Do you need a photo for an Oyster card?

Do you need a photo for an Oyster card? No photo ID is required when you buy an Oyster card, except where children are concerned.

Does the Queen have an Oyster card?

The 96-year-old was given an Oyster card at Paddington station, and shown how to use it on the ticket machine by staff. The monarch was accompanied by Prince Edward, her youngest son.

How do I get an Oyster card in London tourist?

You can buy a Visitor Oyster card online before you arrive in London, or an Oyster card at TfL Visitor Centres, stations and Oyster ticket shops.

Can I buy an Oyster card at Heathrow Airport?

The most convenient places to buy an Oyster card are Underground stations across London, including Heathrow airport. You can buy one using either cash or your credit/debit card. Although there are a few manned ticket offices in London, the likelihood is that you will buy an Oyster card from a ticket machine.

What documents do I need for an Oyster card?

A machine-readable passport (most valid travel passports are machine-readable) or a UK driving licence (full or provisional). If you don't have a current passport or driving license you can use your birth certificate as proof of your age for eligibility. Proof of address.

Can I put my Oyster photocard on my phone?

You must have a contactless and Oyster online account to use the app. The app will only work with contactless cards and/or Oyster cards; not Oyster photocards or other smartcards. You can only use the app if your Oyster card shows a 'D' symbol in the bottom left of the reverse side, as shown in the below image.

Can you get an Oyster card without a passport?

If you don't have a current passport or driving license you can use your birth certificate as proof of your age for eligibility. Proof of address. A valid debit or credit card (registered at your current address), to pay a £20 admin fee and verify your address.

Is it worth getting an Oyster card in London?

Using an Oyster card, a credit card sized transport smartcard, is an easy way to save time and money if you are planning to use public transportation in London. An Oyster card can be used on just about every form of transport within London including public bus, tram, and rail services within the city.

Who is entitled to free Oyster card?

60+ London Oyster photocard This photocard gives those aged 60 or over living in a London borough: free travel on bus, Tube, tram, DLR, London Overground, TfL Rail (excluding between West Drayton and Reading) and most National Rail services in London.

Is there a difference between an Oyster card and a Visitor Oyster card?

Unlike Standard Oyster cards, Visitor Oyster cards are disposable and cannot be topped up. Another difference between the two cards is that Visitor Oyster cards come with a daily price cap, which means that you will only pay a certain amount per day, regardless of how many journeys you make.

Can non UK residents get an Oyster card?

If you are a non-UK resident , then you choose to either buy a Visitor Oyster card online before you leave home or you can choose to buy one at the TFL visitor centres and Oyster ticket shops in London upon your arrival. The Tramlink Shop, Croydon, is another location where one can be purchased.

What are the cons of Oyster card?

How long does it take to get an Oyster card?

All orders of Travelcards and Visitor Oyster cards are dispatched within 24 hours of being placed, Monday to Friday. Our fulfillment warehouse is closed at the weekends. Any order placed after 08:30 (GMT) on a Friday will be dispatched the following Monday (excluding public holidays).

Is it cheaper to use an Oyster Card or contactless?

Is it cheaper to use Oyster or contactless? As both cards use the same Pay As You Go system and are compatible with the TfL Oyster & Contactless app, the costs are comparable. As a tourist in London, it can be worth getting an Oyster Card as part of the London Pass.