If you have a VISA or Mastercard, you can top up your metroCARD balance automatically when it drops below $5 (for a regular metroCARD), or below $3 (for student, concession or Seniors Card metroCARDs).
You can setup an auto recharge:
When you validate your metroCARD the validator will flash both green and yellow lights to show it has automatically recharged the metroCARD, and the new balance will show on screen.
If your auto recharge fails, we will contact you via the email listed in your metroCARD account. If you don’t pay by the due date, we will cancel the auto recharge.
Your metroCARD will also be subject to cancellation if your debt remains unpaid.