Apply Online

1. To Apply for Young Scot Card, the applicant can make their application online via the following link link
2. The applicant must click “Apply now” on Young Persons’ Free Bus Travel Scheme menu.
3. Next Click Get Started and answer the required questions.
4. After answered all the question, an eligibility page will be displayed. Read the eligibility and click “Apply now” on the bottom of the page.
5. Next enter username an password to sign in or if the applicant is a new user click “create an account” and sign up.
6. Next the applicant must fill in all the necessary details in the application.
7. Then upload all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
8. Review the application and click “Submit”.
9. The fee for this procedure is free of cost.
10. After receiving the application, the concerned authority will check the submitted application and document set. If all are in place, the application will be accepted.
11. All applications are processed within a reasonable time, having regard to the circumstances of each application, including the completeness of information and documents submitted to the authority by the applicant.
12. The local authority will assess your application grant you a Young Scot Card.
13. This entire process can be completed within 15 - 30 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

Apply In-Person (Through Local Council)

1. To Apply for Young Scot Card, the applicant must approach their respective Local Council in Scotland link

Note: The applicant must select their Local council from the drop-down menu.

1. An application form will be provided to the applicant by the concerned officer.
2. The applicant must fill in all the necessary details in the application form. (Incomplete applications are not accepted)
3. Make sure that the applicant has attached all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
4. The applicant must attach the photocopies of the required documents along with the application form while submitting.
5. Submit all the documents with the completed form to the concerned officer.
6. In most cases, the fee for the procedure is free of cost.
7. After receiving the application, the concerned authority will check the submitted application and document set. If all are in place, the application will be accepted.
8. All applications are processed within a reasonable time, having regard to the circumstances of each application, including the completeness of information and documents submitted to the authority by the applicant.
9. The authority may seek additional information from an applicant if this is necessary to assess the application. The authority does not need to deal further with an application until the applicant has provided this additional information.
10. The local authority will assess your application grant you a young Scot card.
11. This entire process can be completed within 15 - 30 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

When applying for Young Scot Card, you will need:

• A recent photo
• Proof of age
• Proof of identification (e.g., passport or driving license)
• Proof of address (e.g., utility bill or bank statement)

SCOTLAND LOCAL COUNCIL


Scottish Government Licensing Team
Area GW14
St Andrew's House
Regent Road
Edinburgh
EH1 3DG
Local Council – link
Note: The applicant must select their Local council from the drop-down menu.

• All 5–21-year-olds resident in Scotland are eligible for Young Persons’ Free Bus Travel, using a National Entitlement Card with the free bus travel product on it.

• The fee for applying Young Scot Card is free of cost.

• The validity of Young Scot Card is 5 years.

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• This entire process can be completed within 15 -30 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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• Applicants must complete the application form before submitting it. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
• Applicants must provide genuine information while applying for this procedure.

• Name of the local council
• Name of the applicant
• Address
• Email
• Telephone
• Date of birth
• Gender
• Age

• The Young Scot National Entitlement Card (NEC) is a free card for young people aged 5 to 21 living in Scotland.

The Young Scot card offers a range of benefits, including:

• Free bus travel for under 22s
• Discounted train and ferry travel for 16-18-year-olds and full-time volunteers
• Discounts at over 1,000 retailers and venues across Scotland
• Proof of age
• Young Scot Rewards points scheme
• European Youth Card, which gives you discounts across Europe
• School lunches

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Here are some of the specific benefits of the Young Scot NEC:

• Free bus travel: young people aged 5 to 21 living in Scotland can travel for free on most buses right across Scotland. This includes all local buses, as well as some long-distance buses.
• Discounted train and ferry travel: young people aged 16 to 18 and full-time volunteers aged 16 to 25 can get a 1/3 discount on train and ferry travel in Scotland.
• Discounts at retailers and venues: There are over 1,000 retailers and venues across Scotland that offer discounts to Young Scot cardholders. These include shops, restaurants, attractions, and leisure facilities.
• Proof of age: The Young Scot NEC is a valid form of identification for proof of age. This means you can use it to buy alcohol and cigarettes, enter licensed premises, and gamble.
• Young Scot Rewards points scheme: You can earn points every time you use your Young Scot NEC. These points can be redeemed for rewards, such as cinema tickets, gift cards, and travel discounts.
• European Youth Card: The Young Scot NEC is also a European Youth Card. This means you can use it to get discounts on travel, accommodation, and activities across Europe.
• School lunches: Young people aged 5 to 18 who are in full-time education in Scotland can get a free school lunch. You can use your Young Scot NEC to pay for your school lunch.