How do Commuter Benefits work?

The employer identifies who is eligible to participate (within IRS discrimination requirements), what the maximum monthly contributions are for the plan and the duration of each plan period (typically month to month). Employees elect how much they want to contribute to each plan account and then use the benefit card for expenses as they are incurred. For parking expenses, you may also submit claims for reimbursement. For 2025, the maximum limits are $340 for mass transit/vanpooling expenses and $340 for parking expenses. In 2026, the maximum limits will be $350 for mass transit/vanpooling expenses and $350 for parking expenses.