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*NOTE: If you submitted a Travel Card application in Leap and it was not fully approved by the migration to Kuali Build on 6/10 you will need to reapply.*

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Travel Card Use Approved Charges

• Train (Amtrak)
• Car Rental – Fuel for Rental
• Baggage Fees
• Conference Registrations (Includes virtual conferences)
• Individual Meal Costs (If not claimed on per Diem.)
• Business Meals (review approval guidelines in the Travel Policy )
• Ground Transportation
• Taxis – Uber/Lyft
• Local train services (e.g., MetroNorth , MBTA, etc.)
• The Bradley Parking Pass program has been temporarily suspended by the State of Connecticut due to Covid19 related parking lot closures. While this suspension is in place you may use pay for parking at the lowest cost parking lot available.

Travel Card Use Restricted Charges

• Alcoholic beverages
• Personal /  Non - business related charges
• Personal car gas

Please Note: Any charges NOT in full compliance with University travel policy, are considered restricted.

Travel Card Contacts

Student travel card.

Students requiring a Travel Card to cover out-of-pocket expenses while traveling will need to complete the following steps to get a card.

(Excludes Grad Assistants, Grad Interns, and Post Docs)

Students will use the following link to apply for a Travel Card:

https://uconn.kualibuild.com/app/63a5c1593c8de5becde86605/run

• On this form students must include all anticipated travel expenses. (excluding airfare, car rental, or hotel as they will be purchased on an employee’s Travel Card or directly billed).  Expenses must total $100 or more to qualify for a Student Travel Card.
• Each student is required to take the Student Travel Card training in HuskyCT and pass with a score of 85% or better.
• Once the training is completed, the student will receive a certificate of completion, which they should attach to the Student Travel Card application. https://huskyct.uconn.edu/ultra/organizations/_111968_1/cl/outline
• The Student Travel Card will be active for use from the business start date to the business end date of each trip. After the business end date of the trip, the Student Travel Card limit will be reduced to $1.
• For each new trip, the student will submit an updated Student Travel Card Application with the last four digits of their card number, new business start and end dates, and a dollar amount of anticipated expenses (excluding airfare, car rental, and hotel).
• Once the Student Travel Card Application is approved, each student will receive an email from [email protected] .
• From the time your application is fully approved, please allow 7-10 business days for all new cards to come in.   A member of the Travel and Payment Card Services Team will email you when your card is ready for pickup.
• Please note: All students traveling internationally must submit a Request in Concur to obtain Cultural Insurance Services International (CISI) coverage.  Once the request is fully approved, the student’s information will be sent for processing and the student will receive an email from CISI.
• To check the status of your Student Travel Card or to see any comments on your form: Use this link to get back into Kuali Build https://uconn.kualibuild.com/ , click My Documents up at the top and click on your Student Travel Card Request Form. Once in the form, click the View toggle button on the left hand side from Review to Status. You can now view what step the form is in.

The Student Travel Card training certificate of completion is valid for one year.  The student will not need to retake the training if they have already completed and passed it within the last 12 months.

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Student Travel Card Approved Charges

• Individual Actual Meals – If Not Claiming Per diem (Additional information about Individual Actual Meals Vs claiming per diem can be found here: https://travel.uconn.edu/2021/12/16/actuals-vs-per-diem/ )
• Airline fees (e.g. 'baggage fees, etc.)

Student Travel Card Use Restricted Charges

Student Travel Card Contacts

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MTR Student Travel Scheme 2024/2025

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MTR hotline: 2881 8888 (Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.; Saturday 8:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., except Sundays and Public Holidays)

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MTR Student Travel Scheme

The MTR Corporation will continue to offer MTR concessionary fares to HSUHK full-time students in the 2024/25 academic year. To enjoy concessionary fares under the Scheme, students are required to use a valid Personalised Octopus with “Student Status”.

Eligibility

• Full-time students: aged 25 or below (an applicant’s age is determined by the time when the application is submitted)
• Full-time day course: a day-time course which normally requires the participant to attend an acceptable institution for not less than 20 hours of academic institution each week for 30 weeks or more in an academic year.

Application Fee

• HK$50 refundable Octopus deposit
• HK$20 non-refundable fee service charged by Octopus Cards Limited
• HK$20 administration fee levied for MTR Student Travel Scheme
• Activation/Renewal of “Student Status” on a Personalised Octopus Card: HK$20 (an administration fee)

Application Procedures

MTR has applied the online application on MTR website or MTR Mobile of the Student Travel Scheme, the following will NOT be available on HSUHK campus

• Hardcopy application form
• Endorsement on the form*

*Except for the purchase of “Temporary Student Octopus” with justification.

• The “E-Student Identity Certificate” will not be a valid proof of student status for MTR in the academic year 2024/2025.
• From this Academic Year onwards, the purchase of temporary Octopus will not be provided before the application approved. As such, students in need are advised to submit their application as soon as the online application platform is opened to enjoy the concessionary fares.

A. Submit online application via MTR website or MTR Mobile

• Select Application Type
• Fill in the Application Form
• Upload your HSUHK Student ID card
• A notification email will be sent on the next day

B. Active “Student Status” via Octopus App or choose to visit MTR Customer Service Centre in person to activate the “Student Status”

Suggested Method:

• Click the link inside the email to Octopus App to proceed with the payment of $20 for the renewal
• Choose MTR Student Travel Scheme on Octopus App
• Select “Renewal/Existing Octopus Application”
• Input data for verification
• Confirm renewal and pay $20
• Select payment method
• Upload photo for the new Personalised Octopus
• Complete your mailing address in English to receive the new Personalised Octopus
• Input your email again for confirmation
• Select the payment method of the application fee and pay $90**
• A notification email will be sent on the next day **Please pay for $90 within 7 days from the Date of Application, otherwise your application will be cancelled by MTR
• Scan the QR code on the letter to proceed with card activation
• Select “New Octopus Activation”
• Tap the new Personalised Octopus
• Bring along the letter and the new Personalised Octopus at any MTR Customer Service  Centre in person with 60 calendar days from the letter’s issuance date to activate*** ***You will be asked to state/show your HKIC or Passport number. as well as Date of Birth information, as verification.

If your “Student Status” expires on 31 October 2024 and is not Renewed, full adult fares will be deducted from your Personalised Octopus when you travel on the MTR.

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Hotline: +852 2881 8888

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What travelcards & discounts can I get on public transport?

Studying in London is a unique experience compared to other universities. Whilst the capital offers an unrivalled amount of things to see and do, it can at first be challenge. Although there are a few discount options available to help reduce costs, understanding which one is best and most suitable can in itself be a confusing process. Most students are aware of the 18+ Student Oyster Photocard, but there are also other, lesser known discount railcards. So, which one is the best? The simple answer is that it depends entirely on you - how frequently you use the transport network, and during which times.

Important to know:   If you’re travelling on public transport in London, check the  Transport for London (TfL) to see which services are running, plus y ou can sign up for email updates from TfL.

What is the 18+ Student Oyster card and how can I get one?

The 18+ Oyster entitles you to 30% off travelcards and Bus and Tram season tickets. It is available to full-time King’s students living in the Greater London area, and you apply online using the TfL website at a cost of £20. You’ll simply need your course dates, the student number on your ID card, as well as a photo and your email. Applying a discounted travelcard to an Oyster gives peace of mind that you won’t spend any more than the amount you’ve already paid. However, bear in mind there is no discount to pay-as-you-go fares with an 18+ Oyster. You could be overpaying for a travelcard if you aren’t using the tube or buses frequently, so it is worth considering the other option before handing over £20 to TfL. We recommend reading the detail of what the benefits are, as well as the eligibility criteria for this travel card at TfL 18+ Student Oyster photocard . If you are eligible and wish to apply, please refer to our specific guidance when applying as a King’s student in the guidance below. Important to know: If you take a break from your studies, you won’t be eligible for the 18+ Oyster card for the duration of your interruption.

How do I apply for an 18+ Student Oyster photocard?

Full-time students can apply for a Transport for London (TfL) 18+ Student Oyster photocard, which provides a 30% discount on travel in London. You can  apply online  via the dedicated TfL site and will need a digital photograph and a credit/debit card. You can check your eligibility at  TfL 18+ Student Oyster which also includes important information about how and when applications will be validated. Steps when making your application

When you make your application, please ensure that you select King’s College London as the institution: ‘King's College London, James Clerk Maxwell Building, 57 Waterloo Road.’ (institution code 0403).

If selecting the institution from a list, make sure to select King's College London, and not the NHS Foundation Trust or “King's London.”

If you don’t apply to the correct 'King's College London' your application will be rejected by another institution and you may have to make a new application and incur the £20 administration fee again.

When entering your Course Details (Step 3) you will be asked to provide your Student enrolment (ID) Number. This is the 7 or 8 digit number on your student card. Please do not enter the ID that begins with a “K” as this may cause delays in approving your application.

Important to know:

Most part-time students and students on a break/interruption of study are not eligible for the 18+ Student Oyster photocard. Please refer to the more detailed guidance at  TfL 18+ Student Oyster and to our guidance on interruptions for undergraduate students or postgraduate taught students .

The King's Student Funding Office confirms whether applicants are registered as full-time for TfL.

Applications  cannot be approved until the first day of term , so the Student Funding Office will begin approving application from then onwards.

How long will it take for my Oyster application to be approved? The Student Funding Office approves all Oyster card applications directly with TfL. It takes a couple of weeks for this to come through at the start of term, but these are approved as soon as possible. 

What is the 16+ Student Oyster card and can I get one?

If you are still 17 on the 31 August ahead of starting your degree course (usually September), you should be able apply for this discount without university approval, and it will remain valid until your 18 th birthday.

Foundation courses can count as level 3; this means that if you are 18 and studying on the King’s International Foundation course, you can apply for this discount but because of your age, you’ll need to get approval from King’s for this.

To apply (for students on Foundation courses):

Submit a Form Request and upload your application form.

We will check your record and ensure you meet the relevant criteria, and then sign and stamp the form for you, returning it to you via email.

If you're eligible, we will then let you know - at which point please book an appointment to come a collect your form in person.

Important to know: When seeking to apply for this discount travelcard, please make sure you read all the information at 16+ Zip Oyster photocard and please refer to the TfL Eligibility criteria before applying . If your application is rejected because you are ineligible, you run the risk of losing your application fee. If you are at all unsure if you are eligible, please seek advice from TfL .

What is the National Rail 16-25 Railcard and can I get one?

Important to know: When it comes to the railcard, there is no discount to peak fares Monday-Friday 06:30-09:30 and 16:00-19:00 or to bus fares. How can I apply?

If you’re aged between 16-25 years , you can do it all online yourself, opting for a digital or plastic railcard at 16-25 Railcard .

If you’re over 25 , you are best to apply for the  26-30 Railcard .

If you’re over 30 and a full-time student , you’ll need to start off your application online and then you’ll be directed to a Mature Student Railcard application form, which we’ll need to sign and stamp for you. Please:

If you would like to collect this in paper form in person, please ensure you have still logged a  Form Request  and uploaded your application form first, and let us know through your enquiry if you want to collect the completed form in person.

• Students studying on a distance learning course don’t qualify for a railcard. Please visit the  16-25 railcard eligibility  for more information.

I’m a part-time student; am I eligible for this railcard?

We will check your record and ensure you meet the relevant criteria by liaising directly with your department for confirmation, and then sign and stamp the form for you, returning it to you via email.

This railcard is not tied to your student status but rather your age; if you’re under 25, you can apply whether you’re a student or not.

Always carry your 16-25 Railcard when buying tickets and travelling.

If you’re unsure if you’re eligible for this railcard, visit 16-25: Are you eligible?

What is the National Rail 26-30 Railcard and can I get one?

A valid passport or UK Driving Licence to verify your identity.

A digital passport-style photo saved to your computer, tablet or mobile phone.

A debit or credit card.

The  Railcard app .

Check when and with which ticket(s) you are permitted to use your 26-30 railcard by visiting  Where and when can I use my Railcard?

Always carry your 26-30 Railcard when buying tickets and travelling.

I’m a mature or part-time student; am I eligible for this railcard?

Both the 26-30 and the 16-25 railcards are dependent on your age, so you don’t have to be a student to apply. Anyone under 31 is covered by either one of the railcards without needing any further approval – you can apply directly through the website. The main difference comes if you are studying and over 30; for this you’re best to refer to details for the 16-25 railcard.

Comparing the 18+ Student Oyster card and 16-25 Railcard: which student travel card is right for me?

If you are not using public transport frequently but instead walking or cycling to university and only using the tube occasionally, the 18+ Oyster may not be worthwhile. To check fares for travel across the different zones using the various payment methods, refer to TfL 18+ Student fares . Unless you travel very regularly on pay-as-you-go fares, a 16-25 Railcard may be more appropriate to save money on off-peak fares, when using the tube or city trains to see friends or explore London for leisure. Even if you use the tube frequently on one day, fares automatically cap at the zone rate, ensuring you can’t spend any more than this in one day. Caps can increase year on year, so if you think you might stick to standard pay-as-you-go, we recommend checking TfL’s Pay as you go caps . The 16-25 railcard offers an additional ⅓ off daily caps when using the tube off-peak bringing the cap down further. On the other hand, if you are regularly using transport to travel into university and at peak times, the discounted travelcard allows for unlimited journeys on a weekly or monthly basis, and so may make the 18+ Oyster better value. If you do opt for the 18+ Oyster, you can still apply a 16-25 railcard discount allowing for the best of both worlds. You can opt for a discounted travelcard in the weeks you use public transport frequently whilst allowing for a pay-as-you-go discount when not using transport frequently outside of term time. If you are living in Zone 2, you may opt for a Zone 1-2 weekly travelcard to get to university, but use the 16-25 Railcard when you make journeys to Zone 3 and beyond to explore areas outside of Central London. A combination of the two allows for maximum flexibility. In the end, it depends entirely on your personal use. It’s a good idea to check how much you are using public transport to see if the total regularly exceeds or is below the cost of a travelcard for your zone. To work out what you’re spending your money on to help you budget better, refer to our guide on managing your money .

Additional support for students with disabilities  

I’m a disabled student living in London, can I apply for a freedom pass?

If you live in a London borough and meet the eligibility criteria, you may be able to apply for a Disabled Persons Freedom Pass, which can provide free access to public transport across the Transport for London network. For further guidance on how to submit an application, visit the London Councils webpage ​​​​​​.

Step 1: Make sure you're using either an Oyster or Contactless Card

Paper ticket fares are incredibly expensive in London, and nowadays often unnecessary when so many credit and debit cards have the contactless feature.

You will know if your debit card is contactless depending on whether it has the contactless symbol. Though contactless removes the need to top-up, discounts cannot be applied and it can be more difficult to keep track of spending.

Adult Oyster cards are available at ticket machines at any Tube station for a £5. Even if you opt to apply for an 18+ Oyster, it is worth paying this while you wait for your 18+ Oyster, because it can sometimes take a couple of weeks for the university to approve this for you.

Step 2: How much are you using transport and when?

To keep track of usage, make sure to register your Oyster Card online following the instructions on the TfL website. Once you have done this, you can view journey history and see daily expenditure.

You may wish to set up a Contactless and Oyster account which also has a matching app , which allows you to check your journey history, easily top-up credit and you’ll get notifications when your credit runs low.

Keeping track of your journeys and your spending means you can total the weekly and estimate the monthly and annual costs, and compare this with the cost of discounted travelcards for each zone. For details on fares across a range of transport types in the capital visit TfL Find fares .

Step 3: Apply for the discount cards

If you find you are exceeding the cost of a travelcard via pay-as-you-go fares it is likely that an 18+ Oyster is a sound investment and can be applied for online. Please refer to our guidance in How do I apply for an 18+ Student Oyster photocard?

If you are only occasionally using public transport and therefore coming in below the cost of a travelcard, or simply want both discounts and the option of discounts on trains throughout the UK, you can apply for the 16-25 Railcard online .

Buses are almost always cheaper than the tube and the Hopper Fare gives you unlimited journeys, made within 1 hour of touching in.

Remember to tap in and tap out at all stations even if there are no barriers. Forgetting to tap both in and out on the tube will lead to a penalty fare .

King’s Student Funding Office confirm student attendance to TfL for applications to be approved. September and October are very busy periods as many students apply for the 18+ Oyster card, so bear in mind you may need to wait; please allow at least 3 weeks for processing.

How can I travel around London on a budget?

If you’d like to minimise your travel on public transport and want an alternative cheap mode of transport, you could try  Santander Cycles . This is an easy bike hire system with no need to book in advance. You can simply hire a cycle by going to your nearest docking station terminal with a debit or credit card. Be sure to take your card with you; while contactless cards are accepted, but contactless devices including phones and smartwatches, are not .

You can also download the free Santander Cycles app  and pay for the hire using the app instead. For up to 30 minutes, you can ride an unlimited journey for just £2. Every additional 30 minutes will be charged at £2. Remember to return your cycle within 24 hours to your nearest docking station terminal. Otherwise, you may be charged.

The Money Mentors have also put together some tips in their blog  Getting around London: practical tips .

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Applying for free and discounted student travel

If you are studying at a hoger beroepsonderwijs – HBO (higher vocational education) or  wetenschappelijk onderwijs – WO (scientific/academic education)  tertiary education institution in the Netherlands you can apply for free and discounted student travel on public transport. You can apply for student travel at the Dienst Uitvoering Onderwijs – DUO (education implementation service) website. You will need a personal OV-chipkaart to load the student travel product on to. The time you check in determines whether you will travel free or with a discount for your whole journey.

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Check to see if you can apply

Free and discounted student travel is part of your student finance . It is a loan which is converted into a gift if you graduate within 10 years. Your eligibility for student finance depends on your citizenship or residency status, your age and your course. You can find out if you can apply for student travel at the studentreisproduct.nl website.

Weekday or weekend pass

With free and discounted student travel, you can choose between a weekday or a weekend pass. If you study in a different area to where you live, a weekday pass might be a better option. If you live and study in the same area, then a weekend subscription may be more practical.

Free and discounted travel

When exactly can you travel for free, and when at a reduced rate? What happens on public holidays? You find the validity of both weekday and weekend passes  in the overview with travel days on the DUO website.

Changing your pass type

You may wish to change your pass at a later date if you find that one type is more practical than the other. You can do this by logging in to Mijn DUO . You are allowed a maximum of two changes in a single year, but you can only make one change every 2 months. You cannot make any changes between 1 May and 25 August in the same year.

Applying for student travel

If you would like free or discounted travel on public transport, then log in to Mijn DUO to apply for student travel. 

Loading student travel on to your OV-chipkaart

New students can apply for and purchase a personal OV-chipkaart (public transport card) online. When your application has been processed by DUO, koppel (link) the student travel product to your personal OV-chipkaart online. Then the student travel product must be physically uploaded to your OV-chipkaart at a service point. There is a  list of service points in your area  on the ov-chipkaart.nl website.

Cancelling student travel

If you are no longer entitled to receive free and discounted student travel, you must cancel it yourself at a service point. This will not happen automatically when you cancel your student finance. When will you get a fine? If you use your student travel product while you are no longer entitled to it.

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Apply for a concession Opal card as a tertiary or TAFE student

Introduction.

The Transport for NSW (TfNSW) concession Opal card for tertiary students gives eligible applicants reduced fares for travel on public transport between home and their tertiary institution. The Opal network includes trains, buses, ferries and light rail.

When travelling on your concession Opal card you’ll also need to carry your proof of entitlement, such as:

• your student ID card from a TfNSW  approved institution , or
• your institution's student ID card is  not recognised , or
• you're an approved international student – PDF .

Eligibility

You must be:

• an Australian citizen or permanent resident of Australia
• living in NSW
• enrolled in an Australian Qualifications Framework, accredited higher education or vocational education and training course
• a full-time student enrolled on an internal basis (except where a person, by reason of disability, is enrolled on a part-time basis and/or on an external basis)

International students on an Endeavour Scholarship, an Australian Awards Scholarship, or a Research Training Program (RTP) Scholarship, are also eligible.

What you need

• your student enrolment information
• your student ID card, or your transport concession entitlement card
• if your institution doesn’t have a specific online form for this, you'll need to complete a  consent form – PDF  and hand it in to your student centre.

How to apply

• Check the eligibility requirements.
• Ensure you've given consent for your tertiary institution to share your details with TfNSW at least 2 days ago. 
• Select the 'Apply online' button.
• Select 'I want to order a concession Opal card'.
• Select 'Continue ordering an Opal card'.
• Complete the registration details.
• Enter your entitlement details.
• Decide on your top up amount and type.
• Make your payment.
• Select 'Submit'.

More information

• You can give consent for your institution to share your details with TfNSW through your student centre when you enrol, or at a later date. 
• Once your eligibility is confirmed by TfNSW, your concession Opal card will be mailed to you within 5 to 7 working days. You'll then need to activate your Opal card .
• You must carry your student ID card or your transport concession entitlement card at all times as proof of entitlement when travelling on your concession Opal card.
• Guidelines for Issuing NSW Tertiary Student Concessions – PDF
• All about Opal cards
• Tertiary proof of entitlement requirements

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School Term Bus Pass

If you live in Sydney and surrounds you can buy a School Term Bus Pass for discounted bus travel between home and school.

Use this page for:

• applying for a School Term Bus Pass for the first time
• updating a School Term Bus Pass or purchasing extra terms
• cancelling a School Term Bus Pass.

If your School Opal card is damaged, lost or stolen, go to replace a damaged, lost or stolen pass

Who can buy a School Term Bus Pass

If the student does not qualify for free school travel , you may be able to buy a School Term Bus Pass.

The student must be:

• a resident of NSW, or an overseas student eligible for free government education.
• aged 4 years 6 months or older. Pre-school children are not eligible.
• living within the minimum distance from the school as detailed below.

Minimum distance

Free school travel is available to students who live outside of the following distances from their school. If you live within these distances, you are able to buy a School Term Bus Pass if you meet all the conditions.

The minimum distance varies according to the year or grade the student is enrolled in that calendar year. You are able to buy a School Term Bus Pass for a:

• Year 3 to Year 6  student if the straight line distance from their home address to school is less than 1.6 kilometres.
• Year 7 to Year 12  student if the straight line distance from their home address to school is less than 2 kilometres.

TAFE Students are not able to buy a School Term Bus Pass.

If your application for free school travel has been rejected for reasons other than distance, you cannot apply for a School Term Bus Pass. You can get a Child/Youth Opal card .

Students in rural/regional areas

If the student's travel is in a rural/regional area, please contact your  local bus operator  to see if a school bus pass is available and which pass will be issued.

Things to know before applying

Applications for next year open during Term 4 this year.

You only need to apply:

• if applying for a School Term Bus Pass for the first time, or
• if requesting an additional School Term Bus Pass due to parents living separately

Pass costs and validity

• The current cost is $55 (including GST) per term. Price is correct at the time of publication and is subject to change. 
• It can be purchased for one or more terms in the school year.
• A School Term Bus Pass is valid for travel between home and school on school days only, via the most direct route. It is only valid for one bus operator.

Before starting the online form

• The form needs to be completed in one session, you will not be able to save a partly completed form.
• You will need a valid email address.
• Applications must be made by a parent or legal guardian if the student is under 16 years of age.
• The student needs to complete and submit the application form if they are 16 years or older.

Apply for a School Term Bus Pass

Things to know after applying

You will be informed of the outcome of the application by email, using the details you provided in the online form. If the application is successful:

• Travel for the number of terms purchased will be loaded onto a School Opal card and sent to your home address.
• You will receive your School Term Bus Pass in approximately 8-10 working days.

More information

Cancel a school term bus pass.

If the student is eligible for free travel, you can cancel your School Term Bus Pass and request a refund by completing this online form .

Update a School Term Bus Pass with travel for next term

If you need to purchase extra terms, you should do so before the beginning of the new school term.

• Please keep the School Opal card as the existing card will be updated.
• You can purchase extra terms online. 
• You must purchase travel for the next term before the first day of the new term in order to keep your current School Opal card.

If you have purchased up to Term 4 and wish to purchase travel for the new school year, applications open in October during Term 4. You have until 31 December to apply in order to keep using your existing School Opal card.

If travel for the new school year is purchased after this deadline, a new School Opal card will be sent to you.

Purchase extra terms

Update student details.

You will need to update your details if the student is:

• changing school or campus
• changing home address
• changing their name
• requesting a new transport operator

To change details, complete the online application form to apply for next term using the new details.

We will advise you by email if you will need to keep the existing School Opal card or receive a new one.

Update your details

24 Plus Travelcard

FREE student card for rail travel

Full-time students travelling in Northern Ireland can apply for a FREE 24+ Student Railcard. If you are 24 years of age or over and in full-time education you can get great savings on NI Railways with 1/3 off cash and mLink singles, day return*, weekly and monthly tickets and up to 50% off Enterprise fares.

The 24+ Student Railcard is valid for the academic year (September to August) and the card is now FREE. You need to present your 24+ Student Railcard when travelling. If you are unable to produce a valid card you will be required to buy a new ticket at the full price and may be liable for prosecution.

Download an Application

Get your FREE 24+ Student Rail Card! Download your application form today.

• Download application Word (689kb)
• Download application PDF (3mb)

How to Apply

To get your card, download and fill out the application form and take it to your nearest NI Railways Station. You will also need to bring along the following:

1 colour passport sized photograph  - Name & date of birth must be written on the reverse of the photo.

College/University Photo ID confirming Full-Time Attendance  - (a registration receipt/letter from your College/University confirming full-time attendance PLUS a valid passport or driver’s licence will be accepted in the absence of College Photo ID).

Proof of age & identity  - Any one of the following: Birth/Adoption Certificate, Passport, Driving Licence, Any Student ID Card (which shows DOB), Official Letter from College (which confirms DOB)).

You will receive your 24+ Student Railcard within 7 working days. Postal applications cannot be accepted. Remember, you need to renew your card each academic year.