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How to apply for IVT ACCESS Paratransit
Imperial Valley Transit (IVT) — IVT ACCESS
Who it's for
IVT ACCESS (created 1994) is the ADA complementary paratransit service operated by Imperial Valley Transit / ICTC for riders who, because of a physical or cognitive disability, cannot use the regular fixed-route IVT bus. Eligibility is established through an application and a functional assessment administered by the transit agency. Seniors age 65+ who meet the ADA functional standard qualify. Service area mirrors the IVT fixed-route network across Imperial County (El Centro, Calexico, Brawley, Imperial, Holtville, and the west-end communities). To apply or request an application packet, call 1-760-592-4444.
ADA paratransit eligibility is a functional determination made by IVT ACCESS through an application and assessment — the scan cannot make this determination for you. Age alone does not guarantee eligibility; the standard is whether a physical or cognitive disability prevents use of the fixed-route IVT bus. Apply directly with the agency.
What you'll need
- Completed IVT ACCESS application (typically with a healthcare-provider verification of functional limitation)
- Possibly an in-person functional assessment scheduled by IVT ACCESS
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 1-760-592-4444
Renewals
Eligibility period set by transit agency (typically 3-5 years)
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Find my benefitsNot legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.