Check in and out with your payment card
Check in and out using your contactless payment card, credit card or mobile device. Perfect if you travel by train occasionally!
Always have your ticket ready
You no longer need to buy a separate ticket.
No need to add credit
You do not need to top up an OV-chipkaart.
Easy with your mobile
You can also check in and out with your payment card on your mobile device.
Who is it for?
Travelling with your payment card is ideal if you use public transport occasionally. You no longer need a separate ticket or OV-chipkaart. Checking in with your payment card means you always travel 2nd class without a discount.
It is convenient, letting you travel your way with plenty of flexibility.
Do you have a season ticket?
Then continue travelling with your OV-chipkaart. You also use it for other services such as renting an OV-fiets, bicycle storage or passenger discount at a Park and Ride (P+R) site.
How travelling with your payment card works
Checking in with your contactless payment card, credit card or mobile device? You do not need to activate anything. You can start your journey right away.
- Take the card you want to use for checking in and out from your wallet. Alternatively, use the payment card on your mobile device.
- Hold your card or mobile device close to the card reader when checking in.
- Check out using the same card.
It is that simple!
See the costs on your bank statement
All fares for a day are deducted from your account in a single payment the next day. If you have already exceeded the threshold amount on your travel day, we will collect the amount immediately. The payment reference always starts with NLOV followed by 14 numbers and letters.
View your journeys in Mijn NS
Link your payment card to Mijn NS. This will allow you to see your travel history and costs. Do you not have an NS account yet? Create an account or visit your travel overview on OVpay.nl and follow the instructions.
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About OVpay
You can check in and out across the Netherlands using your payment card, credit card or mobile device. This new method is called OVpay. It is a collaboration between all transport providers. Want to know more? Visit the OVpay website.
Frequently asked questions about travelling with your payment card
Have more questions? See all frequently asked questions about travelling with your payment card