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It happens maybe once or twice in a lifetime: the MTA changes the way we pay for the city's transit system.
After a decades-long run, MetroCard's time is coming to an end and riders will be moving to a new contactless payment method called OMNY.
Currently, 23% of all subway and bus riders have migrated to the new system, the MTA said. And by 2024, everyone will have to switch over as the MetroCard is fully phased out.
Below, you'll find an explainer to help you become an early adopter. We'll be updating this as new information becomes available and as changes occur. Have a question that's not answered here? Send us an email at tips@gothamist.com, using the subject line: OMNY.
1. Many times when I tap my CC, it is not accepted (although I read somewhere that if you register your CC on their website, it will be recognized more easily) Bologne or true?
2. The OMNY card itself costs $5 compared to a metro card that costs $1 for a new one.
3. Doesn't prevent people from evading fares.
4. Also have security comcerns when using CC to tap. Not sure how safe this is to prevent hackers stealing your card info.
2. The OMNY card itself costs $5 compared to a metro card that costs $1 for a new one.
I would have gladly paid $5 for a Metro Card if it were the same credit card quality item, like OMNY. Bonus if it doesn't expire forcing you to buy a new one anyway.
It's also not a requirement. You can still use any of your tap-to-pay technology. If you set up Google pay, it creates a new card number that is the one read by the machine, adding a layer of security. I don't have Apple but I would presume it works in a similar fashion.
I've also had zero issues with system access using my phone. Unlike the Metro Card that just decides not to work at random.
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