Rules for free public transportation for people aged 65 and over are set to change. Authorities are preparing adjustments that would limit the current free travel privileges enjoyed by seniors. Two main proposals are being considered to regulate how citizens aged 65+ can access free public transit.
- Under the first proposal, seniors would be barred from using free public transportation during standard working hours. If this measure is implemented, retired citizens would no longer be entitled to free rides during peak or daytime office hours.
- The second proposal would allow free travel for seniors only twice per day. If a person aged 65 or older needs to use public transport more than twice in a single day, they would be required to pay for any additional trips.
The right of people aged 65 and over to use public transportation at no cost is under review. As the issue is prepared for discussion in parliament, it is expected to be part of a broader legislative package that may include new rules on roads, traffic and other transport-related measures. The two specific options likely to be tabled for debate are: restricting free travel to outside of working hours, and limiting free travel to two round trips per day.
How Will Free Public Transport Work for People Aged 65?
Two main approaches are currently being considered to redefine free public transport access for citizens aged 65 and above. The first would permit free trips only outside of regular working hours, preventing free use during peak daytime periods. The second would cap free usage at two journeys per day — effectively one round trip (two single trips). Neither proposal is finalized; both are being prepared as draft measures to be submitted to parliament. At this stage they remain proposals, and their final form will depend on parliamentary debate and decisions.
As discussions progress, affected citizens and stakeholders will be watching closely for details such as exact time windows for restricted hours, how “trip” will be defined, and whether any exemptions or special arrangements will apply for medical visits, caregiving, or other essential travel. Until lawmakers reach a decision, the current free-travel arrangements for seniors remain in effect.