I know I am going on leave and will not need the full benefit amount. What should I do?

When you know in advance you will not need the full benefit it is best to take a lesser amount during the next regular distribution. The amount depends on how many days you plan to work. Example: You have certified that your estimated commuting cost is $5.00 per day, or $100.00 per month. You are on leave for 10 days. During the next Transit Benefit distribution cycle, you must request $50.00, having reduced the amount by the amount of media left from last time.

Note: Users of certain electronic fare media, including the TRANServe Card and the WMATA SmarTrip® card are not required to return unused funds. Unused funds are automatically returned to your Agency at the end of each monthly funding cycle. If this does not occur in your region your Agency may require you to produce a check or money order to return the funds to their program.