Who is eligible for a disabled person's bus pass?

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The disabled person’s pass is for people of fare paying age (5 and over). Who live in England with a qualifying disability. The bus pass allows free off-peak travel on local buses throughout England.

Any disability should have a substantial effect on your ability to carry out normal day-to-day activities and must:

  • be permanent, or
  • have lasted at least 12 months, or
  • be likely to last at least 12 months, or
  • be likely to recur

A qualifying disability would be if you:

Please note that social and mental health needs will be assessed under the final category G unable to drive.

Read each category and the guidance carefully before applying and check the What do I need to apply? for proof required.