How do I renew my 16-25 Railcard?

You can renew your 16-25 Railcard online when it’s within 30 days of its expiry date….Time to renew your Railcard?

1. Log into your account.
2. Click Renew next to the Railcard you wish to renew.
3. Check all the details are correct.
4. Pay and you’re done!

Do you have to renew a 16-25 Railcard?

You can renew your 16-25 Railcard, before your 26th birthday, providing it is due to expire within 30 days. 1-year 16-25 Railcards are available up to and including the day before your 26th birthday or a 3-year 16-25 Railcard is available up until the day before your 24th birthday.

Can you renew a Railcard after it expires?

Once logged in, click ‘Renew’ under your expired or soon to expired Railcard, select ‘Digital’ or ‘Plastic’ under ‘Choose the type of Railcard you would like’ section and follow the instruction on the screen to complete your purchase. Click here for the step by step guide on how to renew your Railcard.

Can I renew my Santander 16-25 Railcard?

Please note that you can only apply for a replacement Santander 16-25 Railcard 5 days after the date of original purchase. You can have one replacement each year of your Railcard validity.

What do I need to renew my Railcard at a station?

You will be asked to provide either a passport or driving licence number or 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 happens to my 16-25 Railcard when I turn 26?

Yes. You can buy or renew your 1-year 16-25 Railcard up to and including the day before your 26th birthday and keep using it until its expiry date. With 3-year 16-25 Railcards you can buy them up until the day before your 24th birthday, which will make the expiry date the day before your 27th birthday.

What happens if you travel with an expired Railcard?

If you Railcard expires before the end of your journey then you will need to renew it to be able to complete your trip using expired tickets. If the only Railcard you have is expired you will not be able to continue to use your discounted tickets.

Can I renew my Railcard at a station?

Please note that Railcard issued at a station cannot be renewed online. You will need to create an account and purchase a new Railcard. To buy a new Railcard, please go to the website homepage, click ‘Buy Now’ and follow the instructions on the screen.

How long does it take to renew Railcard online?

But it’s still up to you to make sure that your Railcard is still valid before buying or using Railcard-discounted tickets. When renewing your Railcard, please allow 5-7 working days for your new Railcard to reach you.

Do you need a new photo to renew a Railcard?

You will be asked to provide either a passport or driving licence or a National Identity Card number and you will also need a digital passport-style photo if you have selected ‘Digital’ under ‘Choose the type of Railcard you would like’ section.

Do you need 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.

Are Railcards checked?

Yes, they check your railcard every time they check your ticket. If your railcard hasn’t arrived by the time you travel, you’ll need to order new tickets.

What is the fine for expired Railcard?

a Penalty Fare of £20. twice the full applicable single fare to the next station at which the train calls, whichever is the greater.

Can I renew a Railcard at the station?

Yes, if you do not wish to renew online, you can renew your Senior Railcard at any staffed station ticket office in the UK.

Can you smile in Railcard?

Re: Pictures needed for Two-Together railcard? You are allowed to smile in the photo’s if you want to, but it’s not compulsory! Seriously, they need to be passport sized, but there are no restrictions on smiling.

Can someone else use my family and friends railcard?

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.

What happens if my Railcard is expired?

Can I show a screenshot of my Railcard?

“The terms and conditions of e-tickets are clear that the customer must activate and take the ticket with them when they travel. A photograph or screenshot is not acceptable, as this is not the ticket and could be used by anyone.

What is the expiry date of a 16 25 Railcard?

You can buy a 3-year 16-25 Railcard up until the day before your 24th birthday, or a 1-year Railcard up until the day before your 26th birthday, meaning the expiry date would be the day before your 27th birthday. Can I use a 16-25 Railcard at Peak times?

When can I renew my 16-25 Railcard?

You can renew your 16-25 Railcard, before your 26th birthday, providing it is due to expire within 30 days. 1-year 16-25 Railcards are available up to and including the day before your 26th birthday or a 3-year 16-25 Railcard is available up until the day before your 24th birthday. Both can be used up until the Railcard expiry date.

When does my new Railcard start when I renew my Railcard?

When you renew your Railcard, your new card will start from the day after your current Railcard expires. If you renew your digital Railcard before it expires your current digital Railcard will appear in your account as “Replaced” and your renewed Railcard will be valid immediately with any overlapping validity added on to the renewed Railcard.

Can I renew my 26-30 Railcard before my 31st birthday?

You can renew your 26-30 Railcard before your 31st birthday, providing it is due to expire within 30 days. Unfortunately, you won’t be able to renew your 26-30 Railcard early if it is due to expire after your 31st birthday, however, you may be eligible for one of our other Railcards.