Apply for an older person's bus pass
Your National Entitlement Card (NEC) will be your bus pass. You can:
- apply online on getyournec.scot – in all areas of Scotland
- apply through your local Post Office – if you live in an area where it offers this service
- apply through Strathclyde Partnership for Transport (SPT) – if you live in one of the 12 local councils in the Glasgow and Strathclyde area
- apply through your local council – if you live in an area where you cannot apply through the Post Office or SPT
How to apply
How you apply depends on where you live.
You can answer some questions about your circumstances to find out your application options.
StartWhat you need to apply
You'll need:
- a recent photo
- proof of your current address
- proof of your age
If you’re applying online, you’ll also need:
- a laptop, tablet, phone or other device with a camera
- a myaccount – you can register if you do not already have one
- proof of identity
Find out what you can use as proof of identity, age and address on nec.scot.
Help with your application
If you’re applying online
Once you’ve applied, you can sign into your account on getyournec.scot to check the status of your application.
If you need more help, visit the getyournec.scot Help Centre.
If you’re applying through SPT
Contact SPT by email or phone if you need help with your application.
Phone
0141 333 3211
If you’re applying through the Post Office or your local council
Contact your local council if you need help with your application.