Starting Wednesday, July 8, the Autoridad de Transporte Urbano para Lima y Callao (ATU) requires all passengers on the Línea 2 of the Lima Metro to use the new Tarjeta Interoperable de Transporte (TIT). The cards, which have been available for purchase since July 1, cost S/ 7.50 and are essential for entering and exiting the system.
Where and how to acquire the card
Passengers can purchase the TIT at the ticket offices of five specific stations: Evitamiento, Óvalo Santa Anita, Colectora Industrial, Hermilio Valdizán, and Mercado Santa Anita. These offices operate daily from 6:00 a. m. to 11:00 p. m. According to the ATU, specific groups—including members of the National Police, the General Corps of Volunteer Firefighters, and individuals with disabilities holding a yellow card from the National Council for the Integration of the Person with Disability (Conadis)—are eligible to obtain or update their cards at no cost.
Security and personal usage
The new TIT cards feature advanced technology, including encrypted keys and an internal memory designed to store user profiles, validation history, and recharge data. These measures, according to ATU spokesperson Erick Reyes, are intended to prevent fraudulent activities. Unlike older systems that allow multiple validations on a single card, the TIT is strictly personal and nontransferable. Reyes noted that this model is designed to eliminate the resale of cards and the presence of third-party sellers, issues that currently affect the Línea 1 of the Metro.
Protecting your balance
Users can link their DNI to their TIT card at the station ticket offices to personalize it. This process acts as a safeguard; if a card is lost or stolen, the balance stored “in the cloud” can be recovered. Once a passenger reports the loss and purchases a new card, the previously held balance is transferred to the new account, according to the ATU.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use the same card for multiple people?
No. According to the ATU, the card is personal and nontransferable, allowing only one validation per access.
What happens if I lose my card?
If you have personalized your card with your DNI, you can recover your balance. You must report the loss at a station, purchase a new card, and the balance will be restored.
Who is eligible for a free card?
Personnel from the National Police, the General Corps of Volunteer Firefighters, and people with disabilities who hold a Conadis yellow card can obtain or update their cards for free at station ticket offices.
How will these security measures affect your daily commute on the Línea 2?
