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Public Transportation Fare Discounts for Persons with Disabilities (Free Subway, Rail, Air and Ferry Discounts, 대중교통 요금 감면): How to Apply, Amount & Eligibility (2026)

Free subway, metro and public buses; 30-50% off rail, 30-50% off domestic flights, 20-50% off ferries

This page is a translation of the Korean original and is for reference only. The official Korean guidance is the authoritative source for amounts and conditions, so be sure to confirm on the official website before applying. View Korean original (한국어)

Benefit: Free subway and metro, free public buses. Rail: 50% for persons with severe disabilities (including 1 guardian), 30% for persons with less severe disabilities. Domestic flights: Korean Air 50% for severe and 30% for less severe; Asiana 50%. Coastal ferries: 50% for persons with severe disabilities (including 1 guardian), 20% for less severe.
Who is eligible: Registered persons with disabilities (discount rate depends on the degree of disability)
When to apply: Open all year
How to apply: Present the disability registration card (welfare card) when boarding. KORAIL 1544-7788, Korean Air 1588-2001, Asiana 1588-8000, Korea Shipping Association 02-6096-2000
Important notes: Check each carrier's conditions, such as no combination with off-peak and special fares.
Note: Present the disability registration card (welfare card) when using. The range of free bus rides varies by region.

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Based on official sources as of 2026년 10월. Amounts and requirements may change, so please confirm with the official guide before applying.

Frequently asked questions

Public Transportation Fare Discounts for Persons with Disabilities (Free Subway, Rail, Air and Ferry Discounts, 대중교통 요금 감면): who can receive it?

Registered persons with disabilities (discount rate depends on the degree of disability)

Public Transportation Fare Discounts for Persons with Disabilities (Free Subway, Rail, Air and Ferry Discounts, 대중교통 요금 감면): how do I apply?

Present the disability registration card (welfare card) when boarding. KORAIL 1544-7788, Korean Air 1588-2001, Asiana 1588-8000, Korea Shipping Association 02-6096-2000

Public Transportation Fare Discounts for Persons with Disabilities (Free Subway, Rail, Air and Ferry Discounts, 대중교통 요금 감면): how much will I receive?

Free subway and metro, free public buses. Rail: 50% for persons with severe disabilities (including 1 guardian), 30% for persons with less severe disabilities. Domestic flights: Korean Air 50% for severe and 30% for less severe; Asiana 50%. Coastal ferries: 50% for persons with severe disabilities (including 1 guardian), 20% for less severe.

Public Transportation Fare Discounts for Persons with Disabilities (Free Subway, Rail, Air and Ferry Discounts, 대중교통 요금 감면): when can I apply?

Open all year