Argentina: People with disabilities can now use SUBE card for free travel

Argentina has simplified the process for people with disabilities to access free public transportation. Starting June 19, individuals with disabilities can use their SUBE card to travel for free on national buses and trains without the mandatory requirement of presenting a physical Unique Disability Certificate (CUD).

This new system provides a 100% discount on fares for these services. The primary goal is to streamline access to public transport benefits. Official information states the new system safeguards users' personal data, reduces the use of paper documents prone to fraud, and enhances operational conditions for drivers and transport operators. Passengers who prefer the old method can still present their CUD in paper form.

To use the benefit, passengers inform the driver of their destination and tap their SUBE card on the validator in buses. On trains, the card is tapped on the turnstile at the start and end of the journey. If traveling with an accompanying person, the procedure must be repeated for both tickets.

This initiative is part of a broader modernization of public transport in Argentina, which has been integrating various payment methods. The official objective is to implement tools for more efficient management, reduce administrative burdens for users, and ensure that aid reaches the intended sectors. The system is being gradually rolled out in the Buenos Aires Metropolitan Area and national jurisdictions, with plans for progressive expansion across the country.

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This new system safeguards the personal information of users, minimizes the use of paper prone to fraud, and improves operational conditions for drivers and operators.