Over 60s Concessionary Travel
If you are aged 60+ and are a Scottish resident, you are eligible to apply for a concessionary travel card.
If you are aged 60+ and are a Scottish resident, you are eligible to apply for a concessionary travel card. You can apply for a card within 2 weeks of your 60th birthday
How to apply
You can apply for an over 60's concessionary travel card by one of the following options.
- Online using GetYourNec
- Paper application form at your local post office
- Download an application form from SPT website
Replacement cards
If your card has been lost, stolen or damaged you can request a replacement by choosing one of the following options
- Phoning 0141 3333 211or emailing Strathclyde Public Transport who will issue you with a new card
Update your details
To update your photo or renew your card, you can choosing one of the following options
- Phoning 0141 3333 211 or emailing Strathclyde Public Transport
Further information
For further details of the scheme please refer to the SPT and Transport Scotland websites or call 0141 333 3211 (Please note some older NEC cards have the contact number 01546 600035 however this is no longer valid). You can find a list of acceptable proofs of identification here.
Using your National Entitlement Card
Find out more information about what the symbols on your card mean, and what concessions you are entitled to when you travel by bus, train, ferry and subway within the Strathclyde area:
Using your National Entitlement Card (NEC)
Over 60's Travel Card Frequently Asked Questions
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Free coach travel for Scottish concessionary pass holders
On our scottish lines between aberdeen, dundee, dunfermline, edinburgh, glasgow, perth, and stirling.
Holders of the National Entitlement Card (NEC) in Scotland can travel for free on our Scottish lines that run multiple times a day between Aberdeen, Dundee, Dunfermline, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Perth, and Stirling.
The NEC is a card that allows free coach travel within Scotland for people aged 60+ or with a disability, as well as those aged under 22 including eligible Young Scot cardholders.
Not everyone qualifies for a reduced fare or disability bus pass and you do need to apply for concessionary travel, so we recommend contacting your local council or visiting nec.scot for more details.
How to use my NEC for free coach travel?
Book your ticket in advance on www.flixbus.co.uk . Or, turn up at the bus and ask the driver. Please remember to show your valid NEC card to the driver, or you may be denied boarding. You must scan your card on the card readers.
Valid only on Scotland lines for travel between Aberdeen, Dundee, Dunfermline, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Perth, and Stirling.
Free bus travel and Young Scot cards
National entitlement card.
People who live in Scotland and are aged 60 and over or who have a disability can apply for a National Entitlement Card (NEC). This scheme provides free bus travel throughout Scotland.
The NEC scheme also allows for free travel for companions where required by eligible disabled people of any age (including children under five).
You can also use your NEC as your library card .
Your NEC is valid on services to and from Carlisle and on services to and from Berwick-upon-Tweed from anywhere in Scotland. It is not valid for travel within these towns.
Visit Travel Scotland Website to find out about:
- eligibility
- evidence you need to apply
- travelling to Carlisle or Berwick-upon-Tweed
- companion cards
You can also find further information about travelling if you are sight impaired , and the benefits and concessions that are available.
Young Scot cards
Young Scot is the national organisation for young people in Scotland. It provides a range of information, discounts, activities and opportunities for young people.
Visit the Young Scot website to find out about:
- discounts and rewards
- money off travel
How to apply for an NEC or Young Scot Card
If you’re a Young Scot and still at school, you should contact your school’s office, otherwise you can find how to apply for, renew or replace a card.
- Contact Customer Advice and Support Service
NATIONAL ENTITLEMENT CARD
How to Apply
Applications for new, replacement and renewal National Entitlement Cards are accepted across Scotland, however the services and application routes available at each council will vary.
If you are aged 5-21 and are wanting to access the Young Persons' Free Bus Travel Scheme, information about the Scheme including how to apply can be found on the website freebus.scot .
The Improvement Service's GetYourNEC.scot service is an online application method to allow customers to apply for new, replacement and renewal National Entitlement Cards.
The Post Office currently handle age 60+ applications in the Strathclyde Partnership for Transport area as well as Aberdeenshire, Comhairle nan Eilean Siar, Highland and Perth & Kinross.
For queries on applying for a card within your local council please contact them directly – details of your council can be found on the COSLA council webpage.
Answer a few short questions on the Your NEC page of our website to find out which application routes may be currently available in your local council area.
Answer a few questions to find out what NEC you are entitled to and how to apply for it here:
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REPLACEMENT CARDS
If you require a replacement NEC find out how to obtain this here:
- Glasgow City Council
- > Roads and Parking
- > Concessionary Travel
Concessionary Travel
Contact spt travel card unit.
- Phone 0141 333 3211
What is it?
If you're over 60, or have a disability, you could be eligible for free or subsidised travel to get around Scotland and your local area.
The National Entitlement Card gives holders free bus travel in Scotland and reduced fares on trains and Subway in the Strathclyde area.
How to apply?
You can download an application form from the SPT website , or alternatively people aged 60 and over can get an application form (LS304) from their local Post Office.
People with disabilities can get an application form (NCT001) from the Social Work office or contact the SPT Travel Card Unit on 0141 333 3211 for advice on where to apply.
You will need:
- A completed application form
- A recent photograph
- Proof of age or disability
- Proof of your current address
Check the National Entitlement Card website for more information on proofs required to confirm your identity and address.
Young persons' Free Travel Scheme
From 31 January, 5 to 21 year olds living in Scotland will be eligible for free bus travel.
Children and young people who are 5 to 21 years old will need a new or replacement National Entitlement Card (NEC) or Young Scot National Entitlement Card (Young Scot NEC) to travel for free by bus. Parents or guardians of 5 to 15 year olds must apply on their behalf.
Children under 5 years old already travel for free on commercial bus services and do no need a card, however you can apply two weeks before your child is due to turn 5 for their card.
Read the latest news on Free bus travel for under 22s . Further information on the legislation can also be found on the Transport Scotland website .
How to apply for the Young Persons' Free Travel Scheme
You can either apply online at getyournec.scot or (if your child's school uses it) on parentsportal.scot . If you're applying online, you may find it useful, before starting the application process, to download or look out the documents as outlined on getyournec.scot that you will need.
- If you are aged 16-21 you must apply for a new NEC yourself
- A parent or guardian must apply on behalf of 5-15 year olds and provide approval for them to travel for free by bus
- Children under 5 years old do not need a card as they already travel for free on commercial bus services
Need to get in touch about the Young Persons' Free Travel Scheme
If you need to contact somone about the the Young Persons' Free Travel Scheme you can email Glasgow Life at [email protected] .
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- Apply for a National Entitlement Card
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The OAP Railcard, better known as the ‘Senior Railcard’, is a discount card specifically for senior citizens. It gives people aged 60 and over 1/3 off rail fares throughout Great Britain.
Do I need a photo for a Senior Railcard?
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What is a digital senior railcard.
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Can i use a senior railcard on heathrow express.
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Can I get a discount on Season tickets with a Senior Railcard?
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Can I use my Senior Railcard before 9am?
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