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You will be asked to provide either a passport or driving licence number 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.
Do you have to have a photo for a Railcard?
For your Railcard application, whether you choose an online or a paper one, you will need to take a passport-style photo of yourself. No other people or objects must be visible in it and it cannot be cropped from a larger picture.
Do I need a new photo to renew my railcard?
Do I need a new photo to renew my Railcard? We’ll ask you for a digital photo during the renewal process, so you can upload your favourite snap of yourself! Just make sure your entire face is visible in the photo, making it easy for the inspector to identify you.
Can I use a selfie for my Railcard?
The image should be a good recognisable likeness of you. We prefer colour pictures but black and white images are acceptable. 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).
Can I use my senior railcard before 9am?
Time Restrictions: Your Senior Railcard is NOT valid when travelling between two stations in the Network Railcard area of validity during morning peak time. Morning peak time restriction does NOT apply on public holidays.
Can I change the picture on my railcard?
A: If your appearance has changed and your photograph no longer resembles you, you can arrange to have your photograph updated. There is a £10 administration fee for this. Please call our Railcard helpline on 0345 030 4100.
How do I change my railcard picture?
If you bought your Two Together Railcard online, we advise that you wait until your Railcard has expired, when you will be able to update your photograph during the renewal process. However, if this is not suitable, you will need to call our helpline on 0345 3000 250 to order a replacement.
What does a senior railcard cost?
The Railcard costs just £30. So after a couple of trips, the card will have paid for itself. And over a year, you could save an average of £98*. Your Senior Railcard will save you 1/3 off a wide range of tickets.
Does a Network Railcard have a photo?
You can buy your Network Railcard online or at a staffed station Ticket Office within the Network Railcard area. You do not need a photo if you have ordered a ‘Plastic’ Network Railcard. Digital Network Railcard will be available to use straight away.
How many photos do I need for a Railcard?
You will need to provide two separate passport-style photo (one of yourself and one of the other named cardholder). If you have purchased a digital Two Together Railcard, a download code will be sent to your registered email address, along with instructions on how to download your Railcard.
Can you use your railcard for someone else?
The Railcard and tickets bought with it are not transferable to anyone else and you must not give, lend, or resell them. Only the named cardholder(s) can use the Railcard. You may be asked to show your Railcard when purchasing discounted tickets.
Is rail travel free for over 60s?
You can travel free on TfL services with your Older Person’s Freedom Pass from 09:00 weekdays and anytime at weekends and on bank holidays. On National Rail services in London, travel free after 9:30 weekdays, and any time on weekends and public holidays.
Does Senior Railcard work on underground?
Senior Railcard holders can also register their Railcard discount onto an Oyster card to get 1/3 off Oyster pay as you go single fares and daily caps on National Rail, London Underground and Docklands Light Railway services.
Can you use your Senior Railcard on Eurostar?
Can I use my Senior Railcard on Eurostar services? No, you can’t use your Senior Railcard to buy discounted Eurostar tickets (UK Railcard discounts are not applicable to Eurostar services).
Can I make my railcard digital?
Railcards can be renewed within 30 days of expiry, to either a digital or a plastic Railcard. Just log into your account and select ‘Digital’ when completing the application process.
Can I have a digital and physical 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.
What is a digital Railcard?
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.
Do disabled Railcards have photos?
A: If you opt for a digital Railcard, you must provide a photograph.
How can I get a free railcard?
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.
Do senior citizens get discount on trains?
Save 1/3 on most rail fares throughout Great Britain with a Senior Railcard. With a Senior Railcard anyone 60 years or over can save 1/3 on all Standard and First Class, Anytime, Off-Peak and Advance fares for £30.
Do old age pensioners get free train travel?
Pensioners-only free train travel If you are a NSW pensioner, you can use your four free one-way travel entitlements on NSW TrainLink Economy services within NSW without paying a booking fee. A 15% booking fee (min. $10) applies if you upgrade to First Class.
What happens if you forget your 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.
How long does it take to receive a Railcard?
If you have ordered a plastic 16-25 Railcard online, please allow up to 5 working days for delivery. 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).
When can you use two together Railcard?
A: You can travel on Two Together Railcard discounted tickets from 09:30am Monday to Friday and at any time on weekends and public holidays. Two Together Railcard discounted tickets cannot be used between 04:30am and 09:29am Monday to Fridays (excluding public holidays).
