Contactless payments have made transit more seamless. Get a peek at what’s next.
Transforming global urban mobility, one journey at a time
Transforming global urban mobility, one journey at a time
The connected mobility platform from Visa is using open, secure payments to redefine the future of urban transportation, however you choose to move.
Your challenge
Urban mobility is increasingly complex and people expect to move seamlessly between modes without friction. Payments haven't always kept pace. Fragmented systems, closed-loop networks, and outdated infrastructure create friction — for riders, for operators and for the cities trying to keep people moving.
Our solution
Visa enables open, interoperable payments across the full mobility journey — from the morning commute to the weekend road trip, from the bus stop to the EV charger. We work with transit agencies, mobility operators, EV networks, parking providers, toll authorities and technology partners to create seamless, secure smart mobility solutions that scale.
Mobility payment solutions, built for scale
Mobility payment solutions, built for scale
With more than a decade working in transit and over 1,000 transit projects launched worldwide, Visa brings proven experience and a deep understanding of real-world operating environments to digital mobility services. That same reliability extends across our transportation technology solutions — backed by Visa 99.99%+ network uptime.1
Integrated mobility solutions to drive the intelligent transportation systems
Integrated mobility solutions to drive the intelligent transportation systems
From tap-to-ride transit to EV charging, parking and tolls, Visa enables seamless payments across modes.
Supporting every part of the digital mobility services ecosystem
Supporting every part of the digital mobility services ecosystem
Visa works across the urban mobility value chain — from public-sector agencies and private operators to technology platforms, issuers and acquirers. Together, we help create payment experiences that work for riders, drivers and the partners who serve them.
Intelligent transportation systems in action
Intelligent transportation systems in action
See how Visa is already shaping the future of urban transportation around the world.
Running smoothly with contactless
Hear from the Mass Rapid Transit Authority of Thailand (MRTA) about their decision to partner with Visa to transform the way passengers travel on the Bangkok subway.
Insights and real‑world experience from across the transit ecosystem
Insights and real‑world experience from across the transit ecosystem
Research, case studies and perspectives that reflect how mobility payments are being deployed and scaled across markets worldwide.
Read the results from a survey of 75 transit agencies and 3,000 transit riders from cities around the globe, and learn how contactless, open-loop payments help to reduce carbon emissions and promote financial inclusion.
New research providing a novel methodology for estimating impact.
New Visa survey finds digital payments are reshaping urban mobility experiences and expectations.
Key findings from the Visa survey, capturing rider feedback from around the world.
Resources
Resources
Learn about more ways Visa technology is building innovations to help lead the way to a more efficient, sustainable future.
Connect with urban mobility specialists from Visa
Connect with urban mobility specialists from Visa
Contact Visa or speak to your bank or financial institution to discuss your needs.
More about transportation technology solutions from Visa
More about transportation technology solutions from Visa
What are urban mobility solutions, and how do they improve public transportation?
Urban mobility solutions use digital technology, mobility payment solutions and intelligent transportation systems to make public transportation more efficient, connected and accessible. By integrating contactless transit payments, digital fare collection and multimodal transportation services, cities can create seamless travel experiences for commuters while improving operational efficiency.
How do contactless transit payments benefit commuters and transit agencies?
Contactless transit payments allow riders to pay using payment cards, mobile wallets or connected devices without purchasing separate transit tickets. These transit payment solutions help reduce boarding times, streamline fare collection and support modern public transportation technology, creating a faster and more convenient commuter experience.
What is open loop transit payment technology?
Open loop transit payments enable passengers to use existing payment credentials, such as contactless cards or digital wallets, to access public transportation services. Unlike closed-loop systems, open loop fare collection reduces friction for riders, simplifies transit fare collection and supports transportation payment platforms designed for modern urban mobility ecosystems.
How can Visa help modernize EV charging, parking, and toll payment experiences across a city or region?
Visa works with public agencies, transportation authorities, technology providers and mobility operators to support connected, secure digital payment experiences across the urban mobility ecosystem. This includes EV charging, parking, tolling, public transit, and emerging initiatives designed to make door-to-door travel more seamless. Visa has supported mobility payment implementations in more than 1000 mobility projects globally.
How can smart city mobility initiatives support sustainable transportation?
Smart city mobility programs leverage smart transportation infrastructure, urban mobility technology and digital transportation payments to improve city-wide transportation systems. These connected city solutions help reduce congestion, support sustainable urban mobility goals and enhance access to transportation services for residents and visitors.
Why are digital transit payments important for the future of urban transportation?
Digital transit payments play a critical role in transportation digitization by enabling secure transportation payments, account-based ticketing and real-time payment processing. As cities modernize their transit payment technology and mobility payment acceptance capabilities, digital payments help deliver more efficient, connected and user-friendly urban transportation experiences.
Sources/Footnotes/Disclaimer
Availability of products, services, and solutions is subject to geographic, regulatory, and business considerations. Accordingly, not all offerings are available in all regions, and the scope, features, functionality, and terms of available offerings may vary by jurisdiction.
¹The Visa ‘six nines’ standard means the Visa network is available for payments 99.9999% of the time, or less than one second of downtime per day.