Can foreigners get a 16-25 Railcard?
Can foreigners get a 16-25 Railcard? Yes, you can. Simply click 'Buy Now on the website homepage to get started.
Can you buy a 16-25 Railcard online?
You can buy your 16-25 Railcard online or at a staffed station Ticket Office. To buy online, simply click ''Buy Now'' on the website homepage and follow the instructions on the screen.
Can a non UK citizen get a Railcard?
You don't need to live in Britain or be a UK citizen to be eligible. However, they can only be posted to UK addresses. Buy in person at a staffed railway station (each railcard is different, so it is best to check beforehand with Railcard Help to see if there are any documents that you will need to bring with you).
Who is eligible for 16-25 Railcard?
The Railcard is available to residents of Great Britain aged between 16 and 25 years of age and mature students in full-time study. You will be required to provide details of your valid passport of UK driving licence as proof of age and mature students need to prove eligibility.
How to get a free Railcard 16-25?
Through a student bank account One of the main ways that students are able to get a free 16-25 railcard is through student bank accounts. Many banks offer similar student accounts so try to differentiate themselves from other banks by offering a free railcard. One of the main banks to offer such a perk is Santander.
Who is eligible for a Railcard?
Whether you are travelling to college, university, work or just for lesiure, if you are aged between 16 and 25 or a mature student in full-time education you can save 1/3 on your rail fares.
How to apply UK Railcard as an international student?
Applying for a railcard by post Take your application form to the Global Office in University House to ask for your form to be stamped, along with your Student ID and a passport-sized photograph.
Is there a Railcard for over 30s?
If you are aged 26-30 years old and still in full-time education, you can choose whether to buy a 26-30 Railcard, or buy a 16-25 Railcard as a mature student. Mature students who are over the age of 30, can only choose the 16-25 Railcard option and apply as a mature student.
Can you use a Railcard outside of London?
YES! It is valid yo travel throughout Great Britain so you can use the Railcard to buy tickets anywhere across the National Rail network.
Is 16-25 Railcard worth it?
The 16-25 Railcard gets you 1/3 off Standard Anytime and Off-Peak fares, as well as Standard Advance and First-Class Advance fares. There's no limit to the number of times you can use it so the potential for adventure is huge.
Is public transport free in UK for international students?
However, as a student you can apply for a Student Oyster Card which gives you 30% off the price of adult-rate travelcards and bus & tram pass season tickets. A weekly travel card currently costs £24.57 with a Student Oyster Card and allows you to travel anywhere in zones 1 to 2. Apply for your Student Oyster Card here.
Can foreigners get a Railcard?
Yes, you can. Simply click 'Buy Now on the website homepage and follow the instructions on the screen. Please note that you will need to provide a valid passport or UK driving licence or EEA National Identity Card number to prove your date of birth and a digital passport-style photo.
Do you need proof of Railcard?
You will need to provide proof of your Railcard and either the original and additional tickets that you have purchased, or if you have not yet paid, details of the notice to pay or notice of Penalty Fare.
Can I buy a Railcard and use it straight away?
If you have purchased a digital 16-25 Railcard, it will be available to use straight away. A download code will be sent to your registered email address, along with instructions on how to download your Railcard. You cannot travel on discounted tickets until you have received your Railcard.
Can a tourist get a Railcard in UK?
Most frequently asked questions. Can visitors to Britain buy a 16-25 Railcard online? A: Yes, you can.
How do you get away with no railcard?
If you forget your Railcard you will either be required to buy a new ticket or you may on certain services be liable for a Penalty Fare. However, a train company will normally allow you to claim back this extra expense on the first occasion in each year where this happens.
Can I use my boyfriends Railcard?
No. The Railcard is for your use only, and provides discounts only on tickets bought for your own use. It does not cover anyone accompanying you.