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October Fare Hikes Drive Wave of Contactless and QR Rebates for AMBA Bus Riders

Banks and fintechs pitch up to 100% refunds subject to monthly caps, with credits that may take up to 30 days.

Suben los boletos de los colectivos y el subte en el AMBA.
Pagos NFC con el celular en el colectivo. Imagen: SUBE.
Uno por uno, todos los descuentos y promociones para viajar en colectivo.

Overview

  • Visa Contactless debit offers 100% back when paying from a phone via NFC, capped at $10,000 per bank for October 1–31.
  • Mastercard grants 100% back via mobile NFC up to $15,000 and 20% back with the physical card up to $12,000, valid through October 31.
  • Banco Nación provides 100% back using QR with account funds up to $15,000 and sets differentiated terms for Visa (100% up to $15,000) and Mastercard physical cards (80% up to $3,000 plus a 20% Mastercard promo).
  • Ualá users can get 100% back paying through Google Pay or Apple Pay with a $15,000 monthly cap, valid through October 31.
  • Reports conflict on Mercado Pago’s current terms, ranging from a 90% QR discount capped at $10,000 through October 15 with in‑app activation to a 20% rebate using the physical prepaid card, while eligibility depends on contactless validators and refunds may take about 30 days; Red SUBE integration for registered cards remains in effect with 50% and 75% off on second and third rides.