# Who travels for free?

> Some groups travel free with Ruter. Here is an overview of who qualifies and what you may need to do.

## Rules for asylum seekers 

### For those who live in Oslo

- You can travel for free with Ruter's transport services (bus, tram, metro, and boat)
- Travel area: you can travel locally in Oslo (within zone 1)
- You must be able to show a valid asylum seeker certificate  


### For those living in asylum centers in Akershus

- You will be given tickets for local travel
- Travel area: tickets are valid within one zone 
- Ask at the asylum reception center how to get the tickets
- You must be able to show a valid asylum seeker certificate  
 

### If you have a Ukrainian passport (but are not an asylum seeker)

- You must buy a ticket
- You can find [prices and ticket information at ruter.no](https://ruter.no/en/about-our-tickets/ticket-prices)

  
The rules apply from July 1, 2025.

## Children under 6

Children under 6 always travel free, every day.

## Children and young people aged 6–17

Children and young people aged 6–17 travel free on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays when accompanied by an adult with a valid ticket. One adult can bring up to 4 children.

Buy your ticket as normal in the Ruter app or on your travel card. The children are automatically included on your ticket.

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Last updated: 2026-10-15
Source: https://ruter.no/en/about-our-tickets/free-travel