What documents do I need to get a Railcard?
What documents do I need to get a Railcard? You will be required to provide your passport or UK driving licence or birth certificate or EEA National Identity card as proof of your date of birth and a passport-style photo.
How long does a Railcard take to come?
If you paid for 'Special Delivery' and placed your order before 15:45pm, your Railcard will be delivered within two days (Monday to Thursday) or three days (Friday to Sunday). If you are applying as a mature student please allow an additional 5 working days for your application to be reviewed and approved.
How do I apply my Railcard?
- Select where you're travelling from and to and the date and time you'd like to travel.
- Add your passengers and their relevant Railcards.
- Select 'Get times & tickets'. If you're eligible for a discount, it will automatically be applied to your search results.
What documents are needed for proof of identity in the UK?
- current passport (any nationality)
- Biometric Residence Permit (UK)
- current driving licence photocard (full or provisional) (UK, Isle of Man, Channel Islands or Ireland)
- birth certificate issued within 12 months of birth (UK, Isle of Man or Channel Islands)
Can I have a plastic Senior Railcard?
Unfortunately, you can only have one version of your Railcard – either plastic or digital. Once you have purchased your Railcard you cannot change the type of Railcard you have. A: Please go to Manage my Railcard on the website homepage to log in to your account.
Are trains cheaper with Railcard?
With a Railcard you can get 1/3 off the price of most train fares.
Will they check my Railcard?
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.
Do you need a photo for a 16-25 Railcard?
If you are a mature student, a 16-25 Railcard application form that has been stamped by your place of study accompanied by your current university/college photo ID will need to be provided. You will also need to provide a digital passport-style photo.
Can I get my Railcard instantly?
In most cases, your digital Network Railcard 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 digital Network Railcard.
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.
Do pensioners get free rail travel in UK?
You can get an older person's bus pass when you reach State Pension age, which is currently 66 for both women and men. If you're 60 or over and live in London, then you can get free travel on buses, trains and other modes of transport in and around London with a 60+ London Oyster photocard.
How strict are Railcard photos?
Your head and shoulders should be in close-up, with your face clearly visible and filling approximately 70% of the frame (in the same way it would for a passport or driving licence). The image must be in sharp focus. Please make sure that your face is not obscured by hats or hair.
Does Railcard check ID?
You will be asked to provide either a passport or driving licence number or EEA National Identity Card and you will also need to provide a digital passport-style photo if you have selected 'Digital' under 'Choose the type of Railcard you would like' section.
What do I need to apply for a 16-25 Railcard?
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.
How easy is it to get a Railcard?
Most Railcards can be purchased online with the option to download as a digital Railcard to your smartphone or device with our Railcard App. Some 1-year Railcards can also be purchased at any National Rail staffed ticket office.