Can you use MetroCard on expiration date?

The expiration date is usually about one year from the date of purchase. If your Pay-Per-Ride MetroCard expires, you have two years from the expiration date to transfer any remaining money to a new card. Within the first year after expiration, use a MetroCard Vending Machine to transfer the balance to a new card.

Why do NYC MetroCards expire?

The millions that the MTA collects each year from expired MetroCards is considered fare box revenue, which the MTA pumps back into its system. Ortiz added that MetroCards have an expiration date because wear and tear on the cards can eventually render their magnetic strips unusable.

How many times can you swipe a MetroCard?

Unlimited Ride fares cannot be used more than once every 18 minutes. This is designed to prevent fraudulent use of the card by multiple people. Subway station agents cannot override the 18-minute rule—you must wait for the time to expire.

How do I exchange an expired MetroCard?

All you need to do is go up to a Metrocard vending machine, insert your card after selecting either “Add Value” or “Add Time,” and the machine will automatically recognize that your card is expired. It will transfer the balance to a new card, and you can then complete your transaction.

How do I get a refund on an expired MetroCard?

Refunds are available for expired Fair Fares NYC MetroCards that have money left on the card when it expires. You must turn in your expired Fair Fares NYC MetroCard at any of the five Fair Fares NYC locations to request a refund. Any request for a refund must be made within 2 years of the card’s expiration date.

How long do Metro cards last?

Regular TAP cards expire after ten years. Reduced Fare TAP card expiration dates vary, depending on the type of card. Check your card’s expiration date at taptogo.net, at a TAP Vending Machine or at a TAP Vendor location.

Can two persons use same metro card?

Only two people per card are granted entry to a METRO centre.

Can two persons use one metro card?

regular metrocards can be used by two people since you are paying fares. The ‘unlimited’ ride passes have an 18 minutes delay after being used before it can be used again. So, if you want to wait 18 minutes before the second person can enter the gate, sure two people can use it.

How many rides is $11 MetroCard?

4 rides using the Pay-Per-Ride option cost $11 plus $1 for the actual MetroCard, which adds up to $12 as well. Starting at 4 rides you may want to take into consideration if you stick to Pay-Per-Ride or become more flexible.

Can metro card be refunded?

In order to comply with the guidelines/directives of Reserve Bank of India and also for making Metro Smart Card interoperable, it has been decided that Delhi Metro Smart Cards shall be non-refundable only w.e.f. 1st April 2017. 1) The Smart cards sold w.e.f. 01st April 2017, onwards shall be non-refundable only.

What should I do if my Metrocard has expired?

What should you do if you have an expired MetroCard? The answer depends on how long ago it expired. You have two years from the expiration date to transfer any remaining funds to a new card. If it expired less than a year ago, you can bring it to a subway station and ask the agent to make the transfer.

How many times a day can I use my student MetroCard?

You can use your card for three rides each school day, between 5:30 a.m. and 8:30 p.m. Student MetroCards are good for one semester. See details about Student MetroCards.

How many times can I refill my Metrocard at once?

Your MetroCard can only hold one Unlimited Ride refill at a time. You can’t pause an unlimited ride card once you’ve started using it. You can combine time and value on the same MetroCard. Time will always be used first. Value will become available the time on your card runs out.

How much does a New York City MetroCard cost?

Cost: $33 (7-day) or $127 (30-day). You have unlimited swipes on the subway and local buses for either 7 or 30 days. Your MetroCard can only hold one Unlimited Ride refill at a time. You can’t pause an unlimited ride card once you’ve started using it. You can combine time and value on the same MetroCard. Time will always be used first.