Int’l tourists can validate free bus trips in Ho Chi Minh City with bank cards, contactless payments: official
Ho Chi Minh City 13:48 19/07/2026International tourists in Ho Chi Minh City can enjoy free bus services by validating their trips when boarding with an EMV chip-enabled bank card or through contactless payment methods using the card reader on buses, said a local official.
Explainer: Why bus riders in Ho Chi Minh City still need to tap ID, bank cards despite free fares
Ho Chi Minh City 11:00 13/07/2026Although Ho Chi Minh City has waived fares on its public bus network, authorities still require passengers to tap their ID cards, bank cards, or other supported devices when boarding in order to record ridership, a city official said.
Ho Chi Minh City’s free bus service wins praise from international tourists
Ho Chi Minh City 11:31 11/07/2026International visitors, particularly those spending extended stays in Ho Chi Minh City, have shown their appreciation for the city’s free bus service and the friendliness of its staff.
Ho Chi Minh City to offer free bus rides on 134 routes from July 1
Ho Chi Minh City 14:13 23/06/2026Starting July 1, all passengers on 134 bus routes currently operating in Ho Chi Minh City will be able to travel free of charge, with the program set to run through December 31, according to the city’s Management Center of Public Transport.
People in Hanoi to enjoy free bus, metro rides during upcoming holidays
Vietnam News 12:44 24/04/2026Hanoi will offer free bus and metro rides to residents and tourists during the Hung Kings’ Commemoration Day break and the Reunification Day and International Workers' Day holiday.
Ho Chi Minh City to roll out free bus travel for all residents this month
Ho Chi Minh City 14:56 03/04/2026Ho Chi Minh City is preparing to introduce free bus travel for all residents this month, with authorities finalizing plans to submit the proposal for approval.
