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Senior CharlieCard

Example of front of updated Senior CharlieCard without personalized ID with MBTA Charlie logo and reads Reduced Fare CharlieCard

People 65 and older are eligible for reduced MBTA fares with a Senior CharlieCard. These cards are valid for 8 years.

New Reduced Fare CharlieCards for Seniors

The MBTA will no longer distribute personalized Senior CharlieCards that include images, names, and expiration dates. Riders who apply for a new or replacement Senior CharlieCard will receive the new, unpersonalized Reduced Fare CharlieCards for Seniors. Riders with personalized Senior CharlieCards will be able to use them until their expiration date.

Senior CharlieCards can be loaded with:

  • Cash value for roughly 50% reduced one-way fares
  • $10 7-Day LinkPasses
  • $30 monthly LinkPasses

Your card can also be used to purchase reduced monthly passes for Commuter Rail, Ferry, and Express Bus.

Learn more about reduced fare prices

Get a Senior CharlieCard

You can apply for or renew a Senior CharlieCard online, at the CharlieCard Store, or at a Senior CharlieCard event.

storm service  As of Tuesday, September 5, 2023, the CharlieCard Store has been temporarily relocated to the State Transportation Building at 10 Park Plaza, due to maintenance issues.

Learn more about the temporary CharlieCard Store relocation


Already applied and curious about your application status?

Once submitted, your application will be reviewed within 7 – 10 business days. We will contact you if we are unable to approve your application.

Apply Online

Eligible riders can now apply for a new, renewal, or replacement Senior CharlieCard online.

Help Seniors Apply Online

Individuals and organizations—such as Councils on Aging and senior centers—can help seniors apply for a new, renewal, or replacement Senior CharlieCard online.

Learn how to help seniors apply online

Host an Event

If you are a staff member at a Council on Aging or Senior Center, you can host an event.

Learn how to conduct a Senior CharlieCard event

Schedule an Appointment

Need to visit the CharlieCard Store for your TAP or Senior CharlieCard? Use our online scheduler to reserve a time.

Book a time

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How to Use Your Senior CharlieCard

Rider tapping Senior CharlieCard at fare vending machine

Apply Online

Eligible riders can now apply for a new, renewal, or replacement Senior CharlieCard online.

Schedule an Appointment

Need to visit the CharlieCard Store for your TAP or Senior CharlieCard? Use our online scheduler to reserve a time.

Book a time

Accessibility on the MBTA

The MBTA is dedicated to the work we're doing to make each mode of transit accessible to everyone.

Learn more about accessibility on the T