Ages 10 or under free bus travel

Children under 5

Children under 5 years old do not need a card as they already travel for free on commercial bus services across Scotland.

My child needs someone to travel with them

Your child may be eligible for the companion element (+1) on their card if they meet the eligibility criteria for their age group.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Middle or High Care Component of Child Disability Payment (CDP)
• Middle or High rate of the Care element of Disability Living Allowance (DLA)
• Registered Severely Sight Impaired

Application Process: Email the following documents to concessionary.travel@fife.gov.uk:

• CDP or DLA award letter or confirmation of Severe Sight Impairment/VYNCIP registration
• Copy of birth certificate or passport
• Passport-style photograph of the child

Children Aged 5-10

To apply for a child between 5 and 10 years old, visit getyournec.scot

If you are unable to complete your application online, you can:

• print the paper application
• email YPfreebustravel@fife.gov.uk to request a copy
• call our Contact Centre on 03451 55 00 66 to send you a copy

You will need an appointment to check your application and proofs. You can book a face-to-face appointment once you have completed the application.

My child needs someone to travel with them

Your child may be eligible for the companion element (+1) on their card if they meet the eligibility criteria for their age group.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Higher or Middle rate of the Personal Care Component of CDP
• Higher or Middle rate of the Personal Care Component of DLA
• Registered Severely Sight Impaired

Application Process: Email the following documents to concessionary.travel@fife.gov.uk:

• CDP or DLA award letter or confirmation of Severe Sight Impairment/VYNCIP registration
• Copy of birth certificate or passport
• Passport-style photograph of the child