The short answer
The registry records Public Television Membership Benefit as a possible interpretation of PBS PASSPORT. This descriptor-to-company association has not passed claim-level evidence review. Compare the exact line, amount and posted status with your own receipt or account activity; the name alone cannot confirm the merchant or whether you authorized the payment.
The notes below are unreviewed registry explanations, not confirmation of merchant identity, authorization or current policy. Claim-level source review is pending for this entry.
Understanding the PBS Passport subscription
Unreviewed registry note: If you are seeing a recurring charge for PBS Passport on your bank or credit card statement, it means you have enrolled as a sustaining member of your local public television station. The Passport program was introduced as a modern membership perk, allowing donors to stream popular shows like Masterpiece, Nova, and Frontline on demand via the PBS app or website. The standard minimum pledge to unlock this benefit is five dollars per month, though some members choose to donate more.
- Identify your local affiliate Unreviewed registry note: Examine the full billing descriptor on your bank statement to locate the specific call letters of the local station processing the payment.
- Check streaming app access Unreviewed registry note: Open the PBS Video app on your smart TV or mobile device to confirm if your account currently has active Passport privileges.
Is PBS Passport a tax-deductible donation?
Unreviewed registry note: Yes, because it is structured as a donation to a local public broadcasting station, the contribution is generally tax-deductible.
Troubleshooting PBS Passport billing issues
Can I keep my Passport access if I move?
Unreviewed registry note: You can change the localized station in the PBS app, but you must ensure your financial contribution is properly routed to the correct affiliate.
Why is the charge exactly $5?
Unreviewed registry note: Five dollars is the nationally established minimum monthly donation threshold required to activate the Passport streaming benefit.
Independent reference — not affiliated with Public Broadcasting Service. Billing names and policies change; verify with the merchant or your bank before acting.
Sources and evidence
Sources may support different parts of this page. A company homepage does not establish a statement descriptor, refund policy or contact detail. Check the claim notes and your own receipt before acting.
- PBS Passport FAQ https://help.pbs.org
- CPB Television Funding https://www.cpb.org
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