The Transit and Land Transport Authority (ATTT) announced on Monday that it will distribute 5,000 free school cards for the 2026 school year, aimed at students entering the education system for the first time. According to the entity, the distribution will begin on February 25th and continue until supplies run out, as part of a strategy to strengthen student mobility in Panama. This measure is designed to reduce transportation costs and ensure more equitable access to the public mobility system for students. Guardians or tutors must visit the Specialized Attention Centers (CAE) located at Panama Metro stations during the following hours: Monday to Friday: 5:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Saturdays: 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. To obtain the 2026 school card, one must provide a copy of the current 2026 tuition receipt or proof of enrollment, the student's identification card (youth ID or certificate from the Electoral Tribunal), and the identification document of the guardian or tutor. With the school card, students can access subsidized fares, including: Buses on trunk routes: B/.0.10, North and South Corridors: B/.0.75, Metro Line 1: B/.0.17, Metro Line 2: B/.0.25. These fares represent significant economic relief for thousands of Panamanian families.
