Apply online for a Zip Oyster. To apply for a 11-15+ Zip Oyster photocard, create or sign in to your photocard web account. (You must use a different email address from any contactless and Oyster account for a standard adult Oyster card.)
Can you get a Zip card if you live outside of London?
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.
How do I get a UK Oyster card?
You can get an Oyster card:
- Online with a contactless and Oyster account, if you live in the UK.
- At Oyster Ticket Stops in many newsagents in London.
- At all Tube, London Overground and most Elizabeth line stations.
- Some DLR stations.
- At Visitor Centres.
- At the Tramlink Shop in Croydon.
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.
Can non UK residents get an Oyster card?
If you do not live in the UK, you can buy a Visitor Oyster card* before you leave home, or buy an Oyster card once you arrive in London at TfL Visitor Centres, transport stations and Oyster ticket stops.
How much is a UK Zip card?
A debit or credit card to pay the £15 administration fee.
How much is a Oyster card in London?
The Oyster card costs £7. You then add money to the card to pay for your travel. The £7 fee is not a deposit.
Is the London Oyster card worth it?
The best reason to get an Oyster card is cost savings and convenience! It is significantly cheaper to travel in London using an Oyster card than it is to purchase individual tickets for each trip.
Is it cheaper to use an Oyster or debit card?
Oyster cards have the added benefit of adding travel cards and discounts, which is why it is often the cheapest way to travel.
What documents do I need for an Oyster 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).
How do I get a physical Zip card?
Am I able to receive a Zipcard or a replacement?
- Sign in to your Zipcar account.
- Submit a request for a Zipcard.
Do you need a credit score for Zip?
Zip does not list a minimum credit score requirement. Your credit information plays a part in Zip’s application decision, but the company doesn’t share the details of its decision process. This makes it hard to know how much of a role your credit plays in your approval.
How do I get a Zip pay card?
To get started with Tap & Zip, simply navigate to the Zip app and click on the card icon in the bottom menu. From there, you will be able to generate a multi-use Tap & Zip card and add it to your Apple Pay or Google Pay wallet. What’s the difference between Zip Pay and Zip Money?
Can you apply for 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.
How much do oysters card cost UK?
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 difference between London Pass and Oyster card?
Over 66% of attractions included in The London Pass® are in Central London (zones 1 – 2) but the Visitor Oyster card is actually valid to use across all London, zones 1 – 9. This includes travel to and from Heathrow Airport and London City Airport.
Can I apply for a Zip Oyster card at the post office?
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).
How long does it take to get a Zip card?
Once your photo, passport image and/or your Post Office letter have been accepted, your 5-10 Zip Oyster photocard will usually arrive within two weeks. To apply for a 5-10 Zip Oyster photocard, create or sign in to your photocard web account.
Can you apply for Oyster card at post office?
This can be done by debit/credit card over the telephone or in person at the Post Office. You will be sent a letter in the post. You must send a passport sized photo in the return envelope. Allow up to 2 weeks to receive your 60+ Oystercard.
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.
Is Oyster cheaper than buying a ticket?
You can add money to an Oyster card or use contactless (card or device) straight away. You only pay for the journeys you make and it’s cheaper than buying a paper single or return ticket (train companies may offer special deals on some journeys).