Eligibility

You’re eligible to buy a 16-25 Railcard if you’re between 16 and 25 years old. However, mature students who are over 26 and in full-time education can also apply.

If you're between 16-25 and buying your Railcard online, you'll need:

• A valid UK driving licence
• Or a valid passport
• A digital passport-style photo to upload

If you're over 26 and in full-time education, you'll need:

• To prove that you're studying full-time at a recognised school/college
• To attend for over 15 hours a week, at least 20 weeks a year
• To show an ISIC card (International Student Identity Card), NUS card featuring the ISIC logo or complete and certify the 'Mature students only' section of the application form,. This form needs to be certified by the establishment where you are studying 

We're sorry, but:

• NUS cards aren't accepted as proof of age/educational status when buying online (NUS cards featuring the ISIC logo are accepted when buying at a staffed rail station)
• Open University, distance learning and part-time courses don't qualify
• Currently mature students are unable to buy the Railcard online. If you're a mature student, you'll need to apply at a staffed station ticket office, or a National Rail-licensed Travel Agent

Remember to take with you:

• A passport-style photo
• The application form in the 16-25 Railcard leaflet, available at staffed station ticket offices