Young Scot cards are recognised in law by The Scottish Government and Police Scotland as an acceptable form of proof of age and most places will accept the card. However, retailers and business do have the right to decide which forms of ID they will and will not accept and can refuse sale if they choose.
Can you fly with a young Scot card?
If you are 16, 17 or 18 years old, your Young Scot NEC allows you to buy rail tickets for travel within Scotland at discounted prices. You must have your Young Scot NEC with you when buying tickets and when travelling.
What can you use as ID Scotland?
Acceptable forms of ID to prove you are over 18 include:
- A photo driving licence.
- A passport.
- A proof of age card, such as the PASS card from the national Proof of Age Standards Scheme.
What is a young Scot card used for?
The Young Scot National Entitlement Card (Young Scot NEC) is free of charge to 11-26-year-olds living in Scotland. Use it for money off the things you love, exclusive Rewards, Proof-of-Age and much more.
How can a 16 year old prove their age?
Your age can be verified using your passport, driving licence, national identity card, birth certificate or any Government-approved PASS card. Either enter the details in the online form (passport, driving licence or national ID card) or upload a scan of the document (birth certificate or PASS card).
Is citizen card a valid ID?
10.3 The Card contains a PASS hologram which means that it is endorsed as a valid form of ID and proof of age by the government, police and trading standards.
What age is a young Scot card for?
The Young Scot National Entitlement Card is available free of charge to everyone aged 11 to 25 living in Scotland. You can use it to: get exclusive rewards and discounts. get money off travel if you’re 16, 17 or 18.
How long does a young Scots card take to come?
How long will it take to receive my new card? You should receive your card within two weeks.
What are valid IDs?
List of Acceptable IDs
- Social Security System (SSS) Card.
- Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) Card.
- Unified Multi-Purpose Identification (UMID) Card.
- Land Transportation Office (LTO) Driver’s License.
- Professional Regulatory Commission (PRC) ID.
- Philippine Identification (PhilID)
Does Tesco accept citizen card?
Yes, we do.
Is a young Scot card a valid form of ID?
It is a valid form of ID (pass hologram) but most clubs won’t accept a Young Scot card as they are very easy to modify. Pubs/bars and some clubs may except it though.
How do I get help with my young Scot card?
To get help or support with your Young Scot card you should contact your local council via the Young Scot site.
How can I prove how old I am in Scotland?
You can use the Young Scot card to prove how old you are. Every Young Scot card has a PASS hologram, meaning that your age and personal details have been verified by your card issuer and that you are who you say you are. The PASS scheme is the only one backed by the Police and Trading Standards, and it is valid in Scottish law.
What are the young Scot ferry vouchers?
If you already have a Young Scot card, and you live on a Scottish island, you’ll be sent 4 free ferry vouchers each year while you’re 16, 17 and 18. The vouchers can only be used by you and will have your photo and card number printed on them. You can use the Young Scot card to prove how old you are.
