What is the disabled person’s registration card?

The card is a quick and easy way of proving that the holder:

• has a significant disability
• needs to use facilities provided for disabled people.

Who is entitled to a card?

You are entitled to a card if you:

• are aged 18 years or over AND
• live in Nottinghamshire (excluding Nottingham City) AND
• have a permanent and substantial disability OR have a stoma.

Please note: we cannot issue cards to people with a temporary disability such as a broken leg.

Do I need to have a card?

There is no obligation for a disabled person to have a card. The card does not automatically entitle the holder to any benefits, goods or services. However, some venues may accept it as proof for entitlement to disability concessions.

How do I apply for a card?

Fill in an application form and return it to one of the addresses shown on the form with:

• evidence that you have a permanent and substantial disability OR have a stoma.
• a signed passport-style colour photograph (this will be returned after your application has been processed)
• the application fee of £10.

What evidence do I need to provide?

To successfully apply for a card you must provide evidence that you meet one of the following conditions:

You are registered as blind or partially sighted

Evidence needed:

• If registered with Nottinghamshire County Council no evidence is required.
• If registered with a local authority other than Nottinghamshire, please enclose a copy of your registration.

You hold a Blue Badge parking permit

Evidence needed:

• Copy of an official letter confirming your permit.

You receive Disability Living Allowance (care and/or mobility component) OR Attendance Allowance OR Industrial Injury Constant Attendance Allowance

Evidence needed:

• Copy of an official letter confirming your allowance.

You have a stoma

Evidence needed:

• Confirmation letter from your GP, consultant or stoma nurse. There may be a charge to obtain this letter.

How long does the card last for?

The card is valid for 3 years. It is the holders’ responsibility to apply for a renewal as no reminder will be sent. All renewals are free of charge.

To renew a card please fill in an application form, ticking the ‘Renewal’ box, and return it to one of the addresses shown on the form.

Application form

You can get an application form in several ways:

• download an application form, fill it in and return it to one of the County Contacts shown on the form
• telephone our Customer Service Centre who will send you a form
• pick one up from a County Contact point.