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How do I get a new Railcard from Santander?

To apply for a replacement card, click 'Manage my Railcard' on the 16-25 Railcard website homepage to log in to your account and apply for a replacement. Once logged in, click on 'Details' under your active Railcard, then click on 'Replace Railcard (Lost or stolen)'.



To obtain a new 16-25 Railcard through a Santander promotion in 2026, you must first be a Santander Student Current Account holder. Once you have successfully opened or switched to this account, Santander will send you a unique digital promotional code via your online banking "inbox" or secure message center. You then visit the official 16-25 Railcard website and select the option to purchase a new card. During the checkout process, enter your Santander code in the "promotional code" box to reduce the price to zero. You will need to provide a digital passport-style photo and a form of ID (passport or UK driving license) to verify your age. In 2026, most students opt for the Digital Railcard, which is added directly to the Railcard app on your phone, though a plastic version can be requested for a small administrative fee. Note that this specific card cannot be collected at a train station and must be ordered online through the Santander-linked portal.

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If you bought your 16-25 Railcard online, please go to 'Manage my Railcard' on the website homepage to log in to your account and apply for a replacement. Once logged in, click on 'Details' under your active plastic 16-25 Railcard, then click on 'Replace Railcard (Lost or stolen)'.

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If you Railcard expires before the end of your journey then you will need to renew it to be able to complete your trip using expired tickets. If the only Railcard you have is expired you will not be able to continue to use your discounted tickets. Minor delays on some routes - Check to see if your journey is affected.

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You need a digital Railcard download code to add your Railcard to your device. You can find this code in the email we send after you complete your Railcard application.

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If you have ordered a digital Railcard, a download code will be sent to your registered email address, along with instructions on how to download your Railcard.

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Yes. You can buy a 1-year Family & Friends Railcard over the counter at all staffed station ticket offices.

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You can renew your Railcard (digital or plastic) up to 30 days in advance of the expiry date.

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Please go to Manage my Railcard on the website homepage to log in to your account. Once logged in, on the top right of your account summary page, please click on your 'Menu Profile' and select 'Personal Details'. You will be given the option to update or change your personal details, including your address.

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You can also apply for your Railcard by visiting any staffed station ticket office and get your Railcard on the same day! Just be sure to allow yourself plenty of time between purchasing your Railcard and when you need to depart for your journey.

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If your download code isn't working, it is likely that it has expired or has been used to activate your Railcard on too many devices. You can only store your digital Railcard on a maximum of 2 devices, so you may need to remove it from an existing device to add it to a new one.

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A: You will need to contact our customer support team on 0345 3000 250 so that we can better understand the activity that has caused your Railcard to be blocked. If appropriate, they will be able to help you get back online with your Railcard.

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The Senior Railcard is a Railcard specifically for senior citizens. It gives people aged 60 and over 1/3 off train fares throughout Great Britain.

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How much is a Senior Railcard renewal? A Senior Railcard renewal costs £30 if you want to get a 1-year Railcard and £70 if you want to get a 3-year Railcard, saving you £20 on the price of three separate Railcards.

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And since Amtrak travelers 65 years of age and over are eligible to receive a 10% discount on most trains, it becomes an affordable alternative.

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