Transit riders throughout the greater Montreal area can now use their Android smartphones in place of a traditional OPUS smart card. Effective from July 22, 2026, the public‑transport system in Montreal has enabled a digital option that lets Android users load their OPUS passes onto a mobile device and tap the phone to pay for rides. The change eliminates the need to carry a separate physical card for most commuters.
The new capability works with Android phones that support near‑field communication (NFC). Users add their OPUS card information to the phone's digital wallet, after which the device can be presented at fare gates and on‑board validators just as a physical card would be. The system reads the NFC signal from the phone and registers the fare in the same manner as the conventional smart card.
Montreal's transit authority has historically required riders to purchase and maintain a physical OPUS card for bus, metro and commuter train services. By extending the service to Android smartphones, the authority offers a more convenient alternative for the growing number of commuters who rely on mobile devices for everyday transactions. The rollout applies to the entire greater Montreal region, covering all zones served by the city’s transit network.
While the digital option currently supports Android devices, it does not yet extend to other operating systems. Riders who prefer a physical card can continue to use their existing OPUS cards without interruption. The transition is expected to simplify the boarding process for many commuters, reducing the need to manage an additional piece of hardware while maintaining full access to the city's public‑transport services.