTA’s current station map is in the process of reflecting the transition, so travellers may encounter the previous ONPASSIVE name during the changeover.
Dubai Metro Renamed Stations: Full List
Here are some of the major Dubai Metro stations whose names have changed through the naming-rights programme:
| Previous Name | Current Name | Line |
|---|---|---|
| ONPASSIVE | Garmin | Red Line |
| UAE Exchange | Life Pharmacy | Red Line |
| Jebel Ali | National Paints | Red Line |
| Al Khail | Al Fardan Exchange | Red Line |
| Mashreq | InsuranceMarket | Red Line |
| Al Safa | ONPASSIVE | Red Line |
| Dubai Marina | Sobha Realty | Red Line |
| Jumeirah Lakes Towers | DMCC | Red Line |
| Al Rashidiya | Centrepoint | Red Line |
| Al Jaffliya | max | Red Line |
| GGICO | Al Garhoud | Red Line |
| Palm Deira | Gold Souq | Green Line |
| Al Fahidi | Sharaf DG | Green Line |
| Etisalat | e& | Green Line |
RTA’s current Metro and Tram map lists stations such as Garmin/ONPASSIVE, Life Pharmacy, National Paints, Al Fardan Exchange, InsuranceMarket, Sobha Realty, DMCC, Centrepoint, max, Al Garhoud, Gold Souq, Sharaf DG and e&.
Why Does Dubai Metro Rename Stations?
Dubai Metro uses a station naming-rights model, where companies and organisations can acquire naming rights for stations.
RTA launched its Metro Station Naming Rights Initiative in 2009. Under these agreements, a station can carry a company’s or organisation’s name for a specified period.
The programme has resulted in several familiar station names being replaced by commercial brand names over the years.
For example, RTA granted Life Pharmacy the naming rights to UAE Exchange Metro Station in 2025, making it Life Pharmacy Metro Station.
Similarly, Jebel Ali Metro Station was renamed National Paints Metro Station following a 2025 naming-rights agreement.
What Does the 2026 Garmin Change Mean for Visitors?
If you’re travelling around Dubai, you may see both ONPASSIVE and Garmin references during the transition period.
RTA says the Garmin name is being progressively updated across:
- Metro station signage
- Directional signs
- Digital systems
- RTA public-transport apps
- Navigation information
- Onboard audio announcements
The rollout is scheduled from September until the end of November 2026.
So, if an older Dubai travel article tells you to get off at ONPASSIVE, look for Garmin Metro Station on newer information.
Dubai Metro Red Line Stations
The Red Line connects major areas of Dubai, including the airport, Downtown Dubai, Business Bay, Dubai Internet City, Dubai Marina and Expo 2020.
Some current station names include:
- Centrepoint
- Emirates
- Airport Terminal 3
- Airport Terminal 1
- Al Garhoud
- City Centre Deira
- Al Rigga
- Union
- BurJuman
- ADCB
- max
- World Trade Centre
- Emirates Towers
- Financial Centre
- Burj Khalifa / Dubai Mall
- Business Bay
- Garmin
- Equiti
- Mall of the Emirates
- InsuranceMarket
- Dubai Internet City
- Al Fardan Exchange
- Sobha Realty
- DMCC
- National Paints
- Ibn Battuta
- Energy
- Danube
- Life Pharmacy
- Expo 2020
Dubai Metro Green Line Stations
The Green Line includes stations such as:
- e&
- Al Qusais
- Dubai Airport Free Zone
- Al Nahda
- Stadium
- Al Qiyadah
- Abu Hail
- Abu Baker Al Siddique
- Salah Al Din
- Union
- Baniyas Square
- Gold Souq
- Al Ras
- Al Gubaiba
- Sharaf DG
- BurJuman
- Oud Metha
- Dubai Healthcare City
- Al Jadaf
- Creek
Dubai Metro Station Names: Old vs New
If you’re using an older Dubai Metro map or travel guide, some names may look unfamiliar compared with the current network.
For example:
UAE Exchange → Life Pharmacy
Jebel Ali → National Paints
Al Khail → Al Fardan Exchange
Mashreq → InsuranceMarket
Dubai Marina → Sobha Realty
Jumeirah Lakes Towers → DMCC
ONPASSIVE → Garmin
Knowing the old names can be useful when reading older travel guides, hotel directions or social-media posts.
How to Check the Latest Dubai Metro Station Names
For the most accurate and current information, check the official RTA Metro and Tram station map before travelling. RTA provides the current Red Line, Green Line and Tram network information.
During an active renaming transition, station signs and digital information may also be updated progressively rather than all at once.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Dubai Metro station was renamed in 2026?
ONPASSIVE Metro Station is being renamed Garmin Metro Station under a 10-year naming-rights agreement announced by RTA in September 2026.
What is ONPASSIVE Metro Station called now?
The station is being renamed Garmin Metro Station. RTA is progressively updating signage and digital transport information between September and November 2026.
Is UAE Exchange Metro Station still called UAE Exchange?
No. It was renamed Life Pharmacy Metro Station following an RTA naming-rights agreement announced in May 2025.
What is Jebel Ali Metro Station called now?
It is called National Paints Metro Station following the naming-rights agreement announced by RTA in June 2025.
What is Dubai Marina Metro Station called now?
The station is currently listed by RTA as Sobha Realty on the Red Line.
Where can I check the official Dubai Metro map?
RTA provides the current Dubai Metro and Tram station map, including Red Line, Green Line and Tram stations.
Final Takeaway
Dubai Metro station names can change as part of RTA’s naming-rights programme. In 2026, the latest major change is ONPASSIVE Metro Station becoming Garmin Metro Station.
If you’re planning a Dubai trip, don’t rely solely on older Metro maps or travel articles. Check the latest RTA information, particularly when a station has recently undergone a name change.
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