Do 11 year olds need Oyster cards?
Children under 11 travel free on most public transport services when accompanied by a fare-paying adult, or with a 5-10 Zip Oyster Photocard. Children aged 11 to 15 years old can get free or discounted travel with a Zip Oyster Photocard, or a Young Visitor discount.
How do I use my 18+ Oyster card?
Once you get your 18+ Student Oyster photocard, sign in to your photocard web account to:
- Buy discounted Travelcards.
- Buy discounted Bus & Tram Pass season tickets.
- Add pay as you go credit – you don’t get discounted pay as you go fares.
Do you get free Bus travel with the 18+ Oyster card?
Benefits and eligibility If you’re 18 and live in London you may still be eligible for a Zip 16+ Oyster photocard which offers half price travel on rail services and free travel on buses.
What is the difference between a 60+ Oyster card and a freedom pass?
New 60+ London Oyster photocard will give free travel on all TfL services from 1 November. However, unlike the Freedom Pass, 60+ Oystercard holders will not be able to use their card to travel free of charge on local bus services in other parts of the country.
Can someone else use my Oyster card?
If you only have pay as you go credit on your Oyster card, you can lend it to someone else. Two people can’t use the same contactless or Oyster card for a journey. If you have a Travelcard, Bus & Tram Pass or discount added to your Oyster card, you can’t lend it to someone else.
Can a 15 year old apply for an Oyster card?
If your child was 15 on 31 August, they can still apply for and use an 11-15 Zip Oyster photocard, even though they’ll use it when they’re 16. A parent or guardian must apply for an 11-15 Zip Oyster photocard.
How long does an 18 + Student Oyster card last?
You can get a photocard valid for up to three years of your course. We’ll post your 18+ Student Oyster photocard to you once your school, college or university has approved your application. You apply online and need to provide: You pay an administration fee of £20 using a credit or debit card.
Who is required to apply for Oyster photocard 11-15?
A parent or guardian must apply for an 11-15 Zip Oyster photocard. When you apply, you agree that Zip Oyster photocard holders will comply with our Young Person’s Behaviour Code.
How much does it cost to apply for an Oyster card?
You pay an administration fee of £15 using a credit or debit card. If we can verify your child’s identity online, we’ll post their 11-15 Zip Oyster photocard within one week of applying. Once you get your 11-15 Zip Oyster photocard, you can use it straight away.
