♿ Result. Under 66 on a long term payment
Based on your answers:
- You are under 66, and
- You are on a long term disability, illness or caring payment, or you are not sure but think this may be the case.
You may qualify for Free Travel before age 66.
You may also qualify for a Companion Free Travel card if you need another adult to travel with you.
You are more likely to qualify before 66 if:
- Your condition or disability is expected to last at least 12 months, and
- You have been getting your payment for a considerable period
If your condition is short term or still being assessed, you may not qualify yet. If you are unsure which payment you get, check your payment letter, your MyWelfare account, or ask at your local Intreo Centre.
Note
This result is only a guide. It is not a legal document.
Only the Department of Social Protection (DSP) can make an official decision about free travel eligibility.
What you will probably get
- A Public Services Card (PSC) with Free Travel, or
- A Companion Free Travel card if relevant to your situation
In many cases, Free Travel is added automatically when you are on a qualifying payment.
✅ What you can do next
If you feel you may qualify before age 66:
- Make a short note of:
- Your age
- The name of your payment
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How long you have been on it
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Contact the Free Travel Section and ask them specifically: “Can I get Free Travel before age 66 based on my current payment?”
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If you prefer, you can speak to your local Citizens Information Centre and ask them to go through the your situation with you.
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If it looks like your payment qualifies and you do not get Free Travel automatically, go to:
Apply for Free Travel if you do not get it automatically (FT1)