ISO 19855 is officially titled:
“Public transport — Interoperable fare management system — Architecture”
This standard outlines the reference architecture for Interoperable Fare Management Systems (IFMS) used in public transport. It defines:
ISO 19855 enables multiple transport providers, authorities, and technology vendors to work within a standardized ecosystem that supports modern ticketing methods such as smart cards, QR codes, NFC, and mobile apps.
Transportation networks are rapidly evolving into multi-modal, digital, and cashless environments. However, without standardization, fare systems become fragmented and incompatible across cities, regions, or modes (e.g., bus, rail, metro).
ISO 19855 is essential to:
Whether you're deploying a local transit system or scaling to regional/national smart mobility platforms, ISO 19855 provides a unified framework for success.
Adopting ISO 19855 helps public transport authorities and technology vendors:
Implement compatible components and interfaces across all transport modes.
Ensure systems can communicate and operate together without custom integrations.
Protect user credentials, travel history, and financial transactions.
Future-proof your system with modular, standards-based architecture.
Align with EU, ASEAN, GCC, and global standards for urban transportation.
With GMC’s ISO 19855 consulting, your organization gains operational and strategic advantages:
Easily work with multiple hardware and software vendors using standard protocols.
Minimize redundant systems and manual processes through unified ticketing platforms.
Offer convenient, fast, and secure payment experiences across all transit types.
Expand your system to accommodate partnerships, mergers, or government initiatives.
Meet data protection, financial audit, and cybersecurity standards.
Build the foundation for integrated services like ridesharing, micro-mobility, and beyond.
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