MetroCard

Hi

I was just wondering how long MetroCards are valid. We still have money left on our MetroCards from our May trip and wondered if it%26#39;s worth keeeping hold of them or do they expire after a length of time?

Thanks.

manicsfan

MetroCard

This is from the mta website:

Whether Pay-Per-Ride or Unlimited Ride, every MetroCard has an expiration date. The date is located at the upper left corner on the back of the card. The expiration date is usually about one year from the date of purchase.

If your Pay-Per-Ride MetroCard expires, you have two years from the expiration date to transfer any remaining money to a new card. Bring your expired card to any subway station and ask the agent to make the transfer.

If your Unlimited Ride MetroCard expires, you should mail it to MTA Customer Service and request a replacement card. Pre-addressed postage paid envelopes are available at station booths.

MetroCard Customer Claims

2 Broadway

Room D11.03

New York, NY 10004

http://www.mta.info/metrocard/

MetroCard

Excellent - thanks and thanks for such a quick reply!

One note about unlimited ride cards, the 7 day ones expire 7 days from first use. If you use 5 days the unlimited rides expire 2 days later even if you don%26#39;t use the card.