Fair Fares
Fair Fares NYC
In short
50% off subway and bus fares (OMNY), Access-A-Ride. NYC residents 18-64, not getting other transit discounts.
Why it matters
Half-price subway and bus. The income limit rose to 200% of the poverty line in 2026, so many new people qualify.
- What you get
- 50% off subway and bus fares (OMNY), Access-A-Ride.
- Who qualifies
- NYC residents 18-64, not getting other transit discounts.
- Income limit (2026)
- 200% FPL from 2026 expansion (~$31,920 single; ~$66,000 family of 4). Previously 150%.
- Papers to gather
- ID, proof of NYC residence, income proof (pay stubs, benefit letters).
- Renewal
- Annual recertification.
- 2026 update
- EXPANDED: FY2027 budget (June 2026) raised eligibility to 200% FPL (~1.3M eligible), +$54M; exact launch date of new threshold unverified (reports July 2026).
Some details here could not be confirmed yet. We check every rule with the agency before you apply.
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