Job seekers and other approved Centrelink customers
Apply for a Transport Concession Entitlement card and Concession Opal card
The Transport Concession Entitlement Card proves you’re entitled to concession fares.
Apply for a Transport Concession Entitlement card and Concession Opal card
If you are a job seeker or other approved Centrelink customer, you can apply for the Transport Concession Entitlement Card. This card is proof of entitlement to concession fare travel on public transport in NSW.
To be eligible, you must:
You must also be either:
You can apply online.
Please note:
If you are an eligible Centrelink customer, and have a Transport Concession Entitlement Card, you can apply for a Concession Opal card.
The Concession Opal card allows you to pay reduced fares on public transport within the Opal network.
You will need:
You can now tap on and tap off public transport using your phone, watch or credit or debit card – it's faster, easier and you get the exact same fares and benefits as an Opal card.
When using your Concession Opal card, you must carry your Transport Concession Entitlement Card as proof of entitlement. Without it, you’ll need to pay an Adult fare or you may be fined.
Eligible job seekers and those receiving approved Centrelink benefits are entitled to concessions fares on NSW TrainLink Regional trains and coaches.
Some privately owned and operated services in regional NSW may offer a range of different concession fares at their own discretion. Check with local transport operators before you travel.