Why is my Compass Card not working?

Why is my Compass Card not working?

Make sure you’re holding your card flat against the reader and wait until you hear a beep. If you’re at a station, try a different fare gate or validator. If the problem persists, please contact Compass Customer Service at 604.398. 2042.

How does the MTS Compass Card work?

Every rider must have their own Compass Card. Each time you tap on Trolley validators, or on the bus fare box for a one-way ticket, the value of that one-way fare will be deducted from your Compass Cash balance. You can deduct multiple one ways during the day or load a Day Pass.

Is there an app for Compass Card?

The Compass Card app is available for iPhones or Android smartphones. All you have to do is search ‘compass card’ in the App Store or in Google Play.

Can I punch a hole in my Compass Card?

Punching a hole in a Compass Card alters it and therefore makes it invalid to be used. You also run the likely risk of damaging the antenna loop and ruining the card.

How long does it take for Compass card to load?

When purchased online or via the phone, it can take up to two hours for your pass or Stored Value to be available for use on your Compass Card.

What happens if I forget to tap out?

If you forget to tap out you, in effect, are paying full fare for that bus trip. When you board the bus and tap your ez link card, the maximum fare is debited. When you get off and tap out, the correct fare is calculated and the cash balance on your card is adjusted accordingly.

Does compass use NFC?

The hack requires two free apps, which can reprogram Compass tickets via a smartphone with NFC.

Can you hack compass card?

Single-use compass tickets can be reprogrammed using a smartphone app. A handful of hackers are using their smartphones to reprogram Compass tickets and gain free access at fare gates, TransLink has confirmed. He notes the hack does not work on the multi-trip Compass Cards, only on the single-use disposable tickets.

How much is the fine for not tapping out?

Revenue Inspection If you haven’t touched in, you’ll be charged the usual penalty fare (currently £80, reduced to £40 if you pay within 21 days) — though the inspector does have the flexibility to review your history and not give you a penalty if you don’t look like you repeatedly take the piss.

Can you touch in and out at the same station?

It’s to stop people gaming the system. If you tap in at a station, you can’t pass your oyster card back to your mate behind, the system won’t accept two consecutive tap ins. However, it WILL accept them if the two are broken up by a tap out. So to discourage that, there’s a hefty fee involved with doing so.