How do I get my Santander-Railcard digitally?


How do I get my Santander-Railcard digitally? Once you have received your promotional code via a message within Santander's Online Banking Service, go to the Santander 16-25 Railcard portal by clicking on https://secure.santander-railcard.co.uk and follow the instructions on the screen. You will be given the option to have a plastic or a digital Railcard.


Can I use digital Railcard at ticket machine?

You can get your Railcard in a digital format to be stored in the National Rail Railcard app on your phone or tablet, or as a physical card. You can use your Railcard to buy tickets online, at a ticket office, from a ticket machine, and over the phone.


How do I get my digital Railcard on my phone?

To view your Railcard in the app, you'll need to first log in to your account with the same email address you purchased with. After logging in, navigate to the Account tab and tap on Your Railcards to bring up the list of Railcards you've purchased. Then tap on Download Railcard to download it to your device.


Can I add my Railcard to my contactless card?

You cannot. As of November 2022, contactless (bank cards or NFC devices) support only extends to a pay as you go model for a single adult fare with daily and weekly cap. For railcard discounts, student/young persons discounts, travelcards, season tickets, etc., a registered Oyster card is required.


Why is my Santander Railcard code not working?

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.


How do I link my Santander Railcard to Oyster?

To link your Oyster card and railcard, you need to take your Oyster card and your railcard to an Underground station, Overground ticket office or some National Rail ticket offices and ask the clerk to add your discount entitlement to your Oyster card. It will be valid until the expiry of the railcard.


Do you get digital Railcard immediately?

In most cases, your digital Network Railcard will be available to use straight away. A download code will be sent to your registered email address, along with instructions on how to download your digital Network Railcard.


How do I receive my digital Railcard?

After ordering your digital Railcard you will be sent an email which contains a download code. You will use this download code to add your digital Railcard on your phone or device.


Can I use a screenshot of my Railcard?

Screenshots of eTickets can't be used to travel.


Does a digital Railcard have a photo on?

A: If you opt for a digital Railcard, you must provide a photograph.


How long does it take to get a digital Railcard?

Please allow up to 5 working days for your Railcard application to be reviewed and approved. Once approved, your Disabled Persons Railcard will be available to use straight away.