Get an Opal card
How to get an Opal card
Depending on which card you need, there are a number of ways to get an Opal card. Adult and Child/Youth Opal cards are available over the counter while concession cards must be applied for online, or over the phone. To check which Opal card you need, see ticket eligibility.
There is no charge for an Opal card, however the minimum value is $10 for an Adult Opal card and $5 for a Child/Youth Opal card. You can use the minimum value to travel on public transport within the Opal network.
You can get these Opal cards:
- over the counter from over 2,100 Opal retailers. Find a location on the Opal retailers map
- on the Opal website
- by calling 13 67 25 (13 OPAL)
- at selected Transport Customer Service Centres
- at selected Service NSW locations.
You will need to provide your proof of entitlement card and information about your eligibility. You can get these Opal cards:
- on the Opal website
- by calling 13 67 25 (13 OPAL)
Available through your school or educational institution.
For all the eligibility and application information, visit the School Transport Subsidy Scheme website.