How do I renew my UK Freedom Pass?
You should receive your renewal pass by 12th March. If you use the website to renew, you can login to your account at www.freedompass.org/login. Alternatively, you can track your renewal at www.freedompass.org/tracker.
How do I renew my freedom bus pass?
If you do not receive a letter by the end of February, you should contact the Freedom Pass Team on [email protected] or call 0300 330 1433. You can renew your Freedom Pass online via the London Councils website.
Can I renew my Freedom Pass at the post office?
Passes cannot be renewed at the Post Office or over the telephone.
Are London Freedom Passes being stopped?
Approximately 650 current Freedom Pass holders per borough, a total of 21,000 (1.6 per cent of the total across London) have not responded. These Freedom Passes will be stopped from 3 February.
Are Freedom Passes still valid?
Your Freedom Pass is valid on most other bus services in England and has the English National Concessionary Travel Scheme (ENCTS) ‘Rose’ printed on it to show this. This means you can use your pass on most local services around the country.
Do I have to renew my over 60 Oyster card?
Transition to an Older Person’s Freedom pass Once you reach the State Pension Age, the 60+ Oystercard is no longer valid and you will need to obtain the Older Person’s Freedom Pass (OPFP).
What is the difference between a 60+ Oyster card and a Freedom Pass?
The pass allows free travel on buses, Tube, tram, DLR, London Overground and most National Rail services in London. Pass holders also get a discounted fare on River services and the Emirates Air Line. 60+ Oyster pass holders are not entitled to free travel on services outside of London.
Is the 60 plus Oyster card being stopped?
In June 2020, TfL announced it would no longer allow passengers to use 60+ Oyster Cards or Older Person’s Freedom Passes during morning peak hours to “help conserve space on public transport” and aid social distancing for key workers.
Has Freedom Pass been suspended?
Temporary suspension of free travel for Older Person’s Freedom Pass and 60+ passengers during morning peak hours was introduced in June 2020 and will be in place until further notice.
What happens when my 60+ Oyster card expires?
Expiry. When your 60+ London Oyster photocard expires you may be eligible for a Freedom Pass. If you agreed to share your data with London Councils when you applied for your 60+ London Oyster photocard, they’ll send you a letter to confirm your name and address.