The National Entitlement Card aims to make it easier for young people to access public services across Scotland, using one card to access many services.
Discounted travel
If you’re 16, 17 or 18 (or a full-time volunteer) you can get special deals on travel using your Young Scot card, including 1/3rd off bus journeys and up to 50% of train travel within Scotland. Some card holders also get ferry vouchers.
Proof of age
For those aged 11-25, the NEC is your Young Scot Card which also works as your Proof of Age (the PASS hologram) and Euro under-26 card. You can use it to claim local, national and international discounts. Visit the Young Scot website for more details.
Library services
Your National Entitlement Card can also be used as your East Ayrshire Library card. You can borrow books, hire DVDs, games and surf the web. Visit East Ayrshire Leisure's website for more details.
How to apply for your National Entitlement Card
All first year secondary school pupils will have the opportunity to apply during the new term induction week. If you’ve missed it or are no longer in first year, you will be required to:
- Complete an application form (available from your school office or your nearest Customer Service Centre)
- Provide a recent passport-type colour photograph
- Provide current documentary evidence of your age, along with proof of your current address
If you are unable to provide a passport, photo driving licence or PASS hologrammed card to confirm your photograph, you will require a photograph referee. Please see the information on referees on the application form (section 3 part 5). Your referee must be on the approved verifiers list provided by Young Scot/PASS Scheme.
Completed forms and proof should be handed in to the Local Customer Service Centre in person.
Full details of acceptable documentary evidence can be found on the front page of the application form. If you require clarification on any aspect of the application process, please contact Customer Services.