How to apply for MTS Senior Reduced Fare (San Diego County)

Who it's for

San Diego MTS charges a reduced fare for riders 65 and older (Medicare recipients and people with qualifying disabilities also qualify). The one-way fare drops from $2.50 to $1.25 and the day pass from $6.00 to $3.00. MTS accepts several kinds of proof, including a government photo ID with birthdate, a Medicare card, a senior ID card, a VA award letter, or a County of San Diego Verification of Benefits letter. No income test.

What you'll need

• PRONTO Card Photo ID (preferred)
• Valid government-issued photo ID with birthdate (age 65+)
• Medicare card, plus a government-issued photo ID
• Senior ID card (65 and over)
• Veterans Administration award letter confirming at least 50% service-connected disability
• DMV placard ID (receipt), plus a government-issued photo ID
• NCTD or other California transit agency unexpired reduced-fare or paratransit ID, plus a government-issued photo ID
• County of San Diego Verification of Benefits letter, plus a government-issued photo ID

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about MTS Senior Reduced Fare (San Diego County). I'd like to know whether I may qualify, what documents I need, and whether I can apply online, by mail, by phone, or in person. I understand I may need pRONTO Card Photo ID (preferred), valid government-issued photo ID with birthdate (age 65+), medicare card, plus a government-issued photo ID — is anything else required? What is the best next step?"

Tip: have a pen ready, ask for the person's name, and write down any case or reference number they give you.

Renewals

Reduced Fare ID; no recurring renewal once issued