Let’s learn about how to apply for the Dongbaek Pass and refund methods provided by Busan City. Dongbaek Pass is the nation’s first public transportation integrated discount system to revitalize public transportation in Busan City.
This card provides subscribers with a refund of up to 45,000 won per month when paying with a Busan, Hana, or Nonghyup postpaid transportation card when using the subway, village bus, Donghae Line, light rail, or city bus as a means of transportation, excluding taxis. .
Previously, it could only be applied to cards issued by Busan Bank, but from October 23, 2023, Dongbaek Pass can also be used with Hana Card or Nonghyup Card, so the number of users is expected to increase. In this article, we will go into detail about the Dongbaek Pass application method, refund method, and changes.
How to apply for Dongbaek Pass
What is Dongbaek Pass?
When using public transportation in Busan, if you pay with Dongbaekjeon, which includes a postpaid transportation card function, it is a card service that refunds a certain amount of public transportation fare to Dongbaekjeon the next month. Please check below for information on those eligible for Dongbaek Pass issuance.
Dongbaek Pass Eligibility
If you are eligible to apply for the Dongbaek Pass, please check below.
This applies to people over 18 years of age who use Busan Bank, Hana Bank, or Nonghyup Bank Dongbaekjeon check card or postpaid transportation card and use the subway, city bus, village bus, Donghae Line, or light rail among public transportation methods in Busan. However, you cannot use it if you do not have a smartphone in your name, and you cannot use it if you are not subscribed to the postpaid transportation service.
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Dongbaek Pass refund method
Please check below for details on the Dongbaek Pass refund method.
When using Busan’s public transportation, excluding taxis, with the Dongbaek Pass, if you pay with a postpaid transportation card, up to half of the monthly public transportation cost (minimum 45,000 won) will be automatically refunded on the 10th of the following month. Example) If a Hong Gil-dong customer spent 90,000 won on public transportation fares in October 2023, 45,000 won will be refunded on November 10, 2023. For more information on the Dongbaek Pass refund method, please check the video below.
How to apply for Dongbaek Pass
How to apply for the Dongbaek Pass is as follows.
Apply on the Dongbaekjeon app
How to apply for a card using the Dongbaekjeon app is as follows.
After running the Dongbaekjeon app, select the “My Wallet” tab.
Find and select the “Busan Bank Dongbaekjeon Check Card” application option.
Additionally, here’s how to apply for the Dongbaek Pass:
After launching the Dongbaekjeon app, click on the “Dongbaek Pass” option.
Select “Application for Membership” and complete the registration process.
If you already have an existing postpaid check card, you can use it immediately by simply applying for “Dongbaek Pass” in the Dongbaekjeon app.
Go to Dongbaekjeon app installation
Postpaid transportation check card issued by Busan Bank
To apply for the Dongbaek Pass through Busan Bank, please follow the steps below.
Access the Busan Bank official website or visit an on-site branch.
Find and select “Apply for a postpaid transportation card” or a similar option.
Submit the required personal information and documents or complete the online form.
Submit your application and wait for review.
Once approved, a postpaid transportation check card will be issued.
Afterwards, you can use it after signing up for the Dongbaek Pass service through Dongbaekjeon.
Postpaid transportation check card issued by Hana Bank
Please check the following information on how to apply for the Dongbaek Pass through Hana Bank.
Visit Hana Bank’s official website or visit your nearest branch.
Select “Application for Postpaid Transportation Card” or similar menu.
Submit the required personal information and documents or complete the online application.
Submit your application and wait for approval.
Upon approval, a postpaid transportation check card will be issued.
Afterwards, you can use it after signing up for the Dongbaek Pass service through Dongbaekjeon.
Postpaid transportation check card issued by Nonghyup Bank
Please check below for information on how to apply for the Dongbaek Pass through Nonghyup Bank.
Visit Nonghyup Bank’s official website or visit your nearest branch.
Select “Application for Postpaid Transportation Card” or similar menu.
Submit the required personal information and documents or complete the online application.
Submit your application and wait for approval.
Upon approval, a postpaid transportation check card will be issued.
Afterwards, you can use it after signing up for the Dongbaek Pass service through Dongbaekjeon.
How to use Dongbaek Pass
Using the Dongbaek Pass is not difficult, so please check the information below.
If you apply for the Dongbaek Pass on the Dongbaekjeon app and use public transportation in Busan Metropolitan City after holding a postpaid transportation card issued by Busan, Hana, or Nonghyup Bank, you will be refunded the Dongbaekjeon on the 10th of the following month.
A deferred transportation card must be issued. If a Busan Bank card user changes to a Hana Bank or Nonghyup deferred transportation card, a refund will be applied starting from the amount used in the month following the month of change.
Q&A about Dongbaek Pass
Are there any documents required to visit the bank and apply for the Dongbaek Pass?
When visiting a bank to apply for a postpaid transportation card, you must bring your ID. After issuing the card, you can apply for the service through the Dongbaek Pass app and use it.
How can I receive the Dongbaek Pass refund benefit?
To receive the Dongbaek Pass refund benefit, you must first obtain a Dongbaekjeon postpaid transportation card and then sign up for the Dongbaek Pass separately.
Can I pay for public transportation with Dongbaekjeon recharge?
No, you cannot use Dongbaekjeon recharge to pay for public transportation. Dongbaekjeon check card deferred transportation payment will be debited from the check card linked account on the deferred payment repayment date in the same manner as before.
How can 2G phone users or those who do not have a mobile phone in their own name check refund information?
2G phone users or those who do not have a mobile phone under their own name can check the public transportation usage amount and refund payment details through the customer center (1577-1432) after applying at the counter.
Are there any changes to the Dongbaek Pass-related business?
Yes, please note that the implementation period and benefits of projects related to the Dongbaek Pass may change depending on Busan Metropolitan City policies.
In conclusion
We have looked in detail at the details of how to apply for the Dongbaek Pass. I think that a really good system has been created for those who commute to work in Busan every day by public transportation. Even if you commute for an average of 24 days, I think anyone can receive a refund of about 20,000 to 30,000 won.
Although there is some controversy over the effectiveness of the Dongbaek Pass, I think it is a good system for ordinary people who need to use public transportation right away. This is because using a car in this era of high oil prices is a financial burden. If Dongbaek Pass is well established in Busan, I hope that similar services will be introduced in other regions.