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Buying sbb half fare travelcard at Bern Station

benjijyk

I’m wondering if I have to fill out the order form in advance if I plan to purchase the SBB half fare travelcard at one of the SBB stations in Bern. The website says I have to give the staff the filled form but the form itself says that I don’t have to.

DafineM

Hello benjijyk

If you buy the Half-Fare Card at a ticket office, you do not need the form. The only thing you need is a valid passport photo for your SwissPass card and your identity card.
You will receive a free transition ticket at the counter, which is valid for two weeks. This serves as a confirmation to the ticket inspector that you have a valid pass. The SwissPass card will then be sent to you by mail.
If you already have a SwissPass card, the subscription will be loaded directly onto your SwissPass card.

Have a good trip.

Greetings
DafineM

StéphanieB

Hi benjijyk

The transitional Swisspass is considered as a valid document and can be used together with a passport/ID. As soon as you have received your customer number and your subscription is active, you can deposit your SwissPass/Half Fare on the SBB Mobile App.

Have a nice day, StéphanieB

benjijyk

DafineM

Dear Dafine, Thank you so much for your answer!
May I ask, can I use the free transition ticket as a valid card to buy the Berner Oberland pass for my travel on the same day? I’m starting my trip in the region in Bern and I’m wondering if I can purchase both passes on the same day.

Thanks again!