How to instantly top up myki Money on the PTV app

Woman topping up myki on her mobile phone.

Top up instantly from your phone. Less queue time, more you time.

Avoid waiting in line at myki ticket machines - top up instantly using the PTV app on your mobile phone and be ready to travel anywhere, anytime.

How to top up:

  1. Ensure sure you have the latest version of the PTV app, making sure you are connected to Wi-Fi or mobile data.
  2. Open the PTV app and select the myki icon at the bottom of the screen, then select myki top up option. When you see the ‘Scan myki to begin’ prompt, hold your myki to the back of your phone. Hint: Depending on your phone you may need to try different areas of your phone to allow it to read your myki.
  3. Once you hear the tone and see the large green tick, you’ll know your scan was successful. Tap the ‘Top up’ button, choose the amount, then enter your card payment details. Press the ‘Proceed’ button, followed by Pay now.

Final Step

Hold your myki to the back of the phone again until you see confirmation screen. Your phone will vibrate, and you’ll know your myki is topped up and ready to go!

*Note, you can choose to top up via your registered myki account or anonymously if you prefer.