Yes, you can use contactless payment across the entire Lisbon Metro network and on most Carris buses and trams in 2026. This "Tap-to-Pay" system allows you to use a physical contactless debit/credit card or a digital wallet (Apple Pay, Google Pay) directly at the validation gates without needing to purchase a "Navegante" paper ticket or visit a kiosk. Each ride via contactless costs a flat fee of €1.92, which is valid for the entire Metro network. While this is incredibly convenient for occasional users, travelers planning multiple trips might still prefer the traditional "Zapping" method on a Navegante card, which reduces the fare to roughly €1.72 per journey. It is crucial to remember that you must "tap in" and "tap out" at the Metro gates to ensure the system calculates the fare correctly. If you are traveling as a group, note that each passenger must have their own unique card or device; you cannot "tap twice" for a second person with the same card. This modernization has significantly reduced queues at major stations like Baixa-Chiado and Rossio, making Lisbon's transport one of the most tourist-friendly in Europe.