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MTA Reduced Fare Eligibility Card

(GO Pass and General Reduced Fare)

The MTA Reduced Fare eligibility enables you to ride Primary & Peak Routes or Your Ride for a discounted fare. A reduced fare is available for seniors over 65, people with disabilities and Medicare card holders. A Medicare card along with a state I.D. can be presented for a reduced fare on fixed route services. The MTA Reduced Fare eligibility is Not the same as an Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) certification. Qualification criteria and service guidelines are different between the two.

For those who qualify for Reduced Fare, they will receive either a GO Pass Reduced Fare photo ID card or a general Reduced Fare photo ID card. GO Pass Reduced Fare card is for Primary and Peak Route services only. The general Reduced Fare card can be used for Primary, Peak and Your Ride services.

Reduced Fare is not valid on Regional Route transportation.

How to Apply for a Reduced Fare Eligibility Card

(GO Pass or General)

An MTA Reduced Fare Eligibility Card application must be completed. The form can be downloaded here on this website page or picked up at the MTA Northrup-Abrams Transportation Center Monday through Friday between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm. Applicants with disabilities must submit a medical professional verification letter on the medical professional letterhead of the applicant’s disability along with their application. When the application and letter are completed, the applicant must return the application along with the disability verification in person to the MTA Customer Service department. If the applicant qualifies, a photo will be taken of the applicant for the GO Pass or general Reduced Fare card.

When You Receive Your MTA Reduced Fare Eligibility Card

Please make sure you show your MTA GO Pass or Reduced Fare card to the driver. You must show your credentials each time you board. This will assist us in eliminating any false identity issues. For renewals and replacement cards, you must visit the MTA Customer Service Department. Please bring updated verification by a medical professional when renewing your card. If your card is lost, the cost of a replacement card is $5.00.

Additional Information

Click here for details on reduced fares per service. https://www.mtaflint.org/fares-passes/

For more information about the Reduced Fare Eligibility call MTA Contact Customer Service at (810) 767-0100.