Taxi Subsidy Scheme

State and territory governments have programs that provide access to discounted taxi fares for people who meet certain residential, medical and financial criteria.

Eligibility criteria may include whether you:

• are a permanent resident of Australia and live in that state/territory
• have a severe disability that prevents you from using public transport safely or independently
• have a permanent disability or one that will not improve with treatment
• are a Centrelink or Department of Veterans’ Affairs pension card holder
• can provide proof that you are experiencing severe financial hardship.

Taxi concession cards are renewed every six years and provide half-price fares. The maximum fare you can claim is $120, meaning you would only be charged $60. You will need a letter from your doctor to advise that your illness means that you cannot safely or independently access public transport.

• For more information please visit the BCNA taxi information page.