In two weeks time, over 40 000 code tickets of “Rīgas satiksme” have been purchased
Since October 21, when a code ticket is offered for payments in “Rīgas satiksme” public transport, it has been purchased more than 40 000 times. Whereas, in buses, trolleybuses and trams, it was registered almost 33 000 times.
During the first two weeks, “Rīgas satiksme” received generally positive feedback about the code ticket. Customer offers are also listened to and recorded. The issue of bank card data storage in the customer’s profile is addressed by the company and they do not have to be re-entered with each purchase.
Currently, the code ticket can be purchased using the application of “Rīgas satiksme” and “Mobilly”, while the third application of the association of persons “SP Grupa” is still being developed.
Code ticket is a new method of payment in “Rīgas satiksme” public transport (tram, trolleybus, bus), which allows to pay for the trips with a smartphone in online mode. The code ticket operates alongside with the existing e-ticket system.
It is possible to purchase up to 10 single (1 trip) tickets at a time in the application. When entering public transport, you must scan the special QR code or enter the transport vehicle identification number that appears below it. The ticket purchased in the mobile application is valid for three months.
For communication with “Rīgas satiksme”, please use the information telephone 20361862 or send an email to info@rigassatiksme.lv. You can also contact the company using its website www.rigassatiksme.lv , section “Contact us”, where everyone can submit an application.