Getting a Railcard is an easy process

Once you know you are eligible for the Disabled Persons Railcard, there are 2 ways you can get one:

1. Online
2. By Post

Apply Online:

You can apply online to get a physical or a digital Railcard.

Before applying online, make sure you have everything listed below:

• Your device with the Railcard App installed if you want to get a digital Railcard.
• A passport-style photo of you saved on your device or computer.
• Proof of eligibility. 
• A valid debit/credit card.

If you are applying for a Digital Railcard

Please allow up to 5 working days for your Railcard application to be approved. Once approved, you will receive a download code. Once you have your download code go to the Railcard App, tap the ‘+’ button on the top left of the screen and enter your code. 
Et Voila! Done! Happy Travels!

Need some help with your Digital Railcard? Why not check out the FAQ page.

If you’re applying for a physical Railcard online

Please allow a total of 15 days for your application to be reviewed and for the Railcard to be delivered by post.

By Post:

If you prefer to apply for a Disabled Persons Railcard via post you can download and complete the application form and post it with a copy of your evidence of eligibility and payment to:

National Railcards

PO box 8626

SWADLINCOTE

DE11 1JA

Please make cheques and postal orders payable to 'ATOC Ltd Railcard' Allow 15 days* for your Railcard to be delivered.

Download a large print version of the application form or an easy read version of the application form. 

* Please note,  our mail provider aims to deliver by the third working day after posting, including Saturday. You can pay £6.85 for our Special Delivery service if you need it quickly as long as you have placed your order before 4pm this will guarantee that your Railcard is delivered within 2 days (Monday to Thursday) or 3 days (Friday to Sunday).

Disabled Persons Railcards are not available to buy at stations.

Need more info or help?

You can reach us on Facebook or X

Alternatively, you can email on railcardhelp@nationalrail.co.uk or call our helpline on 0345 605 0525.

Any questions?

1. See our Frequently Asked Questions page
2. Email us at railcardhelp@nationalrail.co.uk
3. Call us on 0345 605 0525 (7 am - 10 pm Monday to Sunday everyday except Christmas Day. Calls cost no more than calls to geographic numbers (01 or 02) and may be recorded for training and monitoring purposes.)
4. For customers with hearing impairments - Minicom/textphone: 0345 601 0132