The Transport Bureau (DSAT) announced in a statement yesterday that, in order to streamline fare payments and improve bus operational efficiency, AlipayHK has introduced a “Companion Code” feature following successful coordination and testing. The new system allows passengers to pay for up to two additional companions simultaneously.
Using the “Companion Code”, the fare is set at 6 patacas per person, per journey. The statement clarified that no fare discounts or transfer concessions apply to these transactions.
The bureau noted that it has been in ongoing communication with the Monetary Authority of Macao (AMCM), the city’s two public bus operators (TCM and Transmac), and various payment service providers to expand the range of electronic payment methods available on public transport, further facilitating the use of local bus services.
In a statement issued on February 10, the bureau announced that public buses already supported WeChat Pay (both for the Chinese mainland and Hong Kong versions) and Alipay (Chinese mainland version only) for multi-passenger payments, allowing users to pay for three fares at once using a single code.
The bureau said that it will continue to closely monitor the effectiveness of these new payment options and work to introduce further methods to improve travel convenience for both residents and tourists.
This photo downloaded from Mobus Fandom shows a Macau Pass Machine on a public bus in Macau.
