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Seniors

Check eligibility and apply for a Gold Opal Card.


Introduction

If you have a Seniors Card issued by any Australian state or territory, you are entitled to concession fares on public transport in NSW. Note: Some Seniors Cards are not accepted for concession fares.

You can apply for a Gold Senior/Pensioner Opal Card, which allows you to travel for only $2.50 a day on public transport within the Opal network.

Eligibility

Apply for a Gold Opal card

You will need:

  • your personal and contact details
  • a photocopy or scan of your NSW/ACT or Interstate seniors card (front and back)
  • your Seniors Card number

How to apply:

Where you can travel

You must carry your Seniors Card or digital Seniors Card when travelling on a concession fare as proof of entitlement or you may be fined.

Concessions are generally not available on private ferries, event shuttle buses, chartered buses and Great Southern Rail services.

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