Can I get a student railcard if I am over 25?

I am over 25 years old and in full time education – can I apply for a Railcard? Yes. We define full-time study as attending college or University (in the United Kingdom) for 15 hours or more a week for at least 20 weeks a year. You can apply at a rail station or via the 16-25 Railcard website.

Can I get a student railcard if I’m over 30?

If you are aged 26-30 years old and still in full-time education, you can choose whether to buy a 26-30 Railcard, or buy a 16-25 Railcard as a mature student. Mature students who are over the age of 30, can only choose the 16-25 Railcard option and apply as a mature student.

Can you get a 3-year 16-25 Railcard when you are 24?

You can get a 3-year 16-25 Railcard right up until the week before your 24th birthday. Please do not wait until the last day before your 24th birthday to apply.

Can I get a 26/30 railcard if I am 30?

If you’re between 26 and 30 years old, you’re eligible. It’s that simple! You can buy a National Rail 26-30 Railcard any time before your 31st birthday and keep using it for a whole year, until its expiry date.

How do I get a free student Railcard?

Through a student bank account One of the main ways that students are able to get a free 16-25 railcard is through student bank accounts. Many banks offer similar student accounts so try to differentiate themselves from other banks by offering a free railcard. One of the main banks to offer such a perk is Santander.

What is classed as a mature student?

Typically, this will mean students who are over 21 years of age at the beginning of their undergraduate studies, or over 25 years of age at the beginning of their postgraduate studies. Over half of mature students are aged between 21 and 24, and around 40% are over 30.

How do I get a free student railcard?

Can I get a 16-25 Railcard when I’m 25?

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.

Who is entitled to a Railcard?

To be eligible for a 16-25 Railcard you must be 16 to 25 years old, or a mature student – 26 years or older and in full-time study. Please see the 16-25 Railcard eligibility criteria for more information. Please visit the 16-25 Railcard website for more information.

Is Railcard free for students?

To help students through their journey, the account includes a free four-year 16-25 Railcard, exclusive to Santander student customers, which gives them a third off standard rail fares.

Who is eligible for Railcard?

To be eligible for a 16-25 Railcard you must be 16 to 25 years old, or a mature student – 26 years or older and in full-time study.