The scheme allows any young Londoner who lives in one of the Capital’s 33 boroughs to apply for the 16+ Zip Oyster photocard. Applicants who live outside London can apply for their 16+ Oyster photocard at tfl.gov.uk/photocard.
Can you get an Oyster card if you don’t live in London?
If you do not live in the UK, you can still get an Oyster card but only when you arrive in London. You can also pay for your travel with a contactless payment card.
Can I get student Oyster if I live outside London?
Schools, colleges and universities must register on the TfL Scheme so their students can apply for an 18+ Student Oyster photocard. The registration fee is £25 (non-refundable). If your location is outside London, but your students regularly commute from a London borough, you may be eligible to register.
Who is eligible for a Zip card?
Children aged 16-17 can get free and discounted travel on all our transport services with a Zip Oyster photocard.
Do you need a British passport for a Zip card?
Alternatively, you can download a verification letter from your TfL account and take it to a London post office with proof of your age (this can be a passport, European ID card, birth certificate or biometric residency permit).
Is it cheaper to get an Oyster card or pay as you go?
Oyster single fares: 2022 prices
The Pay as you go Oyster card is the cheapest way to pay for single tickets on the underground. For journeys in central London (zone 1), ticket prices are more than 50% cheaper with an Oyster card.
Is it cheaper to use an Oyster card or contactless?
It’s the easiest and most convenient way to pay, is supported on every form of transport, and in most cases is either cheaper or the same price as using an Oyster card.
Can I get a Freedom Pass if I live outside London?
If you work or study in London but do not live in London you are not eligible for a Freedom Pass. If you move out of London you are no longer eligible for a Freedom Pass. You may be eligible for a concessionary fares pass from your new local authority, which will still allow you to travel for free on London buses.
Only one person can travel with an Oyster card at any time. If 2 people are travelling together they need 2 Oyster cards. However another person can use your Oyster card when you are not travelling.
How much is a London monthly travel card?
Travelcards
| Zone(s) | One Day Anytime | Monthly |
|---|---|---|
| Zone 1 only | £14.40 | £147.50 |
| Zone 1 and 2 | £14.40 | £147.50 |
| Zone 1, 2 and 3 | £14.40 | £173.60 |
| Zone 1, 2, 3 and 4 | £14.40 | £212.00 |
Does everyone get approved for Zip?
Zip assesses every order at the time it is placed. Our automated system takes into account various factors to determine whether you are approved for an order, and each is assessed individually.
Why am I not eligible for a Zip pay account?
All customers are assessed based on information supplied at checkout. We were either unable to verify your identity, or you did not meet our customer assessment guidelines.
Is it hard to qualify for Zip?
Zip may perform a soft credit check, which does not hurt your credit score. Zip says it does not rely solely on credit scores and doesn’t state a minimum credit score requirement, so if you have bad credit or no credit, there’s a good chance you can still use Zip.
How far out of London can I use my freedom pass?
Freedom Passes will be valid to use on all of the Elizabeth line including stops outside of London.
How far outside of London can I use my 60+ Oyster card?
The pass allows free travel on buses, Tube, tram, DLR, London Overground and most National Rail services in London. Pass holders also get a discounted fare on River services and the Emirates Air Line. 60+ Oyster pass holders are not entitled to free travel on services outside of London.
Can you have a passport without being a citizen UK?
You must have British nationality to apply for or hold a British passport. Having British nationality does not guarantee you a passport. For example, you may not get a new passport (or your existing passport may be taken from you) if: you’re suspected of a serious crime and an arrest warrant has been issued.
Are Oyster cards being phased out?
However, TfL has no plans phase the Oyster card out. “This is because there will always be customers, such as children or those who need to manage their finances more carefully, who will benefit from the card,” says Tuckett.
How much is a 7 day Oyster travel card?
Travelcard prices start at £14.40 for a central London 1 day Travelcard and go up to £70.30 for a 7 day Travelcard covering zones 1-6.
How much is a 1 day travel Oyster card?
A Visitor Oyster card costs £5 (plus postage) and is pre-loaded with pay as you go credit for you to spend on travel. You can choose how much credit to add to your card: £10, £15, £20, £25, £30, £35, £40 or £50.
What is the cheapest way to get around London?
How to travel cheap in London
- Get an Oyster card.
- Go contactless.
- Know where you’re travelling to.
- Avoid travelling during peak hours.
- Take the bus for long distances.
- Take advantage of the Hopper fare.
- Rent a bike when it’s sunny.
- Walk wherever possible.
Can I use my phone instead of Oyster card?
Oyster is a physical card, not an app. You need one for everyone (maybe not for your daughter depending on age). If you have contactless cards or access to Apple or Android Pay you can use those instead of Oysters.