Checking in and out with the OV-pas
The OV-chipkaart is retiring after nearly fifteen years. A new card with updated technology is here: the OV-pas. Find out how it works and how you will switch soon.
From OV-chipkaart to OV-pas
The OV-pas replaces the OV-chipkaart. It may look like a new plastic card, but there are significant technical changes behind the scenes.
Your details are no longer stored on the card itself but in a secure online database. This makes it possible to manage more services online without needing to visit an NS Ticket Machine (although you may still do so if you wish).
A digital card will also be introduced in the future, which you can add to the Wallet on your phone.
How do I get an OV-pas?
If you have an NS season ticket, you will continue to travel with your OV-chipkaart until we notify you to switch to an OV-pas. We will start transferring subscriptions at the end of the year.
Do you have a business season ticket? Find more information about the new NS-Business Card.
Do you not have an NS season ticket?
You can order an individual OV-pas at OVpay.nl or travel using your payment card. In both cases, you will always travel in 2nd class without a discount.
Do you already have an OV-pas?
At the moment, you travel with your OV-pas on balance without a discount. We are not yet able to load NS season tickets onto an OV-pas.
How to travel with your OV-pas
Not much changes for you as a traveller. The OV-pas remains one card for travel by train, metro, tram and bus.
Check your costs
You will no longer see your balance or fare for your journey displayed on the gates or readers when you check out. View your journeys and costs in the OVpay app or through Mijn NS.
View and top up your balance
Check or add credit to your balance using the OVpay app. This is not yet available through Mijn NS, our NS Ticket Machines or OV Service & Tickets shops. The train conductor or service staff can also check your balance.
About OVpay
OVpay is the new way to check in and out on public transport. You can use the new OV-pass or your payment card to check in and out. This enables you to travel anywhere in the Netherlands by train, metro, tram and bus.
Frequently asked questions about the OV-pas
Do you have other questions? View all frequently asked questions about travelling with your OV-pas.