Can foreigners get a Railcard?


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.


Can I add Railcard to Oyster?

How do I link my railcard and my Oyster card? To link your Oyster card and railcard, you need to take your Oyster card and your railcard to an Underground station, Overground ticket office or some National Rail ticket offices and ask the clerk to add your discount entitlement to your Oyster card.


Can I buy a BritRail pass in the UK?

No. Please remember to buy your BritRail Pass before leaving your country, as BritRail Passes cannot be purchased when in Britain. You can purchase online via our BritRail specialsits.


Can EU citizens get Railcard?

A: Yes, you can.


Can I use UK Railcard in France?

Railcards are available for travel in the UK and in France and Germany and offer substantial discounts.


Can you use a Railcard without the card?

Digital Railcards are stored within the Railcard app on your smart phone or tablet, meaning there's no need to carry the physical card around with you. They can be stored on up to two devices and used quicker than plastic Railcards as they do not need to be sent in the post.


Can I buy a Railcard online and use it straight away?

If you have purchased a digital 16-25 Railcard, in most cases it will be available to use straight away.


Can I get a Railcard without being a UK citizen?

National railcards They cost £30 (£20 for the Disabled Persons card). Not just for Brits! 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.


Are railcards worth it?

While railcards might seem like an expensive investment for those who don't regularly travel by train, do not underestimate their worth. Most railcards mean you could save up to 1/3 on train fares.


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.


Do they check your Railcard on trains?

Yes. You must show your valid Railcard when you buy your ticket. You also need to have your Railcard with you on each journey and present it to staff when your ticket is checked aboard the train.


Can international people get a Railcard?

A: Yes, you can. Simply click 'Buy Now on the website homepage to get started.


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 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.