Get an Under 16 Photocard
We don’t issue U16 photocards anymore. If you’re under 16 and have had problems proving your age on public transport, you can apply for a free Swift Child Photocard to prove your age and buy child tickets.
How to get a Swift Child Photocard
All child photocards must be linked to an adult Swift account.
If you already have an adult Swift account but not a child account, you'll need to sign in and set up a child account first.
If you don't have an adult Swift account, you'll need to create an account for yourself first and then sign in to set up a child account.
You can get a Swift child photocard with or without a ticket.
Get a Swift Child Photocard without a Ticket
- Sign in to your account
- Select ‘Child accounts’ from the account menu options
- Follow the on screen instructions to set up a child account
- Select ‘Child photocard without a ticket’ on the confirmation page or you can select ‘Apply for or manage discounts and free travel passes' from the account menu options and Select 'Swift child photocard'.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to apply for the child photocard.
- Once approved, the card will be ready to use when it arrives in the post within 5 working days.
Get a Swift Child Photocard with a ticket
- Use our ticket finder to find a child ticket.
- Select ‘Young Person’ from the drop-down.
- Press 'Buy on Swift'.
- Sign in to or create your Swift account.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to complete your purchase.
- Your ticket will automatically be loaded onto the child photocard.
- The card will be ready to use when it arrives in the post within 5 working days.