In 2026, the student pass continues to be a fundamental tool to guarantee access to education, allowing thousands of students to travel for free on public transport through the SUBE system. The benefit covers different educational levels and varies by jurisdiction, but maintains a common goal: to reduce the cost of daily travel, according to the Argentine News Agency.
Who can access it In the City of Buenos Aires, the pass is for students of initial, primary, and secondary levels, from both public and private schools with full subsidies, as well as for special education and vocational training centers. In the Province of Buenos Aires, the scope is broader: it also includes tertiary and university students from public or state-funded institutions.
How to process it The process is simple, although it has some key steps. If you are applying for the first time, you must register online, schedule an appointment, and go to a corresponding office to pick up your student SUBE card, which is personal and non-transferable. If you already have one, renewal is much faster: it's enough to tap the card on an Automatic Terminal or validate it from the SUBE app to reactivate the benefit.
How many trips you can use The student pass is not unlimited, but it covers most school commutes: it allows up to 50 trips per month, with a maximum of 4 per day, from Monday to Friday between 5 a.m. and midnight. It can be used throughout the school year, although it does not apply on weekends, holidays, or winter vacations.
What about tertiary and university students In the Province, higher-level students can also access it, although they must meet some additional requirements, such as being regular students, having the SUBE registered, and not having a similar subsidy. For university students, the procedure is managed through the faculty's system (like SIU Guaraní) and requires monthly validation of course loads to keep the benefit active.
The 2026 student pass continues to be a direct relief for families' wallets and a key piece in maintaining school attendance, especially in a context where the cost of transportation continues to rise.
