Choose the transit benefit you would like to enroll in

How do I know if I qualify for the Medicare Cardholder option?

You qualify for this option if you have a Medicare card. To enroll you will need an account with Medicare.gov. You will need to sign up for a Medicare.gov account if you do not currently have one. Deceased Medicare cardholders do not qualify.

Do I need my Medicare card to enroll?

No, you do not need your physical Medicare card to enroll in a transit benefit. You will need the information on your card to create an account at Medicare.gov if you do not currently have an online account.

Do I need to bring my Medicare card when I ride public transportation?

No, you do not need your physical Medicare card to use your transit benefit on public transportation. Once you have enrolled you can use your contactless debit or credit card to tap to ride with a reduced fare.

What if I qualify for more than one option?

You can enroll in any option you qualify for. We recommend enrolling in the Medicare Cardholder option if you qualify for it.

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What is Login.gov?

Login.gov is a service that offers secure and private online access to government programs, such as federal benefits, services and applications. With a Login.gov account, you can sign into multiple government websites with the same email address and password.

Why is Cal-ITP Benefits using Login.gov?

Login.gov uses two-factor authentication, and stronger passwords, that meet new National Institute of Standards and Technology requirements for secure validation and verification. By using Login.gov, you’ll get an extra layer of security to help protect your account against password compromises.

For more information on Login.gov, please visit the Login.gov Help Center.

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How do I know if I’m eligible for the transit benefit for CalFresh Cardholders?

We verify your eligibility as a CalFresh Cardholder by confirming you have received funds in your CalFresh account at any point in the last three months. This means you are eligible for a transit benefit even if you did not receive funds in your CalFresh account this month or last month.

Will this transit benefit change my CalFresh account?

No. Your monthly CalFresh allotment will not change.

Do I need my Golden State Advantage card to enroll?

No, you do not need your physical EBT card to enroll. We use information from Login.gov and the California Department of Social Services to enroll you in the benefit.

Can I use my Golden State Advantage card to pay for transit rides?

No. You can not use your EBT or P-EBT card to pay for public transportation. When you tap to ride, use your personal contactless debit or credit card to pay for public transportation.

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What is Login.gov?

Login.gov is a service that offers secure and private online access to government programs, such as federal benefits, services and applications. With a Login.gov account, you can sign into multiple government websites with the same email address and password.

Why is Cal-ITP Benefits using Login.gov?

Login.gov uses two-factor authentication, and stronger passwords, that meet new National Institute of Standards and Technology requirements for secure validation and verification. By using Login.gov, you’ll get an extra layer of security to help protect your account against password compromises.

For more information on Login.gov, please visit the Login.gov Help Center.

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What is Login.gov?

Login.gov is a service that offers secure and private online access to government programs, such as federal benefits, services and applications. With a Login.gov account, you can sign into multiple government websites with the same email address and password.

Why is Cal-ITP Benefits using Login.gov?

Login.gov uses two-factor authentication, and stronger passwords, that meet new National Institute of Standards and Technology requirements for secure validation and verification. By using Login.gov, you’ll get an extra layer of security to help protect your account against password compromises.

For more information on Login.gov, please visit the Login.gov Help Center.

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