With the implementation of the new fare, the authorities have reiterated the importance of users complying with the payment of the fare.
Fines for sneaking into TransMilenio.
The Transmilenio, Bogotá’s mass transportation system, moves millions of people daily through the routes that connect different points of the city. According to recent data, more than 4 million users use this means daily, with the aim of getting around, avoiding traffic and reducing costs.
Since last January 18, The fare per trip on Transmilenio was established at $3,200. This adjustment responds to factors such as the increase in the minimum wage, inflation and operating costs associated with the maintenance and operation of the system. The increase seeks to guarantee the financial sustainability of the service.
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With the implementation of the new fare, the authorities have reiterated the importance of users complying with the payment of the fare. Failure to do so may lead to economic sanctions that, for this year, were also updated and their price increased. This call seeks to strengthen the payment culture and prevent evasion, a problem that affects the system’s finances and its ability to function in the best way.
The penalty for sneaking into Transmilenio increased
Transmilenio operates under a set of rules defined in the user manual, which is aligned with the National Code of Security and Citizen Coexistence. This document establishes the responsibilities of users, such as respecting the spaces designated for women and people with reduced mobility, and complying with the provisions related to entry and use of the system.
As defined by the authorities in Law 1801 of 2016 (National Code of Security and Citizen Coexistence), Citizens who evade paying the fare will be incurring a type 2 infraction.
This violation carries a fine of four current legal daily minimum wages (SMDLV). It should be remembered that for 2025, the salary was defined at $1,423,500, Therefore, the daily minimum is $47,450.
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In that sense, The fine for sneaking into Transmilenio was set for 2025 at $189,800, Although citizens who receive the sanction and pay it within five business days after its imposition, will be able to access a 50% discount and will pay only $94,900.
However, it is necessary to clarify that, in addition to this sanction, they may receive additional sanctions for inappropriate behavior, such as jumping turnstiles, forcing doors and entering or leaving through prohibited places. These violations correspond to type 1 and can receive fines of $86,666 in 2025.
Source: Digital Integrated System
