Smartcitizens like to travel by public transportation? As a resident of the capital city, you are certainly no stranger to Transjakarta, LRT, or MRT. The three types of transportation have become favorites and even become the mainstay of Jakarta residents, given the dense activities and high mobility. This variety of transportation is followed by various payment methods. Although currently, the DKI Jakarta Provincial Government has implemented integration tariffs, the methods used to make payments can vary. What are the payment methods and what is the process? Come on, check it out!

Transportation Transformation in Jakarta

Before being integrated as it is now, transportation in Jakarta has undergone many developments from time to time. Ranging from trams that use special rails in the city to motorized vehicles such as oplet, mikrolet, Metromini, or Kopaja buses have graced the streets of the capital city. In operation since 1869, the tram triumphed when Jakarta was still known as Batavia, from its initial horsepower to the switch to steam trams. The tram finally stopped operating after the presence of other public transportation such as the more efficient city bus.

Oplet was popular in Jakarta in the 1960–1970s because of its relatively small size. Then in 1979, the oplet was replaced by the more advanced mikrolet in technology. Currently, the mikrolet has changed into a more modern Mikrotrans with various facilities such as air conditioning, surveillance cameras (CCTV), and automatic doors. The Metromini and Kopaja buses have been in operation since 1962 and had become the rulers of the streets in the 1990s. Now, the two mainstays of the commuters have been transformed into Transjakarta.

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Anti-complicated Cards and Apps

Various modes of transportation are supported by various payment methods as a substitute for cash or cash, one of which is by using an electronic card. Let’s see what cards are there.

JakLingko

The card issued by PT Jakarta Lingko Indonesia can be purchased for Rp. 30,000, with details of Rp. 20,000 for the card and Rp. 10,000 as the balance. The purchase method can be through the Ticket Vending Machine (TVM) available at Transjakarta bus stops or MRT/LRT/Commuter Train stations integrated with JakLingko. Can be used for various modes of public transportation (Transjakarta, MRT, LRT, Mikrotrans), with a minimum top-up of IDR 20,000 and can save a maximum balance of IDR 2,000,000.

JackCard

Issued by Bank DKI as a means of payment for various transactions at collaborating merchants. This card has a contactless chip, so it can top up via contactless (NFC) on JakOne Mobile. Besides being used for payments to merchants who have collaborated, this card can also be used for many other things, such as public transportation (Transjakarta, Mikrotrans, Jak Lingko, Railink, MRT, LRT), tourist attractions (National Monument, Museum, Ragunan Wildlife Park, Thamrin 10). ), and certain toll roads. There is no minimum balance, but the maximum balance is IDR 2,000,000 and can be obtained at Bank DKI or from merchants who have collaborated with Bank DKI with the “JakCard” logo.

TapCash

It is an electronic money product produced by Bank BNI. Can be owned by anyone, without the need to have a BNI account. This card can be obtained by visiting the nearest BNI branch office and BNI TapCash partners such as Indomaret and Alfamart. The fee for this card is IDR 40,000, with details of IDR 20,000 for the card and IDR 20,000 for the balance. Maximum balance of IDR 1,000,000, with a minimum top-up of IDR 20,000.

BRIZZI

Issued by Bank BRI, this digital card has many benefits, especially for public transportation. This card is equipped with Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology, so it can top up contactless (NFC). It can be obtained at all BRI branch offices, online marketplaces, and the nearest minimarket. With a maximum top-up balance of IDR 1,000,000 and a minimum top-up of IDR 20,000, this card can accompany you around Jakarta by Transjakarta.

E-Money

Is a payment instrument issued by Bank Mandiri as a non-cash payment instrument. It can be owned by customers or non-customers, with a maximum balance of IDR 1,000,000 and a minimum top-up of IDR 20,000. Can be used for toll payments, public transportation, or retail stores that have collaborated. The purchase is easy because it can be made through the nearest Bank Mandiri, minimarkets such as Indomaret or Alfamart, and online marketplaces.

Not only various transportation cards, but various applications can also make you even more passionate about traveling. Come on, see what applications!

JakLingko App

In addition to issuing electronic cards, PT Jak Lingko also provides application services as an alternative to paying for public transportation. This application can be a guide in traveling because it has integration features with four other modes of transportation, so the fare is cheaper. In addition, there is also a guide to choosing a faster route along with transportation options. Its use is also easy, just download it from the Google Play Store and fill in your data in the application. After that, you can immediately use it in various transportation to get around Jakarta.

AstraPay App

This application is a digital wallet that aims to provide convenience in paying for needs. As a subsidiary of Astra Indonesia, AstraPay has collaborated with the DKI Jakarta government in the transportation sector, especially in Transjakarta. By using it, Transjakarta payments become more practical. Because it is enough to download it on the Google Play Store, then it can be used immediately. Even some times there are special promos, such as cashback that can be enjoyed.

LinkAja App

LinkAja as national electronic money has a complete digital ecosystem. Starting from air transportation, sea, to land can be used with this application. Because they are integrated, you can travel practically, comfortably, and safely. The application of QRIS (Quick Response Code Indonesia Standard) is one of the reasons that make it easier to pay for public transportation, especially in Greater Jakarta (Jakarta, Bogor, Depok, Tangerang, and Bekasi). In addition, LinkAja can also be used for online and offline merchant payments through the QRIS feature. The balance cash withdrawal feature can also be used for BNI, BRI, and Bank Mandiri ATM users, without having to use an ATM card.

After reading about the various transportation payment methods, you will know more about the attractive payment features. Of these various payment methods, which one is Smartcitizen’s favorite? Whatever payment method you choose, let’s make taking public transportation your favorite mode of mobility! Also, check the schedule and transportation routes using the JakLingko feature on JAKI.