Golden Card 2026: Which senior citizens can apply for it in September and get a 50% discount?

If you are a senior citizen, there is a card that can help you reduce the cost of some services and procedures during 2026 (and no, it is not the INAPAM card); the Golden Card from the Aging with Well-being program will help you obtain benefits and discounts of up to 50%. Who can apply for it? Here we tell you what the requirements are and all the details you need to know to process it in September.

The Golden Card is a program aimed at senior citizens that seeks to improve their quality of life through discounts, support, and access to priority services. This program has sparked interest because it offers discounts of up to 50% on some services, in addition to benefits in transportation, pharmacies, restaurants, medical services, and other participating establishments.

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However, there is an important clarification for those looking to apply for the Golden Card in September 2026: it does not replace the INAPAM. So, who can apply for it? What requirements must be met? Does the 50% discount apply to all services? Here we explain.

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¿Quiénes pueden sacar la Tarjeta Dorada en septiembre 2026?

The Golden Card for Aging with Well-being is aimed at:

• Personas de 60 años cumplidos o más.
• Adultos mayores que residan en el estado de Guerrero*

*Check if this card can be processed in your municipality.

Therefore, not just any senior citizen in Mexico can apply for it; if you live in Mexico City, the State of Mexico, Puebla, Oaxaca, or another entity, the card you can apply for as a senior citizen is the INAPAM.

Requisitos para tramitar la Tarjeta Dorada para Adultos Mayores septiembre 2026

To apply for the Golden Card, you must meet the following:

• Edad mínima de 60 años
• CURP (Actualizada)
• Identificación oficial (INE AL 200%)
• Comprobante de domicilio (Vigencia tres meses)
• Formulario de solicitud
• Autorización para uso de datos personales.

Documents of the emergency representative

• Identificación oficial (INE)
• CURP (Actualizada)
• Número telefónico.

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¿La Tarjeta Dorada da 50% de descuento?

Yes, but the 50% does not apply generally to all products or services, only on:

1. El pago anual y/o mensual del servicio de agua potable y alcantarillado cumpliendo con los requisitos establecidos por la institución correspondiente.
2. El pago anual del predial cumpliendo con los requisitos establecidos por el ayuntamiento
3. Al solicitar la expedición de su licencia de manejo.

¿Cómo se tramita la Tarjeta Dorada 2026?

In general, the process to obtain it in 2026 consists of the following steps:

Step 1. Go to the corresponding service module in your locality

Step 2. Submit complete documentation

Step 3. Wait for data validation by the authority

Step 4. Receive the card if approved.

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¿La Tarjeta Dorada se puede solicitar en septiembre de 2026?

Keep in mind that there is currently no open registration call, so we suggest you stay tuned to official communication channels to register in time.

¿Puedo tener Tarjeta Dorada e INAPAM al mismo tiempo?

Yes, because they are different programs. The INAPAM card is a nationwide program for people 60 years or older, while the Golden Card is a program from Guerrero.

¿La Tarjeta Dorada da dinero?

No. It is a card for discounts and benefits.

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