What is a National Entitlement Card number?

The National Entitlement Card (NEC) is Scotland’s National Smartcard, offering access to many public services across the country. You may recognise or know the NEC as your bus pass, library card or Young Scot card, however this one card may be able to grant you access to multiple other services as well.

How do I use my NEC card?

Use your National Entitlement Card to get a ticket in advance or on the bus. You need to collect advance tickets in person. When you get on the bus place your card on the electronic machine with your photo facing up. If there’s not an electronic ticket machine show your card to the driver.

What can you use your National Entitlement Card for?

The NEC can be used to access free, discounted and concessionary travel on public transport in your local area and across Scotland. The smartcard can also be used for access to community car clubs such as Co-wheels, and storing travel tickets and passes from a number of operators.

How do I get a National Entitlement Card in Scotland?

You can use getyournec. scot to apply for, renew and request a replacement National Entitlement Card (NEC). If you cannot submit your request online, please select from the menu if you are enquiring about a 60+ or disabled NEC, or the Young Persons’ Free Bus Travel NEC for those under 22.

How long does it take to get a National Entitlement Card?

Please allow up to 4 weeks for your card to arrive. Please check the latest government COVID-19 guidance before travelling and check gov.

Can you use National Entitlement Card on trains?

Your National Entitlement Card (NEC) can now be used to store tickets for travel across multiple modes of transport and multiple transport operators. This means you can now travel on rail and subway using your NEC smartcard rather than needing a separate smartcard or ticket for each operator.

Can I use my National Entitlement Card on Citylink buses?

National Entitlement Card (bus pass) If you’re over 60, or have a disability, you can travel for free on: nearly all local bus services. nearly all longer journeys between Scottish cities – you can check timetables, including Citylink and Megabus, for times and routes of services between cities.

Who is entitled to a National Entitlement Card?

Can anyone get a NEC? NECs are normally only issued to people who are resident in Scotland as many services are only available to Scottish residents; cards are issued by local councils on receipt of a valid application for a service that uses the NEC.

How do I replace my National Entitlement Card?

You can contact your local council to get a new one. They’ll cancel your existing card and send you a replacement directly by post….If your National Entitlement Card has been:

  1. lost.
  2. stolen.
  3. damaged.

Can I use my National Entitlement Card on Edinburgh trams?

If you have a Scottish National Entitlement Card (also known as a Saltire card) issued by the City of Edinburgh Council, you are entitled to free travel on the tram. The same applies to cards from any local authority indicating visual impairment.