Apply Online for a Post Office PASS Card

Apply for your Post Office PASS Card using our paperless, online application system to manage your application using your online account. Save time and money by avoiding the need to print forms, take photos at a photo booth or post anything to us.

Before you apply

Post Office PASS proof of age cards are available for any UK resident and are issued in 3 age categories:

18+ 16-17 Under 16

All Post Office PASS Cards expire 3 years after issuing (rounded up to the end of the month the card was printed on).

With a Post Office PASS Card issued by CitizenCard you get a physical proof of age card which can be used to create your identity on the free Post Office EasyID mobile app.

Whether you are home shopping (including purchasing alcohol and tobacco or playing the lottery), applying for a new job, visiting premises (such as a prison), accessing services like transport, housing services or claiming benefits, Post Office PASS Card helps you prove your age and identity.

Post Office PASS Card issued by CitizenCard - UK proof of age and ID card for applicants aged over 18
Post Office PASS Card issued by CitizenCard - UK proof of age and ID card for applicants aged 16 and 17
Post Office PASS Card issued by CitizenCard - UK proof of age and ID card for applicants aged under 16

First Card

Standard Application

Costs £15 and takes up to 21 days. Card sent by Royal Mail 2nd Class (2-3 working days).

Express Application

Costs £30 and takes 1-2 working days. Card sent by Royal Mail 1st Class (aimed for next-day; fast-track available).

Apply for your first card

Card Replacement

Standard Application

Costs £12 and takes up to 21 days. Card sent by Royal Mail 2nd Class (2-3 working days).

Express Application

Costs £25 and takes 1-2 working days. Card sent by Royal Mail 1st Class (aimed for next-day; fast-track available).

Apply for a replacement card

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Log in now to apply for your Post Office PASS Card or manage an existing application if you have already created one.

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How to apply online for your first Post Office PASS Card

  1. Start the online application process by using "Apply for your first card" button.
  2. "Create Your Account" online (complete a registration form and activate your account) or "Log in" to your Post Office PASS Card online account if you already have one.
  3. Go to "Apply Online", use "Apply for a new Post Office PASS Card" button, complete a new, online application and make a payment.
  4. "Choose a verification route" - a digital check to authenticate your photo ID or access your eVisa details, or a referee who is a professional person that will confirm your identity.
  5. Upload your photo and, if needed, any documents required.
  6. We verify your identity with a photo ID or eVisa validation, or by contacting your referee.
  7. We post your proof of age card to you.