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    • Add a credit or debit card

    Hey, San Diego.
    Ride transit with apple pay.

    Just tap and go.
    No need to unlock.
    Really.

    A simple way to pay.

    Setting up a debit or credit card is easy.

    1. step 1 Open Apple Wallet and tapthe plus icon.
    2. step 2 Select Debit or Credit Card, then follow onscreen instructions.
    3. step 3 Make sure Express Mode is turned on.1

    Ride with Express Mode.

    Express Mode allows you to pay for transit without unlocking your device. Enable it in seconds right in the Wallet app.

    Learn how to use express mode.

    Hop on board.

    Take a virtual trip in AR.2

    Open this page using Safari on your iPhone or iPad.

    Experience it for yourself

    Ride transit across San Diego.

    Apple Pay is accepted on buses, trolleys, and trains.3

    Learn more about PRONTO

    Get real-time transit info.
    In Apple Maps.

    With real-time arrival and departure times, it’s easy to plan your trip. Access current locations of buses and trains, connections, and more.

    Get started with apple maps

    More to explore.

    Ride like a local. Wherever you go.

    Explore all the cities that accept Apple Pay for transit.

    View cities with Apple Pay for transit

    Do more. Carry less. With Wallet.

    Keep your eligible debit and credit cards, tickets, keys, and more all in one place.4

    Learn more about Wallet

    Questions answered.

    What devices support Express Mode with Apple Pay?

    To use a debit or credit card, you will need an iPhone SE, iPhone 6s or iPhone 6s Plus, or later, with iOS 12.3 or later, or an Apple Watch Series 1 or Series 2, or later, with watchOS 5.2.1 or later.

     How do I enable Express Transit?

    Go to Apple Wallet and select your debit or credit card. Then tap 􀍡 the more button and choose Card Details. Scroll down to Express Transit and check whether Express Mode is on or off. To turn on Express, tap Express Transit Settings and follow the prompts to authenticate.

    Only one payment card can be enabled for Express Transit at a time.

     Can I pay for transit with Apple Pay on both iPhone and Apple Watch?

    Yes, but you can’t use your iPhone and Apple Watch interchangeably. Remember to use the same device to tap in and out when paying with Apple Pay.

     What happens if my physical cards and devices are accidentally charged at the same time?

    Only one card will ever be charged at a time. To ensure that only your chosen payment method is charged, always keep your physical cards separate from your Apple devices when paying for transit using Express Mode.

     Can I add a transit card in San Diego to Apple Wallet on my device to pay for transit?

    No. You can only use a debit, credit, or prepaid card to pay with Express Mode using Apple Pay.

     Can I tap when my iPhone needs to be charged?

    You may be able to use your Express Mode enabled card on your iPhone even when your device needs to be charged. With a compatible iPhone, you may be able to use power reserve to make an Express transaction for up to five hours when your iPhone needs to be charged.

    Learn more about Express Mode with power reserve

    For more questions about Apple Pay for transit in San Diego, visit the PRONTO website.

    PRONTO website

    1. To use Express Mode with a Mastercard, Visa, or Discover debit or credit card in Wallet on PRONTO transit readers in San Diego, you need an iPhone SE (2016) or iPhone 6s or later with iOS 12.3 or later, or an Apple Watch Series 1 or later with watchOS 5.2.1 or later.
    2. AR requires an iOS or iPadOS device with iOS 11 and an A9 processor or later.
    3. Contactless debit and credit cards from Mastercard, Visa, or Discover can only be used to pay for full-fare trips on PRONTO transit readers in San Diego. Amtrak does not accept contactless payments.
    4. Only available with select partners and locations, and requires eligible devices and OS version. See apple.com/wallet for details.
    • Apple Pay is a service provided by Apple Payments Services LLC, a subsidiary of Apple Inc. Neither Apple Inc. nor Apple Payments Services LLC is a bank. Any card used in Apple Pay is offered by the card issuer.
    • To use Apple Pay you need a supported card from a participating card issuer. To check if your card is compatible with Apple Pay, contact your card issuer.
    • Apple Pay is not available in all markets. View Apple Pay countries and regions.
    • Features are subject to change. Some features, applications, and services may not be available in all regions or all languages and may require specific hardware and software. For more information, see Feature Availability.
    • All communications from Apple about Apple Pay — including marketing communications and customer service support — will be in English. Depending on your device settings, certain communications about Apple Pay may be provided in your device language.
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