Do Singapore MRT cards expire?

An ez-link Card is valid for use for 5 years from the date that it is encoded for use by EZL (the “Validity Period”), and thereafter the ez-link Card shall expire (“Expiry Date”).



Yes, Singapore MRT cards, specifically the EZ-Link and NETS FlashPay cards, do have an expiration date. Standard adult EZ-Link cards are typically valid for five years from the date of manufacture. After this period, the card can no longer be topped up or used for transit or retail payments. You can check your card's expiry date at any General Ticketing Machine, SimplyGo Kiosk, or through the SimplyGo mobile app. In 2026, as Singapore has fully transitioned to the SimplyGo system, many travelers are now using their contactless bank cards (Visa/Mastercard) or mobile wallets (Apple Pay/Google Pay) directly at the gantry, which do not have a separate transit-specific expiry. If your physical EZ-Link card has expired, you can often "transfer" the remaining stored value to a new card or a bank account by visiting a SimplyGo Ticket Office. It is important to stay proactive about checking your card's status, as an expired card will result in a "declined" message at the fare gate, which can be a significant inconvenience during the busy rush hour in the world-class Singapore Mass Rapid Transit system.

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MRT gate The simplest way is to check it at the MRT station gate. Every time you tap your card at an MRT station gate, the monitor will display your balance.

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Your EZ-Link card is valid for use for 5 years from the date of issue. A Refund Service Charge of $1 will be charged per month for EZ-Link cards that have expired for 2 years or more.

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SimplyGo charges your public transport expenses directly to the debit or credit card of your choice, eliminating the need to maintain sufficient funds in your EZ-Link card.

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For refunds, please visit any TransitLink Ticket Office and present your Card and NRIC/Passport. If the outstanding balance is less than $100, and EZ-Reload is not activated, you are entitled to an immediate refund in cash.

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There are several ways to pay for your bus or MRT/LRT rides: contactless bank cards, mobile wallets, stored value cards, concession cards or cash*. Children travel for free on buses and trains if they are below 0.9m in height and are accompanied by a fare-paying commuter.

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The EZ-Link mobile app is all you need for fuss-free daily commutes and seamless payments! Beat the crowd by enabling automatic top-ups, check your card balance and track transactions as you commute, and earn reward points – all from the convenience of the mobile app on your phone!

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