Getting around Buenos Aires on public transportation can be much cheaper this month. Throughout September, many banks, virtual wallets, and cards are offering promotions, QR code payments, and NFC (contactless) technology. Here’s the complete guide to all the promotions available in September
Virtual Wallets and Apps: September Discounts for Traveling with SUBE
Below are the September discounts for public transportation and your SUBE card, broken down by bank and virtual wallet.
- 🔴 Santander:
- 🟡 Mercado Pago:
- 🍊 Naranja X:
How to Get the Most Out of Your SUBE Card
Combine promotions and limits: Limits apply per account or per card. If you travel daily, you can use Santander or Mercado Pago until you reach the maximum cashback limit and then switch to paying with Galicia or Mastercard. For promotions that require contactless payment via your cell phone (Galicia, Mastercard, or Naranja X), make sure to enable the NFC feature in your phone’s settings and set the card as the default in your digital wallet.
If you’re using the Santander benefit with MODO, remember to keep at least $1,200 in your account when scanning the QR code; otherwise, the transaction won’t qualify for the cashback.
