YCAT Discount ID Card

The purpose of the YCAT Discount ID Card is to provide alternative proof of eligibility for fare discounts when boarding a bus. With the card, students, persons with qualifying disabilities and senior citizens can receive reduced fare. The card itself costs $3 and is valid for up to three years. Cardholders can also purchase discounted YCAT passes.

You DO NOT need a YCAT Discount ID Card, if you have one of the following:

• Persons with Disabilities: YCAT OnCall Card, Medicare Card, or Persons with Disabilities ID card issued by another transit agency
• Seniors (65+ yrs.): State ID card, passport showing date of birth, or a Senior ID card issued by another transit agency 
• Students (5-18 yrs. old): Current Student ID with current semester sticker 

Proof of Eligibility

Basic Eligibility Present one of the following with your application:

• Student ID or proof of enrollment for ages 5 through 18
• Medicare Card (not Medi-Cal)
• Arizona or California parking placard registration (The YCAT card will expire with the placard.)
• Valid visitor card or other proof of eligibility issued by another transit agency
• Proof of Age for senior citizens (Individuals may apply 30 days prior to 65th birthday.)
• Service Connected Disability ID Card and VA Certification demonstrating a disability rating for aid and attendance, or a service-connected disability with a rating level of 50% or higher.

Persons with Disabilities Eligibility If you have a disability, your application must be completed by one of the following licensed professionals:

• Licensed physicians with an M.D. or D.O. degree, licensed physician's assistants, and nurse practitioners may certify in all categories in which they are licensed to diagnose.
• Licensed chiropractors, categories 1, 2, 3 and 4
• Licensed podiatrists, disabilities involving the feet under categories 1, 2, 3 and 4
• Licensed optometrists, category 9
• Licensed audiologists, category 10
• Licensed clinical psychologists and licensed educational psychologists, categories 12, 15, 16 and 17
• Licensed marriage and family counselors (MFCC) and licensed clinical social workers (LCSW), category 17

Application Process

• Complete the application form. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
• Contact us to schedule an appointment. We will verify your eligibility and take your photo.
• Present a valid photo identification such as a current driver's license, student identification card, Identification Card, passport, Alien Registration Card, Military Identification Card, or Military Dependent Card (originals only).
• Pay the appropriate non-refundable fee: $3 new, renewal, or visitor; $5 replacement.

Upon receiving your YCAT Discount ID Card, you are immediately eligible for reduced fares on all public transit systems. No additional proof of eligibility is required, but you must show the YCAT Discount ID Card at the time you pay the fare.

On request, YCIPTA staff can visit locations such as senior centers throughout Yuma County to facilitate applications and photos. Contact us to arrange.