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Rav-Kav Online

Rav-Kav Online is the official app and site for Israel's public transport card: load the Rav-Kav card by phone (NFC) or pay rides with the app's QR code on buses and trains.

What it helps with

  • Buses and trains on one cardAll public transport.
  • Topping up by phoneNFC top-up.
  • Free transfersWithin 90 minutes.

About Rav-Kav Online:

The same card works on buses, Israel Railways, the Jerusalem and Tel Aviv light rail. Fares are by distance, and transfers within 90 minutes are included.

Key Features:

  • Top-up by phone: Load the card via NFC.
  • Pay by app: QR or tap payment on many lines.
  • All modes: Buses, trains and light rail.

How to Get Started:

  1. Get a Rav-Kav card at a station or use the app as a virtual card.
  2. Load stored value in Rav-Kav Online.
  3. Tap or scan when boarding.

Before you use it

  • Limits: Most buses and trains stop from Friday afternoon to Saturday evening.
  • Payment: Foreign cards work for loading in the app.
Foreign card OK English available
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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Rav-Kav Online work with a foreign bank card in Israel?
Yes — Rav-Kav Online accepts foreign-issued cards in Israel.
Is Rav-Kav Online available in English?
Yes, Rav-Kav Online has an English-language interface.
Do I need a local phone number to use Rav-Kav Online?
No, an international phone number generally works for Rav-Kav Online.
Do I need local ID or residency for Rav-Kav Online?
No, Rav-Kav Online doesn't require local ID or residency for visitors.
Where can I use Rav-Kav Online?
Web · iOS · Android
How much does Rav-Kav Online cost?
Fare by distance zone; top-up online

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