Are 11/15 Oyster cards still valid?

11-15 Zip Oyster photocards expire on 30 September in the year after your child’s 16th birthday. A parent or guardian can then apply for a 16+ Zip Oyster photocard.

How does 11/15 Zip Oyster work?

Children aged 11 to 15 years can travel free on buses and trams and at child rate on Tube, DLR and London Overground services, provided they have an 11-15 Zip Oyster photocard. This allows a child aged 11 to 15 to travel at half adult fare for 14 days.

Can you get a Zip card without a passport?

Transport For London Oystercard Zip Scheme (11-15 & 16+) 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).

Can I apply for a Zip Oyster card at the post office?

Since this summer, applications for the 11-15 Zip card can now be made online by London residents at tfl.gov.uk/photocard as well as via the Post Office. Applications for the 16+ Zip Oyster photocard should be made by mid September to ensure cardholders receive their new card before their existing card expires.

How do I top-up my zip Oyster online?

Here’s how to add Auto Top-Up to a child’s Zip Oyster Card.

1. Sign in to your Oyster Account.
2. In the right-hand menu, go to ‘My Oyster Cards’ or click the ‘Add an existing card’ box.
3. Type in the 12-digit card number that’s on the top right on the back of the Zip Photocard.

How do I put money on my Zip Oyster card?

How do I activate my Zip Oyster card?

To activate your Auto top-up instruction, as part of a journey, touch your Oyster card on a yellow card reader on any London Bus or at any Tube, DLR, London Overground, TfL Rail or National Rail station within the pay as you go area, tram stop or River Bus pier after 30 minutes of making your order.

Do you have to pay for 16 Oyster card?

Children aged 16-17 can get free and discounted travel on all our transport services with a Zip Oyster photocard. Who is it for?

What ID do you need for a Zip card?

Information about the Zip card holder (you), which includes name, address, date of birth, photograph, and telephone number. Scanned image of your passport details page (which includes your photograph and passport number) Information about your parent/guardian, which includes name, email address.

How long does it take to get a Zip card?

It typically takes 5-7 business days for the Zipcard to arrive. You will need to receive your Zipcard before you can book and drive.

Who can apply for an 11-15 ZIP Oyster photocard?

A parent or guardian must apply for an 11-15 Zip Oyster photocard. When you apply, you agree that Zip Oyster photocard holders will comply with our Young Person’s Behaviour Code.

What do I do if my 11-15 ZIP Oyster card is lost?

Use your photocard web account to manage your card or report a lost card. 11-15 Zip Oyster photocards expire on 30 September in the year after your child’s 16th birthday. A parent or guardian can then apply for a 16+ Zip Oyster photocard.

How much does it cost to apply for an Oyster card?

You pay an administration fee of £15 using a credit or debit card. If we can verify your child’s identity online, we’ll post their 11-15 Zip Oyster photocard within one week of applying. If we can’t, you’ll need to take proof of identity to collect their 11-15 Zip Oyster photocard from a Visitor Centre.

How do I apply for an Oyster photocard for my child?

Once the web account has been created, you’ll be able to apply online for an Oyster photocard. The parent or guardian must create the web account and apply online for their child. If playback doesn’t begin shortly, try restarting your device.

Are 16+ oysters still free?

Children aged 16-17 can get free and discounted travel on all our transport services with a Zip Oyster photocard.

How can I check how much is on my Oyster card?

You can find out how much money you’ve got on an Oyster card at ticket machines by holding your card against the yellow Oyster card reader. Or you can check your balance anytime online if you register your Oyster card and have an account. If you haven’t already you can do that on the TfL website.

Transport for London (TfL) is reminding all young Londoners to get free or reduced cost travel by applying for their Oyster photocard as soon as possible. Since this summer, applications for the 11-15 Zip card can now be made online by London residents at tfl.gov.uk/photocard as well as via the Post Office.

Is Zip Card Still Free?

Free bus travel for London children will not be cut until next spring, the head of Transport for London (TfL) has revealed. The zip card scheme was due to be suspended after the October half term, but network boss Andy Byford said it will be pushed back to 2021.

Can a 10 year old travel alone on a bus?

Children 5-10 years old Under-11s can travel free at any time on London’s buses and trams without a ticket. Unaccompanied children between 5 and 10 must have a valid 5-10 Zip Oyster Photocard for free travel.

Is there an app to check Oyster card balance?

TfL has launched its new app, allowing Oyster card users to check their pay as you go balance and top up their card using their smartphone. TfL has launched its new app, allowing Oyster card users to check their pay as you go balance and top up their card using their smartphone.

Does Oyster card expire?

“Pay-as-you-go Oyster cards do not expire and customers are able to return their cards at any time for a refund of the remaining balance and card deposit,” Transport for London said. “Revenue generated from fares, including Oyster fares, is used to operate, maintain and upgrade London’s transport network. ”

Do you need a passport for a Zip card?

This should be either your child’s passport, ID card from a European Economic Area country or birth certificate. No other documents will be accepted as proof of age. 1. The parent/guardian applying on behalf of their child is expected to ensure that the photocard holder is aware of and adheres to the Behaviour Code.

A parent or guardian must apply for an 11-15 Zip Oyster photocard. When you apply, you agree that Zip Oyster photocard holders will comply with our Young Person’s Behaviour Code. If they don’t, we can withdraw their photocard.

What is the ZIP oyster young visitor discount?

If you don’t live in London and you’re visiting with children who don’t have an 11-15 Zip Oyster photocard, they can get discounted travel for up to 14 days with the Young Visitor discount: 50% off adult-rate pay as you go fares and daily caps on bus, Tube, tram, DLR, London Overground, TfL Rail and most National Rail services

How do I get a zip oyster from a visitor centre?

You need to apply four weeks in advance to collect a Zip Oyster from a Visitor Centre. We’ll email you when your application is complete, and you can choose which Visitor Centre to collect from. You need to provide: If you need to change the photo on your 11-15 Zip Oyster photocard, your collection date may change.

When does my child’s 1111-15 ZIP Oyster card expire?

11-15 Zip Oyster photocards expire on 30 September in the year after your child’s 16th birthday. A parent or guardian can then apply for a 16+ Zip Oyster photocard.