Berlin, Germany

BVG Buses payment methods

Check cards, cash, mobile tickets and tap-off rules for BVG Buses. Operated by Berliner Verkehrsbetriebe; last verified on 2026-07-22.

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Multiple methods: boarding validation
Not required: tap off

Quick answer

Can I tap a bank card on BVG Buses?

Yes. This network accepts physical contactless bank cards directly on board. Documented schemes: Visa, Mastercard and other major debit or credit cards.

Cash is not accepted on board.
Tap off: not required.

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Boarding payment

Cards, cash and tickets

Cash

Source: BVG cashless buses Since September 2024, onboard bus ticket sales are cashless.

Transit or fare card

Partial

VBB-fahrCard, BVG prepaid card Source: BVG cashless buses VBB-fahrCard carries subscriptions; the BVG prepaid card can pay for onboard ticket purchase.

Contactless bank card

Yes

Visa, Mastercard and other major debit or credit cards Source: BVG cashless buses A contactless bank card purchases a ticket on board; the card is not a pay-as-you-go trip credential.

Paper ticket

Yes

Onboard paper ticket Source: BVG cashless buses

Visitor pass

Yes

Berlin WelcomeCard, day ticket Source: BVG tourist tickets

Phone or wearable

Mobile payment

Mobile wallet or digital transit card

Yes

Apple Pay, Google Pay Source: BVG cashless buses Wallets are accepted to purchase an onboard ticket.

Official app

Yes

BVG Tickets app, Jelbi app Source: BVG tourist tickets

QR or barcode ticket

Yes

BVG mobile ticket Source: BVG tourist tickets

Evidence

Sources

BVG cashless buses Accessed 2026-07-22
BVG tourist tickets Accessed 2026-07-22