Who Qualifies

Older People
If you are over 60 years of age and live in Scotland you need to complete application form LS304 which is available from your local authority office - this might be a library, one stop shop or council information office. In certain areas you can pick up a form from a post office or SPT Travel Centre. Best to contact your local council or concessionary travel office in your area for up to date information on the application process in your area. See Contact Us for more information.

Disabled People
Eligible disabled people of fare paying age (aged 5 and over) who meet the criteria also qualify for a National Entitlement Card to access Scotland -Wide Free Bus Travel. Click on the relevant link (below) for information on the categories which may apply to you. This will give you information on what you need to bring with you when you apply.

I receive the higher rate of the mobility component of Disability Living Allowance
I receive the higher/middle rate of the care component of Disability Living Allowance
I receive Attendance Allowance
I live in a care or residential home or hospital and require 24 hour supervision
I hold a Disabled Persons Parking Badge (Blue Badge)
I am profoundly or severely deaf
I have been told not to drive on medical grounds
I suffer from a mental illness, learning disability or personality disorder
I am terminally ill
I suffer from a progressively degenerative disorder
I have suffered a loss of limbs
I am visually impaired
I am a seriously injured veteran with mobility problems

How do I qualify for the companion entitlement?