Get an Opal card
Find an Opal retailer near you or apply online.
About Opal
Depending on which card you need, there are various ways to get an Opal card.
Adult and Child/Youth Opal cards are available over the counter from Opal retailers, including convenience stores and newsagents. Concession cards must be applied for online.
- Opal card costs: The Opal card itself is free, but you will need to add value before you travel.
See top up an Opal card. - Opal single trip tickets: You can purchase an Opal single trip ticket from select stations, stops or wharves, however prices are higher than using an Opal card.
Find out more.
Adult Opal card
For individuals 16 years or older.
How to get:
- over the counter at Opal retailers
- on the Opal website
- at selected Transport Customer Service Centres
- at selected Service NSW locations
You can also use a contactless payment such as a credit or debit card or linked device to tap on as an alternative to an Adult Opal card.
Child/Youth Opal card
For children aged 4-15 and full-time NSW/ACT high school students aged 16 and older who have a senior secondary student card issued by their school.
Check your eligibility
How to get:
- over the counter at Opal retailers
- on the Opal website
- at selected Transport Customer Service Centres
- at selected Service NSW locations
Concession Opal card
Eligibility categories:
- Tertiary and TAFE students
- Apprentices and trainees
- Job seekers and other approved Centrelink customers
How to get:
Concession Opal cards must be ordered online. You need to provide your proof of concession entitlement when you apply.
Gold Senior/Pensioner Opal cards
Eligibility categories:
How to get:
Gold Senior/Pensioner Opal cards must be ordered online. You need to provide your proof of concession entitlement when you apply.
Order an Opal card online
For concessions, check your eligibility and provide proof of concession entitlement card details.
Free travel Opal cards
Free travel Opal cards allow convenient access at metro, train stations, and ferry wharves without staff. The free travel card is not mandatory, but you must always carry your proof of entitlement card with you for free travel.
Eligibility information and how to apply for a free Opal card:
School Opal cards
For eligibility and application information, see school student travel concessions.