Blue Badges

Proof of address

Bill dated within last 12 months

• Council tax bill
• Bank statement
• Water bill
• Benefits letter

or

• Driving licence (must show address)
• Letter from school/NHS/GP (if under 16)

Proof of identity

• Birth certificate
• Passport
• Bus pass
• Driving licence
• Marriage/civil partnership certificate
• Divorce/dissolution certificate
• National insurance number (if you have one)

Recent digital photograph which

• Has a plain, light background
• Includes your shoulders
• Shows your face clearly

Photograph may not be required for terminal illness.

Proof of eligibility 

Automatic 

Benefits Award letter dated within the last 12 months - 

• Personal Independence Payment (PIP)
• Disability Living Allowance (DLA)

or

• Armed Forces Compensation Scheme
• War Pensioners' Mobility Supplement
• Severely sight-impaired (blind)

Further Assessment (if not automatic)

• Medical evidence: Diagnosis letter, evidence of condition progression, medication details, specialist consultations, risk assessments.
• Medical records: Patient summary, Education health and care plans, social housing assessment reports, professional letters regarding your care.
• Other benefits proof (if applicable).
• Contact details of professionals supporting your application.

Important notes

• Documents received by mail will not be returned (send copies only)
• GP evidence alone is insufficient. Costs are not reimbursed.
• Ensure your name, address, or date of birth/NHS number is clearly visible on all documents.

Medical assessments

If required, you will be contacted to schedule an appointment for a medical assessment.